DP World posted a 20.4% revenue increase in H1 2025 to USD 11.24bn, with adjusted EBITDA up 21.4% to USD 3.03bn. Container throughput rose 6.7% to 45.4m TEU, driven by growth in Europe, the Middle East & Africa (+12%) and strong performance in Ports & Terminals.
Full-year capex of USD 2.5bn will support expansions at Jebel Ali, London Gateway, Tuna Tekra, and Dakar.
Link to the press release.
It is reported that Golden Star Ferries’ HSC GOLDEN PRINCESS (ex-GOTLANDIA II) will likely be tested on the same route as her fleet mate HSC SUPEREXPRESS — Rafina–Tinos–Mykonos–Paros–Naxos–Santorini — in September.
The vessel is currently receiving her new livery at the Perama repair zone, where additional crew cabins are also being installed. She was purchased from Swedish operator Gotlandsbolaget AB in May 2023 and was built in Italy in 2006.
HSC GOLDEN PRINCESS has a capacity for 900 passengers and 160 cars, and will operate at a service speed of 32 knots.
Photo: Kostas Papadopoulos
Havila Voyages and HAV Group have partnered to ensure the Bergen–Kirkenes coastal route fleet will be at least climate neutral, with the ambition of zero emissions. The plan covers the current four ships and future newbuilds to meet requirements in the next tender period.
CEO Bent Martini reiterated Havila’s goal to expand on the route and called for strict environmental standards in the new contract, saying technology exists to meet them today. Havila also plans to test a climate-neutral round voyage this autumn using biogas and battery power.
Photo: Marius Beck Dahle/Havila Voyages
Source: Havila Kystruten Newsroom
At the Maritime CleanTech session “High-speed boats – emission cuts and exports, or green bankruptcy?”, Norled’s Rannveig Elisabeth Drengstig delivered a clear message: zero-emission technology is ready, but framework conditions lag behind.
She highlighted high risks for operators, from technological uncertainty and infrastructure gaps to volatile electricity and hydrogen prices – MF HYDRA still relies on hydrogen trucked from Germany. Tender documents and contracts must adapt to support the transition, with better risk distribution, early dialogue, and client cooperation essential for a successful green shift at sea.
Source: Norled on Linkedin
Scandlines and German environmental NGO NABU have opened a new Baltic Sea information space for passengers on ferry DEUTSCHLAND, serving the Puttgarden–Rødby route.
The “Baltic Sea Life” VR exhibition gives travellers insights into the fragile marine ecosystem, including porpoises, seals, and seagrass meadows.
The initiative is part of a long-term partnership focused on zero-emission ferries, reduced underwater noise, and sustainable port operations.
If successful, the concept will be rolled out to other ferries in the fleet.
The failed Scilly Ferries vessel ATLANTIC WOLFF, laid up at Damen Shipyard in Gorinchem, has found a new operator. Now under the French flag, she will join FRS Express des Iles in Guadeloupe.
The vessel has been moved to Damen Texel. (Marinetraffic)
(*) Skyss is the public transport authority for Vestland County, Norway.
Deputy Sasha Kazantseva-Miller, President of the Committee for Economic Development, said:
“This latest data shows that the previous Committee’s decision to appoint Brittany Ferries has helped strengthen Guernsey’s ties with France, which is visible through the substantial increase in French visitors in Q2. While inter-island connectivity was reduced during this period, we’ve worked to support the reestablishment of a regular inter-island ferry service through Islands Unlimited, which started operating in June – and we look forward to witnessing the number of visitors from our neighbouring Channel Island increase again during Q3. We also continue to engage in discussions with Jersey and DFDS to ensure a reciprocal rotation as we know it’s important for both of our communities – thanks to the strength of our business, cultural, and sporting ties.”
Source: Government Guernsey press release