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DFDS raises 2026 EBIT outlook after strong start to the year

apr 16 2026

FinanceDFDS has upgraded its full-year 2026 earnings guidance following better-than-expected performance in the first quarter. The company now expects EBIT for 2026 to land between DKK 1,000 million and 1,400 million, up from the previous range of DKK 800–1,100 million. The raise reflects stronger progress on five of its six key operational “turning points”, with the Mediterranean ferry network delivering the largest positive contribution.

More than half of travellers come from abroad – Nordic boom in travel clearly evident at Viking Line

apr 16 2026

FerryInternational tourism is growing rapidly in the Nordic region, and a cruise on the Baltic Sea is a natural part of many travellers’ experience. At Viking Line, this growth is greatest among travellers from Asia. Meanwhile, the cooler climate of the Nordic countries is attracting more and more tourists from the Mediterranean region.

The Aponte family

Aponte family completes generational handover at MSC

apr 16 2026

The Aponte family has formalised a major succession at Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), the world’s largest container shipping group. Founder Captain Gianluigi Aponte, aged 85, has transferred ownership of the privately held Swiss-based giant to his two children. Since 2010, GNV (Grandi Navi Veloci) has been a fully owned subsidiary of the MSC Group, alongside SNAV, which was acquired in 1995.

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Italian ferry operator Blu Jet completes purchase of high-speed catamaran STAR

apr 16 2026

High-speedBlu Jet, the ferry subsidiary of Italian State Railways, has finalised the purchase of the high-speed catamaran STAR. The vessel, previously owned by a Croatian company, had been operating under a bareboat charter with Blu Jet for 18 months before the ownership transfer was completed.

Best-ever first quarter for Molslinjen

apr 16 2026

High-speedMolslinjen has reported its best-ever first quarter, with its high-speed catamarans on the Kattegat routes carrying nearly 680,000 passengers and more than 290,000 cars between January and March 2026. The strong performance represents a rise of almost 5 per cent in passenger numbers and 5.6 per cent in cars compared with the previous record set in early 2024.

Princess Cruises announces Voyager Class order

apr 16 2026

CruisePrincess Cruises announced agreements with Fincantieri to build three new cruise ships on a next-generation platform. The newbuilds are slated to be delivered in late 2035, 2038 and 2039, respectively.

Full programme release and latest attendee list (Upd.16 Apr)

apr 14 2026

We are proud to release the full preliminary programme for this year’s conference.
We are also announcing an excursion to the beautiful historical town of San Pantaleo, outside Olbia, free of charge for all delegates.
The list of companies booked for the conference has also been updated.
We currently have more than 440 delegates from more than 220 unique companies booked.

VIKING Helix MES

VIKING Helix shapes simpler, easier ship evacuation at speed

apr 13 2026

A new generation marine evacuation system (MES) from VIKING Life-Saving Equipment offers a faster exit for passengers, simpler operation for crew and easier service for cruise and ferry owners. Developed for passenger ships needing high evacuation capacity, the VIKING Helix MES introduces a new helix-type slide that 4-8 people can use at once, and a unique bowsing system that keeps life rafts on-side with minimal crew involvement.

BOTNIA ENABLER © Wallenius Sol

Wallenius Lines becomes sole owner of Wallenius SOL

apr 13 2026

Ro-roWallenius Lines has entered into an agreement to acquire SOL Group’s shares in Wallenius SOL, making it the sole owner of the company.This ownership change aims to strengthen long-term stability, clarity, and continuity for Wallenius SOL as a provider of sustainable maritime infrastructure in Northern Europe.

Boreal places order for 20 Candela electric hydrofoils

apr 12 2026

High-speedNorwegian ferry operator Boreal AS has placed a landmark order with Swedish electric boat maker Candela for 20 P-12 hydrofoiling electric ferries, in what is described as the world’s largest fleet of its kind.

REGULA © Uwe Jakob

CRIST SA shipyard announced as winner to build REGULA replacement

apr 12 2026

FerryThe best bid for the construction of Estonia’s new inter-island ferry was submitted by the Polish shipyard CRIST SA. The value of the design and construction contract is EUR 49.93 million. The ship is scheduled to begin serving passengers at the end of 2028, when the current ferry REGULA reaches the end of its service life.

HÖEGH PACIFIC

Höegh Autoliners welcomes HÖEGH PACIFIC, a new 2,450 CEU PCTC feeder

apr 12 2026

Ro-roHöegh Autoliners has taken delivery and named the HÖEGH PACIFIC, a 2,450 CEU PCTC feeder vessel. Though smaller than the company’s flagship Aurora-class ships, it strengthens regional connectivity between Central America, the Caribbean, and global markets.

FYNSHAV © Uwe Jakob

MEDMAR MARTINA is being prepared for the Gulf of Naples

apr 11 2026

FerryMEDMAR MARTINA, the former Danish ferry FYNSHAV, arrived in Naples in early April following its delivery voyage from Denmark. The Italian company Medmar purchased the 3,380 GT ferry, built in 1998, back in January from Molslinjen for a reported price of EUR 4.5 million. FYNSHAV had become surplus at the Danish ferry operator after the introduction of the newly built electric ferry NERTHUS on the company’s Bøjden–Fynshav route in southern Denmark.

Björn Nilsson, CEO Gotlandsbolaget

Gotlandsbolaget becomes co-owner of Molslinjen and Torghatten

apr 11 2026

FerryEQT Infrastructure has signed an agreement to sell a 30% stake in Nordic Ferry Infrastructure (NFI), containing the ferry operators Molslinjen and Torghatten, to the new-established consortium NP HoldCo AS, composed of Rederiaktiebolaget Gotland AB, publ. (Gotlandsbolaget), Interogo Infrastructure and Lægernes Pension (Danish medical doctors pension fund). EQT will remain the majority owner following completion of the transaction.

FINBO CARGO

Eckerö Group invests further in energy optimization initiatives

apr 09 2026

FerryEckerö Group plans to install 120 solar panels onboard the company’s RoPax ferry FINBO CARGO. The installation is expected to contribute approximately 70 MWh annually to the vessel’s operations.

AL ANDALUS EXPRESS © Frank Lose

DFDS charters AL ANDALUS EXPRESS

apr 09 2026

FerryDFDS has chartered the RoPax ferry AL ANDALUS EXPRESS. The vessel, built in 1988, with a capacity of 1,257 lanemetres and 200 passengers, and formerly a railway ferry, was deployed by DFDS on 6 April on the route across the Strait of Gibraltar between Algeciras and Tangier Med.

Echandia to supply battery system for Gotlandsbolaget’s new hybrid vessel

apr 09 2026

High-speedEchandia has signed an agreement with Gotlandsbolaget to supply a battery system for a new hybrid high-speed catamaran operating between Visby and Nynäshamn. The battery system is designed for a 20-year service life. The new vessel, GOTLAND HORIZON X, will have capacity for up to 400 cars and 1,500 passengers, and will be constructed by the Australian shipbuilder Austal Limited. The vessel is expected to be delivered from the shipyard in mid-2028.

PETER PAN became the first ferry to bunker LNG ship-to-ship in Lithuania

apr 09 2026

FerryAvenir Ascension supplied LNG to the dual-fuel RoPax ferry PETER PAN, owned and operated by TT-Line. For several years, Avenir has supported TT-Line’s operations across ports in Sweden and Germany.

BAJAMAR EXPRESS © Frank Lose

Record Easter week for Fred. Olsen Express on the Canary Islands

apr 09 2026

FerryFred. Olsen Express has concluded the Easter period with record figures for passenger and vehicle traffic on the Canary Islands. Between Friday, 27 March, and Sunday, 5 April, the company transported a total of 166,000 passengers, representing a 6% increase compared to the same holiday period in 2025.

FINNFELLOW

Finnlines’ Sweden–Poland route marks two full year of operation

apr 08 2026

FerrySince launching its ferry route between Malmö and Swinoujscie on 10 April 2024, Finnlines has transported over 200,000 passengers and drivers in its first two years of operation. In 2025, July was the strongest month, followed by August. Passenger numbers during the summer increased by 39% compared to the same period in 2024.

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