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Dec 13
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North Sea Port Collaborates with Dutch Seaports on Nationwide Cybersecurity Platform

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To address growing cyber threats, Dutch seaports, the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management, and the National Coordinator for Security and Counterterrorism (NCTV) have developed a unified strategy: the “Cyber Strategy for Dutch Seaports.”

As digital threats to ports increase daily, cyberattacks pose a significant risk to nautical and logistical processes. To enhance digital resilience, the Branche Organisatie Zeehavens (BOZ), representing Dutch seaports, has joined forces with the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management and the NCTV. This collaborative approach was formalised through an agreement signed on Tuesday, 10 December.

 Due to the interconnected nature of the logistics chain, cyber incidents can have far-reaching impacts. To mitigate these risks, port authorities from Groningen Seaports, North Sea Port, the Port of Rotterdam, the Port of Moerdijk, and the Port of Amsterdam will work closely with businesses in their regions. Together, they aim to strengthen the digital resilience of the port ecosystem, ensuring safer and more secure operations.

Source: North Sea Port

Dec 13
2

New RoPax Ferry PIETRO MONDELLO Delivered by Sefine Shipyard to Caronte & Tourist

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Sefine Shipyard has just delivered the brand-new RoPax ship PIETRO MONDELLO to the Italian ferry company Caronte & Tourist.

  • The vessel was designed by the naval architects at LMG Marin AS.
  • The double-ended ferry represents a fine-tuned version of ELIO (2018), featuring numerous unseen improvements. The most notable innovation is the integration of a large 2 MWh battery pack to peak-shave ferry operations and reduce fuel consumption.
  • The project aligns with the IMO Decarbonisation targets, combining LNG hybrid technology, dual-fuel generator sets, and battery packs. These provide consistent power to the electrically driven azimuth propulsion system and independent 360-degree thruster systems, including dynamic positioning capabilities.
  • The vessel is expected to begin operations on the maritime link across the Strait of Messina in 2025.
Dec 13
2

Newly Built Full Electric Ferry Delivered to SNAM in La Spezia

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Snam, Italy’s leading gas utility company and manager of the regasification plant at Panigaglia, has taken delivery of a newly built RoRo vessel, which is yet to be named.

  • Built to RINA Class standards for coastal areas, the ferry is optimised for operation in the protected waters of La Spezia.
  • Built by Holland Shipyards in the Netherlands, the vessel was transported from Rotterdam to Italy aboard a general cargo ship.
  • It is designed to transport up to four LNG tank trucks per trip, directly connecting to the national road network, thereby reducing traffic on local urban roads near the Panigaglia LNG terminal.
  • The double-ended vessel is a fully electric ferry, designed as a modern battery-powered shuttle ferry, featuring dual-fuel diesel auxiliary propulsion.
  • Key specifications include:
    • Less than 500 GT
    • Overall length: 50.2 m
    • Beam: 13.89 m
    • Propulsion: Two 300 kW L-drive thrusters powered by a battery pack exceeding 1 MWh capacity
Dec 13
2

Godby Shipping Acquires RoRo Vessel AURORA

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Godby Shipping has agreed to purchase the RoRo vessel AURORA from Navimag, Chile. Built in 1991 for Finnish owners under the name AHTELA, the vessel will be delivered in January 2025 in Algeciras, Spain.

  • After delivery, the vessel will be time-chartered to Peregar, Spain, for their Algeciras-Ceuta trade – the same charterer and route served by Mistral during the spring and summer of 2024.
  • 3-deck RoRo vessel with sideport loading, designed for trailers, mafi trailers, cassettes, forest products, and containers
  • Built: 1991 by Fosen, Norway
  • Ice Class: Finnish 1A Super
  • Length: 140 m
  • Lane Metres: 1,425 m
  • Trailer Capacity: Approx. 100 units
Dec 13
1

IMAGE CARDS

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On 29 November 2024, ANEK Lines’ large cruise ferry EL. VENIZELOS returned to the Piraeus–Chania (Crete) route, replacing the RoPax KISSAMOS, which was reassigned to the Piraeus–Heraklion route. The vessel was refreshed and now sports the new ANEK Lines livery.

Photo © Charalambos Symeonidis

Poland celebrated the launch and float-out of the RoPax ferry NB102 at the Remontowa Shipyard o Tuesday 10 December.
During the ceremony, the names of both Unity Line vessels were announced:

  • NB101 will be named JANTAR UNITY
  • NB102 will be named BURSZTYN UNITY

The first ferry is expected to start in October 2025 on Świnoujście – Trelleborg.

Photos © Bartosz Bagiński

The LEVANTE JET has returned following a complete refurbishment and has been rebranded from FRS red to DFDS blue. The high-speed craft is now back in service on the Ceuta-Algeciras route.

Astilleros Armón delivered the high-speed hybrid monohull vessel ALESSANDRO MORACE, fifth vessel in the award-winning series. Indeed, the first vessel has been awarded high-speed ferry of the year 2024 at our Ferry Shipping Summit.

The previously delivered vessels are VITTORIO MORACE, CRISTINA M, GENNARO C. and FERDINANDO MORACE. Next will be DANIELA MORACE, the sixth vessel.

Photo: VITTORIO MORACE, Liberty Lines

The Port of Calais continues its modernisation with the completion of its new control tower, fully funded by the Région Hauts-de-France. Situated between the two docks, the 38-metre-high tower offers a stunning vantage point for managing maritime traffic.

Next on the agenda: electrification to welcome the latest generation of ferries.

Photo: Mike Louagie

Dec 06
3

Attica Holdings S.A. Reports a 27.4% Revenue Increase in the First 9 Months of 2024

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Attica Holdings S.A.  announced its results for the 9-month period 2024, incorporating for the first time the business operation of ANEK LINES S.A. and its subsidiaries for the entire 9-month reporting period, following the completion of its merger by absorption on December 4, 2023.

  • Revenue Growth: Group revenue increased by 27.4% to €593.4 million (2023: €465.6 million), boosted by the incorporation of ANEK Lines for the full period.
  • Profitability: EBITDA decreased to €93.5 million (2023: €121.3 million), impacted by non-recurring expenses of €18.5 million related to the ANEK merger. Consolidated earnings after tax fell to €45.3 million (2023: €59.9 million).
  • Traffic Volumes: Passenger numbers rose by 12.2%, private vehicles by 25.3%, and freight units by 27.4%. Total sailings increased by 7.4%.
  • Investments: €145.1 million was spent on fleet renewal, environmental upgrades, digitisation, and acquisitions (HIGH SPEED 3, KISSAMOS, KYDON, hotel in Naxos), including advance payment for two E-Flexer vessels and other assets.
  • Debt and Liquidity: Group debt reduced to €578.2 million (from €588.5 million at end-2023). Cash reserves fell to €42.3 million due to significant investments.

Source: Attica Group Press Releases

Dec 06
2

Baleària Welcomes Confirmation of the Award of Berth Number 3 at the Port of Tarifa

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Baleària has been awarded the ferry operation between Tarifa and Tangier City by the Board of Directors of the APBA (*).

Baleària had already declared victory on 18 November, but this was only confirmed on 30 November by APBA.

  • Baleària will operate berth number 3 in the Port of Tarifa, as well as the corresponding check-in facilities and vehicle boarding areas.
  • Contract 15 years.
  • Baleària plans to build two electric fast ferries, electrify the ports and install charging devices.
  • Shipyard: Astilleros Armon Shipyards.
  • Construction time: 2.5 years.
  • During this period two transitional fast ferries: AVEMAR DOS (to be re-engined) and JAUME I.

The public tender, launched in February 2024 by the APBA, also included the participation of the shipping companies FRS Iberia Maroc-DFDS and Sercomisa (Trasmapi – Insotel Marine Group)

(*) APBA = Autoridad Portuaria Bahía de Algeciras – Port of Algeciras

Source: Baleària

Dec 06
2

Two Channel Islands, Two Different Ferry Operators

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The Government of Jersey has appointed DFDS as their preferred bidder to operate the Island’s UK and French passenger and freight services from 28 March 2025. [www.gov.je]

Subject to the completion of contract negotiations, the 2025 timetable will be published by the end of next week which will allow passengers to begin booking for next year.

For Jersey passengers this is expected to mean:

  • Greater frequency of ferries to the UK and France in peak periods
  • Faster ferries to the UK
  • Three new ferries within the next six years
  • Two dedicated high speed ferries for the summer.
  • Poole, Portsmouth and St Malo

Earlier, Guernsey opted for Brittany Feries – Condor Ferries, with the following fleet deployment [www.gov.gg]

  • High-speed ferry VOYAGER on St Malo, Guernsey and Poole
  • ISLANDER will provide Ro-Pax and lifeline freights services between Portsmouth, Guernsey and St Malo
  • CLIPPER will provide resilience and operate back-up services as and when required on all routes
Dec 06
2

Scandlines To Test e-Methanol Engine

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  • Currently, Scandlines’ hybrid ferries on the Rostock-Gedser route utilise diesel, batteries, and wind power. To further reduce emissions, Scandlines is exploring the conversion of its MaK diesel engines to run on e-methanol.
  • In partnership with Caterpillar Motoren, Scandlines plans to test an e-methanol engine in 2025. If successful, the first engine conversion could occur in 2027.
  • This collaboration underscores the potential of e-methanol as a sustainable alternative to traditional fuels.

Photo: Matthias Tasler Scandlines

Dec 06
2

Fjord1 Has Been Awarded The Sogn Og Fjordane Contract

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  • Starts in November 2027.
  • 15-year agreement.
  • Ferry routes:
    • Måløy–Husevågøy–Oldeide
    • Isane–Stårheim
    • Askvoll–Fure–Værlandet
    • Rysjedalsvika–Rutledal–Krakhella
    • Option: Askvoll–Gjervik–Fure
  • As part of the contract, Fjord1 will implement significant environmental measures. The Stårheim–Isane and Måløy–Oldeide routes are slated for full electric operation, utilizing combustion engines only as a backup. The other routes will adopt partial electric operation.
  • The contract primarily maintains the existing schedule and capacity for the specified ferry routes.
  • The final contract signing is anticipated after the appeal deadline on December 13.

Source: https://www.fjord1.no/Aktuelt/Ny-kontrakt-tildelt-Fjord1