POLSCA Baltic Ferries To Launch Gdańsk–Karlshamn Route

By 8 February 20262026 Newsletter week 06
February 8, 2026

POLSCA Baltic Ferries is developing its Baltic Sea network with a new ferry connection between Gdańsk and Karlshamn.

Key points:

  • The new route is part of POLSCA S.A.’s next phase in building a joint brand for Polish ferry operators.
  • An agreement has been signed with the Port of Karlshamn and the Port of Gdańsk.
  • The Gdańsk–Karlshamn line will complement existing Polish ferry routes:
    • Świnoujście–Ystad
    • Świnoujście–Trelleborg
    • Gdańsk–Nynäshamn
  • The service will be operated by two vessels with a strong cargo focus, each able to carry around 90 truck units.
  • Sailings are planned six times per week, with evening departures and morning arrivals.
  • Crossing time will be approximately 13 hours.
  • The opening is planned for later this year, subject to completion of port infrastructure adaptations in Karlshamn.

Source: Port of Karlshamn