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Sep 11
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CTMA Seeks Permission to Deploy Foreign Ferry

By 2026 Newsletter week 37

CTMA plans to withdraw MADELEINE II for scheduled maintenance and has been unable to find a suitable replacement in Canada.

The company has applied for a temporary coasting trade licence to deploy Cyprus-flagged SUPERSTAR II between Cap-aux-Meules and Souris from 15 November 2026 to 15 March 2027. North Sydney could replace Souris if ice conditions prevent access.

Following a notice to the Canadian maritime industry, the Canadian Transportation Agency determined that no suitable Canadian vessel or equivalent service was available. This determination does not itself authorise the service.

Operation remains subject to a coasting trade licence issued by the Minister of Public Safety. If granted, the licence would allow SUPERSTAR II to maintain the Magdalen Islands’ ferry connection while MADELEINE II undergoes maintenance.

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Sep 11
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Jadrolinija Plans Ten New Ships by 2030

By 2026 Newsletter week 37

Croatian ferry operator Jadrolinija is preparing its largest fleet renewal programme in recent years, with plans to build ten new vessels by 2030. The investment is currently estimated at €200–260 million.

The programme includes seven new, more environmentally friendly ferries and three fully electric passenger vessels. The size and specifications of the ships will depend on the routes they are intended to serve.

Jadrolinija currently operates 58 vessels, with an average age of around 28 years. During the summer season, its fleet operates more than 600 departures per day. In 2025, the company carried 12.6 million passengers and 3.8 million vehicles, generating revenues of €195.1 million, but recorded an €8.7 million loss.

Sep 11
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ABB To Deliver Shore Power System At Lerwick

By 2026 Newsletter week 37

ABB Marine & Ports UK will design, install, commission and test a new shore power system at Holmsgarth Berth 3 in Lerwick.

The system will enable NorthLink passenger ferries to switch off their generators and use electricity from the local grid while alongside. Together with the shore power installation commissioned in Aberdeen earlier in 2026, it will allow vessels on the Aberdeen–Lerwick route to connect at both ends of the crossing.

Lerwick Port Authority developed the project with Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited. CMAL and Transport Scotland are providing the funding. The infrastructure is also being prepared for the future Northern Isles Freight Flex ferries.

The project is expected to take approximately 14 months from the initial contract award.

Sep 11
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FINNECO III To Make First Call At Esbjerg

By 2026 Newsletter week 37

Finnlines’ hybrid RoRo vessel FINNECO III is scheduled to make the first call by a FINNECO-class vessel at Port Esbjerg on 11 September.

The inducement call forms part of Finnlines’ Biscay–Baltic service and will provide direct connections from Esbjerg to Gdynia in Poland and Hanko, Helsinki and Kotka in Finland. Three inducement calls are planned during September and October.

FINNECO III is 238 metres long and 34 metres wide. The vessel features batteries, shore-power capability and 600 m² of solar panels.

Sep 11
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Viking Line Renews Management Structure

By 2026 Newsletter week 37

Viking Line is reorganising its management structure to create a clearer division of responsibilities and a more business-focused organisation.

A new central management team, the Viking Leadership Team (VLT), will comprise:

  • Marcus Risberg, President and CEO
  • Mats Engblom, Chief Financial Officer
  • Ulf Hagström, Technical Director
  • Peter Hellgren, Chief Marketing Officer
  • A new Chief Commercial Officer
  • A new Chief Operating Officer

The Chief Commercial Officer will oversee passenger acquisition, onboard sales and concept development. The Chief Operating Officer will be responsible for HR, procurement, and Customer Service & Sales. Recruitment for both positions will begin shortly.

Johanna Boijer-Svahnström will remain responsible for corporate communications and public affairs.

Wilhelm Hård af Segerstad will move into a strategic procurement and logistics role.

Captain Henrik Grönvik will continue as Master of VIKING GRACE.

The new structure will be introduced gradually over the coming months. Further appointments will be announced separately.

https://news.cision.com/viking-line-abp/r/viking-line-renews-its-management-structure,c4391623

Sep 11
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Tallink Appoints Armin Penner as New CFO

By 2026 Newsletter week 37

Armin Penner will join AS Tallink Grupp as Financial Director on 12 October. He brings nearly 20 years of experience in financial analysis and management.

His responsibilities will include overseeing the Group’s financial functions and leading the development of its investor relations.

Penner previously spent more than six years as CFO and Management Board Member of Circle K Eesti. He has also served as CFO of Euroapteek and Ragn-Sells Eesti.

Tallink’s current CFO, Anna-Liisa Sisask, will leave the company to become CFO and Management Board Member of Viru Keemia Grupp.

Photo: Armin Penner

Sep 11
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DFDS Appoints New Chief Digital & Information Officer

By 2026 Newsletter week 37

DFDS has appointed Sandeep Shahi as Chief Digital & Information Officer and member of its Executive Management Team. He will join the company on 16 November 2026.

Shahi is currently Chief Information Officer for FedEx in Asia Pacific, the Middle East, India and South Africa. He also leads Global Field IT worldwide. He previously held senior technology roles at DHL Group and SAP.

He succeeds Rune Keldsen, who will leave DFDS at the end of September to become Chief Information Officer at Ørsted.

Sep 11
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Niels Smedegaard Appointed Chair Of DFDS

By 2026 Newsletter week 37

DFDS shareholders elected Niels Smedegaard and Jan Johan Kühl to the company’s Board of Directors during an Extraordinary General Meeting on 8 September 2026.

Smedegaard was subsequently appointed Chair of the Board, while Kristian V. Mørch continues as Vice Chair.

Claus V. Hemmingsen stepped down from the Board at the EGM, as previously announced.

Following the Board changes, DFDS has moved the publication of its Q3 2026 results from 5 November to 11 November.

Sep 04
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CMAL Appoints naValue For New Mull Ferries

By 2026 Newsletter week 36

Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited (CMAL) has appointed naValue GmbH to support the concept design of new ferries for the Oban–Craignure route.

The partners will develop and assess different vessel concepts, including low-emission solutions. Stakeholder and community consultation will form part of the process.

naValue is already well known to CMAL. The German consultancy previously supported the New Islay Vessels project and led the concept design for CMAL’s Small Vessel Replacement Programme. Its lead naval architect was also responsible for the design of LOCH SEAFORTH.

Read the CMAL announcement