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Jun 12
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Port of Turku Investments Support Green Shipping Corridor

By 2026 Newsletter week 24

The Ambassador of Sweden to Poland, Martina Quick, visited Finnlines’ Świnoujście–Malmö service on board FINNFELLOW as the route celebrated carrying more than 200,000 passengers and drivers since its launch in April 2024.

The event brought together representatives from Finnlines, the Swedish Embassy, customers, partners, and media ahead of the busy summer season.

Passenger numbers grew by 39% during summer 2025 compared with the route’s first summer season. More than half of all travellers are from Poland, with additional demand coming from Sweden, Germany, the Czech Republic, Norway, and Ukraine.

Besides passenger travel, the route serves as an important freight corridor linking Scandinavia, Poland, and Central Europe, supporting trade and supply chains across the region.

From left: Martina Quick, Ambassador of Sweden to Poland; Antonio Raimo, Marco Palmu and Rafał Kwapisz of Finnlines; Katarzyna Buława of Euro-Terminal and Capt. Piotr Bieńkowski of the Maritime Office (Urząd Morski).

Jun 12
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Swedish Ambassador Visits Finnlines as Sweden–Poland Route Passes 200,000 Passengers

By 2026 Newsletter week 24

The Ambassador of Sweden to Poland, Martina Quick, visited Finnlines’ Świnoujście–Malmö service on board FINNFELLOW as the route celebrated carrying more than 200,000 passengers and drivers since its launch in April 2024.

The event brought together representatives from Finnlines, the Swedish Embassy, customers, partners, and media ahead of the busy summer season.

Passenger numbers grew by 39% during summer 2025 compared with the route’s first summer season. More than half of all travellers are from Poland, with additional demand coming from Sweden, Germany, the Czech Republic, Norway, and Ukraine.

Besides passenger travel, the route serves as an important freight corridor linking Scandinavia, Poland, and Central Europe, supporting trade and supply chains across the region.

From left: Martina Quick, Ambassador of Sweden to Poland; Antonio Raimo, Marco Palmu and Rafał Kwapisz of Finnlines; Katarzyna Buława of Euro-Terminal and Capt. Piotr Bieńkowski of the Maritime Office (Urząd Morski).

Jun 12
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ESPO Welcomes Council Conclusions on European Ports Strategy

By 2026 Newsletter week 24

The European Sea Ports Organisation has welcomed the Council Conclusions on the European Ports Strategy, describing them as a strong foundation for future discussions.

ESPO particularly supports the focus on competitiveness, regulatory simplification, investment-friendly policies, and measures to address the impact of the EU ETS on European ports. The organisation also welcomed recognition of ports’ growing role as energy hubs and key players in Europe’s decarbonisation efforts.

Read more: https://www.espo.be/news/espo-welcomes-the-council-conclusions-on-the-european-ports-strategy-a-solid-basis-for-further-discussions

Jun 12
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Ferry Shipping Summit Podcast Returns with Stena Line Support

By 2026 Newsletter week 24

The Full Ahead Podcast, which gained significant visibility through its recordings at the Ferry Shipping Summit in Malmö, is preparing for its second series with the support of Stena Line.

Created by former shipping executive Alistair Eagles and broadcaster Nigel Thompson, the podcast has established itself as a platform for conversations with ferry and maritime industry leaders. The first series featured interviews recorded at the Ferry Shipping Summit, bringing together senior executives, port representatives and suppliers.

The podcast aims to showcase the people behind the maritime sector, highlight career opportunities both at sea and ashore, and challenge common misconceptions about the industry.

Jun 12
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Tallink Exit Creates Capacity Crunch on Estonia–Sweden Freight Route

By 2026 Newsletter week 24

Spanish ferry operator Trasmed reported a 2025 EBITDA of EUR 21.5 million, up more than 70% year-on-year, while revenue increased 9.4% to EUR 165.4 million.

The Grimaldi Group subsidiary also reduced its debt by 66% and aims to be debt-free by 2027. According to the company, it expects to return to profitability in 2026.

In 2025, Trasmed carried more than 700,000 passengers and 339,394 freight units on its mainland Spain–Balearic Islands services.

The company highlighted its decarbonisation efforts, including the use of shore power in Barcelona, where CIUDAD DE PALMA has consumed more than 722 MWh of renewable electricity since March 2025. Trasmed says it has reduced emissions by 22,800 tonnes over the past two years.

Jun 06
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Trasmed Targets Debt-Free Position by 2027

By 2026 Newsletter week 23

Spanish ferry operator Trasmed reported a 2025 EBITDA of EUR 21.5 million, up more than 70% year-on-year, while revenue increased 9.4% to EUR 165.4 million.

The Grimaldi Group subsidiary also reduced its debt by 66% and aims to be debt-free by 2027. According to the company, it expects to return to profitability in 2026.

In 2025, Trasmed carried more than 700,000 passengers and 339,394 freight units on its mainland Spain–Balearic Islands services.

The company highlighted its decarbonisation efforts, including the use of shore power in Barcelona, where CIUDAD DE PALMA has consumed more than 722 MWh of renewable electricity since March 2025. Trasmed says it has reduced emissions by 22,800 tonnes over the past two years.

Jun 06
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Baleària Freight Volumes Grow 10% in 2025

By 2026 Newsletter week 23

Baleària transported 8.39 million lane metres of freight in 2025, a 10% increase compared with the previous year, reinforcing its position as a leading logistics operator in the Mediterranean and Atlantic markets.

Freight activities accounted for 36% of the company’s revenue, with services to the Balearic Islands and Morocco remaining key markets. Following the acquisition of Armas Trasmediterránea, the group expects annual freight volumes to reach 11 million lane metres.

Baleària also reported a 12% reduction in CO₂ emissions per lane metre transported, driven by fleet efficiency improvements, lower-emission fuels and operational optimisation.

In addition, the company has launched a new online booking platform that allows freight customers to check availability, obtain prices and reserve cargo space in real time.