Fred. Olsen Express Strengthens Fleet with a New Fast Ferry

By 2 December 20242024 Newsletter week 48
December 2, 2024

Fred. Olsen Express has announced the addition of a new fast ferry, the BARLOVENTO EXPRESS, to its fleet. Key details include:

Vessel Specifications:

IMO Number: 9237644

Builder: Incat (Hull 058)

Year Built: 2003

Previous Names: CIUDAD DE CEUTA (Trasmediterranea), VITTORIO M (Liberty Lines)

Operational Plans:

Scheduled to commence operations in December 2024

Will serve the route between Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Morro Jable in Fuerteventura

Fleet Composition:

With this addition, the fleet will comprise:

Eight high-speed ferries

Three mini-ferries

Two cargo vessels

Expansion Plans:

Plans to introduce a new route connecting El Hierro with Tenerife, starting on December 31, 2024

Source: Fred. Olsen Express