Oct 03
3

Baleària Introduces Regular Use of BioLNG

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  • Since September, MARGARITA SALAS, ABEL MATUTES and RUSADIR run exclusively on renewable bioGNL.
  • Baleària sourced 132 GWh of bioLNG, enough for carbon-neutral sailing until December 2025.
  • This represents 13% of the LNG consumed by the fleet in 2024.
  • The use of bioGNL between September and December avoids 80,300 tonnes of CO₂ – equivalent to removing 153,500 cars from the road or planting 160,650 trees.
  • BioLNG is produced from livestock waste, capturing methane and converting it into energy, with GHG savings above 200% compared to fossil fuels.
  • Baleària is the first European ferry operator to receive ISCC EU certification, guaranteeing traceability and sustainability of biofuels.
  • The certification strengthens Baleària’s position as a pioneer in maritime decarbonisation.

Source: Baleària

Oct 03
3

Stena Line Secures 50-Year Agreement in Frederikshavn

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  • Stena Line has signed a historic 50-year deal with the Municipality of Frederikshavn to operate the RoPax ferry terminal.
  • The agreement secures the company’s long-term presence in North Jutland and expands its operating rights within the port.
  • Stena Line will also act as negotiating partner for external customers needing port services.
  • The deal aligns with Stena Line’s wider strategic investments, including the planned relocation of its Gothenburg terminals to Arendal.
  • The Gothenburg–Frederikshavn route is currently served by STENA DANICA and STENA JUTLANDICA with 3–4 daily departures.

Source: Stena Line

Oct 03
3

Cetasol Launches Ferry Program — Invites Ferry Companies for Co-Development

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  • Cetasol, developer of the AI-based decision support system iHelm, is launching a Ferry Program in Q4 2025.
  • iHelm enables 10–25% fuel savings, performance insights, compliance support, and maximised uptime for small and medium-sized vessels.
  • Ferry owners are invited to join, using iHelm onboard while providing feedback to shape ferry-specific features.
  • Participants will gain real-time fuel-saving recommendations, fleet dashboards, and digital twin modelling.
  • At the end of the program, operators may purchase the system at a discounted price without binding obligations.

Are you a ferry owner and want to be a part of the program? Visit this link and submit your interest today; the spots are limited.

Oct 03
3

Sweden Plans Record Infrastructure Investments

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  • Trafikverket has presented its draft national transport infrastructure plan for 2026–2037.
  • The budget increases by SEK 200 billion to SEK 1,171 billion.
  • Measures include:
    • Clearing the road maintenance backlog by 2037.
    • Faster expansion of the highest bearing class for longer and heavier vehicles.
    • Investments in 2+1 roads and private roads.
    • More rest areas.
    • Actions supporting fossil-free transport and security policy demands.
  • Sveriges Åkeriföretag welcomes the plan, stressing the importance of improved road capacity and municipal involvement.
  • The plan is now out for consultation, with feedback to follow.
Oct 03
3

Ålands Folkrederi Denied EU Funding for Hybrid Ferry Project

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  • Ålands Folkrederi’s application for €86,400 in ERDF funding has been rejected.
  • The grant was intended to cover half the cost of a project manager from September 2025 to March 2026.
  • Former Viking Line technical director Kaj Jansson was set to lead development of a building specification for a planned battery-hybrid ferry.
  • The group, so far working voluntarily, estimated the specification could be finalised in seven months.

Source: Ålandsradio

Oct 03
1

IMAGE CARDS

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Bluebridge have sold STRAIT FERONIA. She has been renamed PAN LILY and her new owners are Pan Shipping Co from Egypt.  She will join her sister, PELAGOS EXPRESS on the Red Sea.

Photo: BlueBridge Cook Strait

Sep 26
3

Four Shipyards Shortlisted for Northern Isles Freight Ferries

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  • Transport Scotland has informed that procurement of two new freight ferries for the Northern Isles has progressed to the Invite to Tender stage.
  • The vessels aim to strengthen network resilience and support island communities.
  • Initial assessments reviewed shipyard facilities, capacity and capability.
  • Four shortlisted yards will now be invited to tender (alphabetical order):
    • Cemre – Turkey
    • GSI – China
    • Stena UK with reliance partner CMJL (Weihai)
Sep 26
3

P&O Ferries Switches PRIDE OF HULL to Biofuel

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  • PRIDE OF HULL is the first ferry on the Hull–Rotterdam route to run permanently on lower-carbon biofuel.
  • The vessel now operates fully on Biofuel B30, following successful trials.
  • The 215m ferry carries 1,360 passengers and 400 freight vehicles.
  • Biofuel B30 cuts lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions by about 20% compared with traditional marine fuel.
  • The move helps P&O Ferries comply with the EU’s FuelEU Maritime regulation, effective January 2025.
  • The decision follows consultation with Wärtsilä and fuel suppliers. Biofuel B30 was chosen as the most practical solution, requiring no costly conversions.
  • This transition builds on previous carbon savings of over 135,000 tonnes from hybrid deployment and fleet optimisation.