The Spanish shipping company Merna Shipping has announced a new RoRo service called the Mediterranean Express Service (MES), sailing from Spain, France, and Italy to Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. This new service connects Alicante, Marseille, and Genoa with Alexandria, Jeddah,...
2025 Newsletter week 21
HSW’s HIGHSPEED 3 Enters Service on Piraeus–Cyclades–Heraklion Route
On 16 May 2025, HIGHSPEED 3 began commercial operations for Hellenic Seaways, serving the Piraeus–Syros–Mykonos–Naxos–Ios–Santorini–Heraklion route. The vessel will operate on this line until 6 October 2025. Schedule: With the addition of Highspeed 3, Attica Group aims to enhance connectivity...
https://ferryshippingnews.com/hsws-highspeed-3-enters-service-on-piraeus-cyclades-heraklion-route/
Finnlines Launches Green Lane – Emissions Cut by Up to 90%
Finnlines introduces Green Lane, a new sea transportation service designed to reduce emissions through the use of electricity and biofuels. Key Points: Electric Option: Biofuel Option: Routes: Naantali–Kapellskär, Malmö–Travemünde, Malmö–Świnoujście, Hanko–Gdynia For Passengers…
https://ferryshippingnews.com/finnlines-launches-green-lane-emissions-cut-by-up-to-90/
Baleària and Boluda Submit Bids for Naviera Armas
Spanish ferry operators Baleària and Boluda Corporación Marítima have submitted non-binding bids to acquire Naviera Armas. The sale process is being managed by investment funds including JP Morgan, Barings, Cheyne, Bain, and Tresidor, who took control of Naviera Armas after capitalizing its debt....
https://ferryshippingnews.com/balearia-and-boluda-submit-bids-for-naviera-armas/
Naviera Armas Plans New High-Speed Route Between Gran Canaria and Tenerife
Naviera Armas is exploring a new high-speed maritime route between Arguineguín (Gran Canaria) and Los Cristianos (Tenerife). The project is seen as a strategic enhancement of the current transport network in the archipelago.
New Algerian Operator Andalouza to Challenge Algérie Ferries on Spain Routes?
A new player is (possibly) entering the Algerian maritime passenger transport market. Andalouza, a brand launched by Madar Maritime Company—a subsidiary of the public conglomerate Madar Holding—is set to commence operations in June 2025, offering services between Algeria and Spain. Key Details: The...
Baleària Enhances Tarifa–Tangier Ville Route with Additional Fast Ferry
On 23 May 2025, Baleària will introduce the high-speed ferry JAUME I to its Tarifa–Tangier Ville route, increasing daily departures from four to six in each direction. The JAUME I has a capacity for over 600 passengers and 150 vehicles. Baleària plans to further increase frequencies to 8–12 daily...
Two ‘Made-in-Germany’ Ferries Find Very Different Fates
The Vincenzo Onorato-controlled ferry company Moby has recently parted with two veteran, German-built vessels: MOBY ZAZA and MOBY DREA. MOBY ZAZA, now reflagged under the San Marino ship register, has been sold to an Asia-based operator and will serve as a floating hotel in the Far East. The new...
https://ferryshippingnews.com/two-made-in-germany-ferries-find-very-different-fates/