Although not yet confirmed, Boulogne’s ferry port appears to be preparing for Hibernia Line’s anticipated Boulogne-sur-Mer–Cork service.
Works are under way on the RoRo ramp and terminal area.
The RoPax vessels reportedly earmarked are SUPERFAST IX and AKKA, although this also remains unconfirmed.
Local sources expect a possible mid-June start.
Carus has announced a strategic cooperation with Rederi Ab Ålandslinjen, the newly established operator planning to restore the traditional maritime link between Mariehamn and Kapellskär.
Headquartered on the Åland Islands, Carus will supply a full booking and reservation package.
For Carus, the partnership also has a regional dimension, supporting connectivity and economic activity in its home market.
Ålandslinjen founder Johnny Sid is currently working with private investors and port authorities to finalise operational arrangements. The service aims to offer two daily roundtrips during the peak season.
More information: alandslinjen.com
Photo: Anders Rundberg, CEO of Carus and Ålandslinjen founder Johnny Sid
Color Line Cargo has announced a key milestone in the rollout of Norway’s Digitoll customs solution for sea transport.
On 21 April, SUPER SPEED 1 completed a successful border crossing to Larvik under the new system. Norwegian Customs then gave clearance for declarations covering unaccompanied freight units, allowing onward transport to continue without disruption.
Color Line Cargo said the achievement followed close cooperation with system providers and the Norwegian Customs Authority.
The company has already worked with Digitoll for road transport over the past two years, but noted that implementation for sea freight required even closer coordination.
Brittany Ferries says customers can book 2026 travel with confidence, confirming no fare increases or service disruption across its ferry and holiday products.
The company said fuel supplies for its fleet are fully secured, ensuring continued operations on routes from France to the UK, Ireland, Spain and Guernsey throughout the year.
Brittany Ferries added that forward fuel purchasing has helped protect operating costs from market volatility, allowing greater price stability for customers.
CEO Christophe Mathieu said the priority is to offer passengers certainty and confidence when planning holidays.
The operator also reported a 37% increase in bookings over the past 15 days, compared with the same period last year, for travel in July and August.
