Stena AB and consolidated subsidiaries, condensed consolidated interim report for the nine-month period 1 January – 30 September 2023: Ferry Operations RoRo Operations Operational EBITDA from chartering out Ro-Ro/Pax ferries increased by SEK 212 million to SEK 653 (441) million mainly due to larger...
2023 Newsletter week 50
Newbuilding contract for a Norwegian ferry
Remontowa Shipbuilding has signed a contract with Torghatten Nord AS to construct a hybrid-powered double-ended ferry for the Stornes-Bjørnerå route in Norway (Arctic Circle region). Newbuilding “B620” will be fitted with two azimuth thrusters with vertically mounted electric motors powered either...
https://ferryshippingnews.com/newbuilding-contract-for-a-norwegian-ferry/
DFDS strategy update
DFDS’ strategy and financial ambitions have been updated as the Win23 strategy period, 2018-2023, comes to an end. Towards 2030, focus will shift to unlocking the value of the expanded network by accelerating organic growth through increased exposure to high-growth markets, enhanced network...
Stena RoRo presents more “Flexers”
In a recent website update, StenaRoRo presents three designs of Ro-Pax and Ro-Ro vessels, showcasing their usual high flexibility, which includes multifuel options, and more. Three models: E-FLEXER 300-500 C-FLEXER…
https://ferryshippingnews.com/stena-roro-presents-more-flexers/
BC Ferries gets green light to order more ferries
After the major capital expenditure approval by the BC Ferries Commissioner, BC Ferries is able to take the next step towards the purchase of four new hybrid electric Island Class vessels that will increase capacity for passengers across the ferry system. By 2027, the four new vessels will enter...
https://ferryshippingnews.com/bc-ferries-gets-green-light-to-order-more-ferries/
Brittany Ferries welcomes move to allow French school groups to travel to UK on ID cards, rather than passports
James Cleverly UK home office minister announced the changes in a statement to the House on 7th December 2023. Passports will no longer be a requirement for travel: French students under 18 years of age will be able to come to the UK on an ID card. In 2023 Brittany Ferries carried just 41,061...
Finnlines welcomes FINNCANOPUS
Finnlines took delivery of FINNCANOPUS, which is the second of two Superstar-series Ro-Pax ferries, at the China Merchants Jinling Shipyard in Weihai, China, on 12 December 2023. The vessel will enter Finnlines’ line between Finland and Sweden (Naantali–Långnäs–Kapellskär) in February 2024.
https://ferryshippingnews.com/finnlines-welcomes-finncanopus/
New Mersey ferry to be built by Cammell Laird
Cammell Laird, part of the APCL group, signed a deal with the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority to construct the first new Mersey ferry in 60 years. The Birkenhead facility will design and build the state-of-the-art vessel on-site, featuring green technology such as an Azi-pull propeller...
https://ferryshippingnews.com/new-mersey-ferry-to-be-built-by-cammell-laird/