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SNCM hit by regulatory setback 
13 December 2006
French ferry company SNCM, already stricken with labour problems, has suffered a fresh blow.
13 December 2006
French ferry company SNCM, already stricken with labour problems, has suffered a fresh blow.
Integration of onshore organisations in Sweden
06 December 2006
AS Tallink Grupp has successfully completed the negotiations according to the Swedish legislation between the employers and employees' representatives.
06 December 2006
AS Tallink Grupp has successfully completed the negotiations according to the Swedish legislation between the employers and employees' representatives.
New Brittany Ferries cruise-ferry to be named Armorique
06 December 2006
The new ship on order from the Aker shipyard in Helsinki is to be called "Armorique" after the national park of outstanding beauty in western Brittany.
06 December 2006
The new ship on order from the Aker shipyard in Helsinki is to be called "Armorique" after the national park of outstanding beauty in western Brittany.
Battle lines drawn over Tirrenia subsidy extension
05 December 2006
The battle lines are being drawn around Italian state-owned carrier Tirrenia, with efforts to extend the ferry company's subsidy regime past the 2008 deadline set by the European Commission now the subject of animated discussion from parliament to company boardrooms to docks around the country.
05 December 2006
The battle lines are being drawn around Italian state-owned carrier Tirrenia, with efforts to extend the ferry company's subsidy regime past the 2008 deadline set by the European Commission now the subject of animated discussion from parliament to company boardrooms to docks around the country.
Baltivia - Major capacity increase to and from Poland
03 December 2006
Polferries newly acquired ferry Baltivia, which is currently at Remontowa Shiprepair Yard in Gdansk for an overhaul, will begin sailing between Nynashamn and Gdansk on 9 January, next year.
03 December 2006
Polferries newly acquired ferry Baltivia, which is currently at Remontowa Shiprepair Yard in Gdansk for an overhaul, will begin sailing between Nynashamn and Gdansk on 9 January, next year.
Fjord Line faces bankruptcy
02 December 2006
Fjord Line, the Norwegian ferry company that recently sold one of its ships and routes to DFDS, is reported to be facing bankruptcy proceedings after failing to pay two creditors of NK92,000 (about $14,000).
02 December 2006
Fjord Line, the Norwegian ferry company that recently sold one of its ships and routes to DFDS, is reported to be facing bankruptcy proceedings after failing to pay two creditors of NK92,000 (about $14,000).
Brittany Ferries changes
02 December 2006
Jean-Marc Roue, 38 years old, was named yesterday as the new Vice president of Brittany Ferries.
02 December 2006
Jean-Marc Roue, 38 years old, was named yesterday as the new Vice president of Brittany Ferries.
Road goods vehicles travelling to mainland Europe - Q3 2006
30 November 2006
Third quarter 2006
The total number of vehicles travelling to mainland Europe was 722,200, a 3 per cent increase compared with the previous quarter and a 4 per cent increase from the third quarter of 2005.
30 November 2006
Third quarter 2006
The total number of vehicles travelling to mainland Europe was 722,200, a 3 per cent increase compared with the previous quarter and a 4 per cent increase from the third quarter of 2005.
Tallink interested in Gotland route
30 November 2006
Tallink Silja has its eye on operating a shipping route between the Swedish coast and the Swedish island of Gotland.
30 November 2006
Tallink Silja has its eye on operating a shipping route between the Swedish coast and the Swedish island of Gotland.
Stena order two innovative Super Ferries at Aker Yards
09 November 2006
Aker Yards has today entered into a contract with Stena Rederi AB in Gothenburg (Sweden) to deliver two innovative Super Ferries.
09 November 2006
Aker Yards has today entered into a contract with Stena Rederi AB in Gothenburg (Sweden) to deliver two innovative Super Ferries.
Corsica Ferries says France abused power over aid to SNCM
24 October 2006
Corsica Ferries says France abused power over aid to SNCM; to file EU complaint
Corsica Ferries said the French government has abused its power in granting millions in restructuring aid to state-run ferry operator Societe Nationale Corse-Mediterranee (SNCM) and confirmed that it intends to file a formal complaint with EU regulators.
24 October 2006
Corsica Ferries says France abused power over aid to SNCM; to file EU complaint
Corsica Ferries said the French government has abused its power in granting millions in restructuring aid to state-run ferry operator Societe Nationale Corse-Mediterranee (SNCM) and confirmed that it intends to file a formal complaint with EU regulators.
Corsican court set to rule on bid to stop ferry concession
23 October 2006
The administrative court in the Corsican city of Bastia will rule today on applications from Corsica Ferries and Compagnie Méridionale de Navigation to stop the award of the subsidised public service ferry concession for lines between Corsica and the French mainland.
23 October 2006
The administrative court in the Corsican city of Bastia will rule today on applications from Corsica Ferries and Compagnie Méridionale de Navigation to stop the award of the subsidised public service ferry concession for lines between Corsica and the French mainland.
Moby Lines set to grow with equity fund partner
20 October 2006
Rising Italian ferry company Moby Lines is poised to take on a private equity fund as a small but significant minority partner, company chief executive Vincenzo Onorato has confirmed.
20 October 2006
Rising Italian ferry company Moby Lines is poised to take on a private equity fund as a small but significant minority partner, company chief executive Vincenzo Onorato has confirmed.
New ferry operator arrives at Portsmouth
20 October 2006
Port mangers at Portsmouth Continental Ferry Port today (20 October 2006) confirmed the arrival of yet another new ferry service at the Port.
20 October 2006
Port mangers at Portsmouth Continental Ferry Port today (20 October 2006) confirmed the arrival of yet another new ferry service at the Port.
Opening of a new service between Cherbourg - Portsmouth
20 October 2006
CELTIC LINK FERRIES LIMITED are pleased to announce the opening of a new service between CHERBOURG and PORTSMOUTH.
20 October 2006
CELTIC LINK FERRIES LIMITED are pleased to announce the opening of a new service between CHERBOURG and PORTSMOUTH.
Croatian deal for Yarmouth Ferries
19 October 2006
Wightlink has booked a ticket to Croatia for a shipyard to build its two new Yarmouth to Lymington ferries.
19 October 2006
Wightlink has booked a ticket to Croatia for a shipyard to build its two new Yarmouth to Lymington ferries.
Scandlines reduces holding in Mols-Linien A/S
13 October 2006
The Danish-German ferry operator Scandlines announced on Friday 13 October that it has reduced its holding in shipping company Mols-Linien A/S to 30%.
13 October 2006
The Danish-German ferry operator Scandlines announced on Friday 13 October that it has reduced its holding in shipping company Mols-Linien A/S to 30%.
Irish ferry bid falls victim to politics
13 October 2006
The plan to restore the Campbeltown to Ballycastle ferry service appears to have fallen victim to government attempts to get politicians in Northern Ireland to work together.
13 October 2006
The plan to restore the Campbeltown to Ballycastle ferry service appears to have fallen victim to government attempts to get politicians in Northern Ireland to work together.
Lorry drivers saving planet with sea trips
11 October 2006
Hauliers using the ferry from Scotland to Belgium are saving the environment from £2.
11 October 2006
Hauliers using the ferry from Scotland to Belgium are saving the environment from £2.
P&O fights back against low-cost airlines
11 October 2006
After its fundamental business review, P&O Ferries is now "where we think we need to be", says spokesman Brian Rees.
11 October 2006
After its fundamental business review, P&O Ferries is now "where we think we need to be", says spokesman Brian Rees.
Scandlines bidders reduced to three
11 October 2006
Scandlines bidders reduced to three, all worth over 1 bln eur
The number of bidders for Danish-German ferry operator, Scandlines AG, has been reduced to three from six and all remaining bids are believed to be worth over 1 bln eur, daily Boersen reported without citing any sources.
11 October 2006
Scandlines bidders reduced to three, all worth over 1 bln eur
The number of bidders for Danish-German ferry operator, Scandlines AG, has been reduced to three from six and all remaining bids are believed to be worth over 1 bln eur, daily Boersen reported without citing any sources.
Passenger numbers increase again after duty-free setback
11 October 2006
Freight units handled through the port of Dover in the first eight months of this year were up by 19.
11 October 2006
Freight units handled through the port of Dover in the first eight months of this year were up by 19.
Grimaldi bid on Finnlines
10 October 2006
Finnlines Plc has today received information according to which Grimaldi Compagnia de Navigazione S.
10 October 2006
Finnlines Plc has today received information according to which Grimaldi Compagnia de Navigazione S.
New Ferry Terminal in Gdynia
10 October 2006
In two years time, work in a new ferry terminal will commence in Gdynia at a cost of EUR 70 mn.
10 October 2006
In two years time, work in a new ferry terminal will commence in Gdynia at a cost of EUR 70 mn.
Islanders have say on ferry route
09 October 2006
CalMac has invited islanders to comment on its service
Islanders on Mull have been invited to take part in a survey on the Caledonian MacBrayne ferry service.
09 October 2006
CalMac has invited islanders to comment on its service
Islanders on Mull have been invited to take part in a survey on the Caledonian MacBrayne ferry service.
Question marks still hang over the future of troubled SNCM
09 October 2006
Question marks still hang over the future of troubled ferry operator Société Nationale Corse-Méditerranée (SNCM).
09 October 2006
Question marks still hang over the future of troubled ferry operator Société Nationale Corse-Méditerranée (SNCM).
Travel Awards 2006 winners
07 October 2006
The full list of winners announced at this year's Guardian, Observer and Guardian Unlimited Travel Awards ceremony in Cape Town
Best Ferry company: SpeedFerries
A new winner this year: SpeedFerries, who operate a service between Dover and Boulogne.
07 October 2006
The full list of winners announced at this year's Guardian, Observer and Guardian Unlimited Travel Awards ceremony in Cape Town
Best Ferry company: SpeedFerries
A new winner this year: SpeedFerries, who operate a service between Dover and Boulogne.
Brussels urged to study Corsica tender
05 October 2006
Brussels - The bitter battle between French ferry operators CMN and SNCM has gone to Brussels with CMN urging three European commissioners to take a closer look at the tender for south France-Corsica ferry routes to be awarded later this month.
05 October 2006
Brussels - The bitter battle between French ferry operators CMN and SNCM has gone to Brussels with CMN urging three European commissioners to take a closer look at the tender for south France-Corsica ferry routes to be awarded later this month.
Stena brings an end to fast Harwich-Hook ferry service
05 October 2006
STENA Line is to cease operating a fast ferry service on the Harwich-Hook of Holland route from January, and will invest £70m ($132m) in lengthening and upgrading the two ro-pax ferries operating on the route, it was confirmed yesterday.
05 October 2006
STENA Line is to cease operating a fast ferry service on the Harwich-Hook of Holland route from January, and will invest £70m ($132m) in lengthening and upgrading the two ro-pax ferries operating on the route, it was confirmed yesterday.
Plan to restore Faroe ferry link
04 October 2006
Talks aimed at restoring ferry links between the Faroe Islands and Caithness have begun.
04 October 2006
Talks aimed at restoring ferry links between the Faroe Islands and Caithness have begun.
Incat Delivers Latest 98, Milenium Tres
04 October 2006
Sixth High Speed Vessel to see service with Acciona Trasmediterránea
Incat's unrivalled experience in building large high-capacity high speed ferries has been further strengthened by the delivery of a new 98 metre Wave Piercing Catamaran to one of Spain's largest shipping companies, Acciona Trasmediterránea.
04 October 2006
Sixth High Speed Vessel to see service with Acciona Trasmediterránea
Incat's unrivalled experience in building large high-capacity high speed ferries has been further strengthened by the delivery of a new 98 metre Wave Piercing Catamaran to one of Spain's largest shipping companies, Acciona Trasmediterránea.
Harwich International Port Signs New Contract with Stena Line
04 October 2006
Harwich International Port is pleased to announce the signing of a contract extension with Stena Line, Europe's largest ferry operator.
04 October 2006
Harwich International Port is pleased to announce the signing of a contract extension with Stena Line, Europe's largest ferry operator.
New Red Jet Ferry timetable announced
04 October 2006
A new and improved Red Jet Hi-Speed timetable between West Cowes and Southampton launches on Sunday 12 November 06, providing the fastest link between the Isle of Wight and London Waterloo.
04 October 2006
A new and improved Red Jet Hi-Speed timetable between West Cowes and Southampton launches on Sunday 12 November 06, providing the fastest link between the Isle of Wight and London Waterloo.
Anek makes grab for Hellenic
04 October 2006
Greek ferry operator Anek Lines is to make a EUR 80m ($101m) bid for the 33.
04 October 2006
Greek ferry operator Anek Lines is to make a EUR 80m ($101m) bid for the 33.
Ambitious SpeedFerries looks to channel its focus on world stage
03 October 2006
As it comes to the end of its third summer season of operation between the ports of Dover and Boulogne- sur-Mer, English Channel low-cost ferry pioneer SpeedFerries is at last able to contemplate the expansion which founder Curt Stavis says was always envisaged.
03 October 2006
As it comes to the end of its third summer season of operation between the ports of Dover and Boulogne- sur-Mer, English Channel low-cost ferry pioneer SpeedFerries is at last able to contemplate the expansion which founder Curt Stavis says was always envisaged.
New Dublin-Holyhead sailings
29 September 2006
Irish Ferries has introduced a new sailing schedule on their Dublin to Holyhead route to give passengers a greater spread of daylight trips.
29 September 2006
Irish Ferries has introduced a new sailing schedule on their Dublin to Holyhead route to give passengers a greater spread of daylight trips.
Ferries halt passenger decline
28 September 2006
Ferry companies have halted a five-year period of decline prompted by no-frills airline competition, new figures show.
28 September 2006
Ferry companies have halted a five-year period of decline prompted by no-frills airline competition, new figures show.
Freight helping ferry fightback
28 September 2006
Ferry lines - including Stena from its Irish Sea base at Holyhead - are fighting back against competition from budget airlines.
28 September 2006
Ferry lines - including Stena from its Irish Sea base at Holyhead - are fighting back against competition from budget airlines.
SpeedFerries secures second cat
27 September 2006
Dover, UK-based low-cost ferry operator SpeedFerries has at last arranged for a second vessel to join its Boulogne service in spring 2007.
27 September 2006
Dover, UK-based low-cost ferry operator SpeedFerries has at last arranged for a second vessel to join its Boulogne service in spring 2007.
New Ferry Mooted
27 September 2006
A fourth car ferry could be added to Red Funnel's Cowes to Southampton route in the coming years.
27 September 2006
A fourth car ferry could be added to Red Funnel's Cowes to Southampton route in the coming years.
CalMac confirms Fares levels 2007-8
27 September 2006
Ferry operator Caledonian MacBrayne has confirmed that its fares levels, effective from April 2007, will see an increase of 2.
27 September 2006
Ferry operator Caledonian MacBrayne has confirmed that its fares levels, effective from April 2007, will see an increase of 2.
SpeedFerries looking for partner to explore new routes
21 September 2006
English Channel low-cost ferry pioneer SpeedFerries is considering a joint venture with another shipping company with the aim of taking its low-cost ferry model on to other routes.
21 September 2006
English Channel low-cost ferry pioneer SpeedFerries is considering a joint venture with another shipping company with the aim of taking its low-cost ferry model on to other routes.
Minoan Vessel Sold for
21 September 2006
Minoan Lines of Crete has sold its 2002-built fast ropax ferry Ariadne Palace to Italy's most colourful ferry operator, Moby Lines, for what industry watchers are labelling an exceptional price.
21 September 2006
Minoan Lines of Crete has sold its 2002-built fast ropax ferry Ariadne Palace to Italy's most colourful ferry operator, Moby Lines, for what industry watchers are labelling an exceptional price.
Caledonian MacBrayne clarifies restructuring plans Back
20 September 2006
Ferry operator Caledonian MacBrayne has announced that, in preparation for its tendering exercise which began with the Invitation to Tender (ITT) for the Gourock - Dunoon service, it is to restructure from 1 October 2006.
20 September 2006
Ferry operator Caledonian MacBrayne has announced that, in preparation for its tendering exercise which began with the Invitation to Tender (ITT) for the Gourock - Dunoon service, it is to restructure from 1 October 2006.
Scandlines deal in final round
19 September 2006
The owners of Scandlines A/G will start negotiations with two or three of the prospective buyers, that have launched binding bids for Scandlines this August.
19 September 2006
The owners of Scandlines A/G will start negotiations with two or three of the prospective buyers, that have launched binding bids for Scandlines this August.
2007 France bookings
18 September 2006
Irish Ferries have commenced taking bookings for 2007 sailings on their Ireland - France services.
18 September 2006
Irish Ferries have commenced taking bookings for 2007 sailings on their Ireland - France services.
New-look service from Newcastle
18 September 2006
DFDS Seaways offer UK - Norway SailingFollowing leading cruise ferry operator DFDS Seaways' acquisition of Fjord Line's m.
18 September 2006
DFDS Seaways offer UK - Norway SailingFollowing leading cruise ferry operator DFDS Seaways' acquisition of Fjord Line's m.
Moby Lines strengthens Sardinia presence
18 September 2006
Italian ferry operator Moby has acquired five-ship operator Lloyd Sardegna for a rumoured euro 50M ($63M).
18 September 2006
Italian ferry operator Moby has acquired five-ship operator Lloyd Sardegna for a rumoured euro 50M ($63M).
Shetland based director of Smyril Line resigns
13 September 2006
Shetland Islands Council convener Sandy Cluness has resigned from his directorship of Smyril Line, it was announced last night (Tuesday), as it emerged he was receiving an annual director's fee of £4,500 from the Faroese shipping company.
13 September 2006
Shetland Islands Council convener Sandy Cluness has resigned from his directorship of Smyril Line, it was announced last night (Tuesday), as it emerged he was receiving an annual director's fee of £4,500 from the Faroese shipping company.
EU Extends Probe Into Subsidies for Corsican Ferry Company
13 September 2006
The European Commission Wednesday said it's extending its probe into the French state's restructuring plans for Corsican ferry company SNCM.
13 September 2006
The European Commission Wednesday said it's extending its probe into the French state's restructuring plans for Corsican ferry company SNCM.
Ferry is a bute
13 September 2006
An £8Million addition to CalMac's ferry fleet was launched in Gdansk, Poland, yesterday.
13 September 2006
An £8Million addition to CalMac's ferry fleet was launched in Gdansk, Poland, yesterday.
Two boat race for ferry run
12 September 2006
Only two companies are now competing for the right to run the Gourock-Dunoon ferry service.
12 September 2006
Only two companies are now competing for the right to run the Gourock-Dunoon ferry service.
Corsica Ferries buys Phoenix Express
12 September 2006
French ferry operator Corsica Ferries has again added to its conventional ferry capacity through the acquisition of the 1993-built Phoenix Express from Japanese operator JRTT.
12 September 2006
French ferry operator Corsica Ferries has again added to its conventional ferry capacity through the acquisition of the 1993-built Phoenix Express from Japanese operator JRTT.
Ferry in harbour dispute
12 September 2006
A ferry operator claims he is being prevented from cutting the sailing time to Orkney by 50%, because Orkney Islands Council is determined to protect the Scottish Executive's rival interests.
12 September 2006
A ferry operator claims he is being prevented from cutting the sailing time to Orkney by 50%, because Orkney Islands Council is determined to protect the Scottish Executive's rival interests.
Grandi Navi Veloci makes Moroccan moves
11 September 2006
Italy's Grimaldi group is launching a new ro-ro service between Italy and Morocco via Spain at the end of the month.
11 September 2006
Italy's Grimaldi group is launching a new ro-ro service between Italy and Morocco via Spain at the end of the month.
Call made for cheaper ferry fares
11 September 2006
Hitrans says ferry fares should be subject to a discount scheme
Reducing ferry fares to the Western Isles by 30% would boost island economies, according to research commissioned by a transport body.
11 September 2006
Hitrans says ferry fares should be subject to a discount scheme
Reducing ferry fares to the Western Isles by 30% would boost island economies, according to research commissioned by a transport body.
Northern Irish silence over ferry bids delay
09 September 2006
The Northern Ireland Office yesterday refused to reveal why it is holding up the tendering of the Campbeltown to Ballycastle ferry.
09 September 2006
The Northern Ireland Office yesterday refused to reveal why it is holding up the tendering of the Campbeltown to Ballycastle ferry.
Anek lines targets $127m share offering
08 September 2006
Crete based ferry operator Anek Lines has notified the Athens Stock Exchange that it plans to raise E100m ($127m) in a share capital increase.
08 September 2006
Crete based ferry operator Anek Lines has notified the Athens Stock Exchange that it plans to raise E100m ($127m) in a share capital increase.
Stena Trader sets sail on North Sea
08 September 2006
Leading ferry company Stena Line has expanded its North Sea freight operations with the arrival in Killingholme of the Stena Trader, the latest addition to the ferry company's growing fleet.
08 September 2006
Leading ferry company Stena Line has expanded its North Sea freight operations with the arrival in Killingholme of the Stena Trader, the latest addition to the ferry company's growing fleet.
Irish Ferries owner increases profits
07 September 2006
Shipping, transport and leisure group ICG has reported a before-tax, first-half profit of EUR2.
07 September 2006
Shipping, transport and leisure group ICG has reported a before-tax, first-half profit of EUR2.
Ferry firm plans £4m investment
07 September 2006
The Sound of Sanda ferry sails from McInroy's Point at Gourock
Western Ferries is poised to announce a £4m investment in its busy Gourock to Dunoon crossing on the Clyde.
07 September 2006
The Sound of Sanda ferry sails from McInroy's Point at Gourock
Western Ferries is poised to announce a £4m investment in its busy Gourock to Dunoon crossing on the Clyde.
Freight focus for tunnel talks
07 September 2006
Managers of Eurotunnel are locked in talks to reach agreement on freight train subsidies.
07 September 2006
Managers of Eurotunnel are locked in talks to reach agreement on freight train subsidies.
The olympic Flame sails with Blue Star Ferries
06 September 2006
Ahead of the European Special Olympics to be held in Rome between 28/09/06 and 06/10/06, the Olympic Flame set sail for Italy from the port of Patras, on board car-passenger ferry Blue Horizon, on Sunday 3rd September.
06 September 2006
Ahead of the European Special Olympics to be held in Rome between 28/09/06 and 06/10/06, the Olympic Flame set sail for Italy from the port of Patras, on board car-passenger ferry Blue Horizon, on Sunday 3rd September.
DFDS Seaways boosts capacity on UK - Norway
06 September 2006
DFDS Seaways, the leading cruise ferry operator to Scandinavia and Northern Europe, has acquired Fjord Line's m.
06 September 2006
DFDS Seaways, the leading cruise ferry operator to Scandinavia and Northern Europe, has acquired Fjord Line's m.
DFDS buys m.s. Fjord Norway from Fjord Line
06 September 2006
DFDS Seaways has purchased the passenger ship m.
06 September 2006
DFDS Seaways has purchased the passenger ship m.
Fjord Norway to be sold - England route to be strenthened
06 September 2006
M S Fjord Norway, operated by Fjord Line, is being sold to the Danish Company, DFDS Seaways.
06 September 2006
M S Fjord Norway, operated by Fjord Line, is being sold to the Danish Company, DFDS Seaways.
Sea Express I returns September 11
05 September 2006
The 74 metre fast craft Sea Express 1 will enter service for The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company in September.
05 September 2006
The 74 metre fast craft Sea Express 1 will enter service for The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company in September.
DFDS Seaways Skips Helsingborg
04 September 2006
As from October 15, DFDS Seaways will stop calling at Helsingborg on the run between Copenhagen and Oslo.
04 September 2006
As from October 15, DFDS Seaways will stop calling at Helsingborg on the run between Copenhagen and Oslo.
Port up for Sale
04 September 2006
Newhaven port is expected to be sold to British investors by its French owners within a couple of weeks.
04 September 2006
Newhaven port is expected to be sold to British investors by its French owners within a couple of weeks.
Finnlines new generation ropax vessels into service
30 August 2006
four times weekly from Travemünde to Helsinki in only 27 hours, starting 16.
30 August 2006
four times weekly from Travemünde to Helsinki in only 27 hours, starting 16.
Minoan gets early bids in battle for Hellenic
30 August 2006
Minoan Lines has received two written offers to buy its shareholding in rival Greek ferry operation Hellenic Seaways.
30 August 2006
Minoan Lines has received two written offers to buy its shareholding in rival Greek ferry operation Hellenic Seaways.
Channel Tunnel traffic resumes
22 August 2006
Channel Tunnel traffic was fully back to normal at 16:00 (CET) today (Tuesday 22 August 2006).
22 August 2006
Channel Tunnel traffic was fully back to normal at 16:00 (CET) today (Tuesday 22 August 2006).
MP wants review of ferry fares
22 August 2006
A Campaign is growing to get the Office of Fair Trading (OFT) to probe 'expensive' ferry prices between the mainland and Isle of Wight.
22 August 2006
A Campaign is growing to get the Office of Fair Trading (OFT) to probe 'expensive' ferry prices between the mainland and Isle of Wight.
Lorry fire closes Channel Tunnel
21 August 2006
Thirty-four people had to be led to safety following a fire on a lorry being carried on board a freight train in the Channel Tunnel.
21 August 2006
Thirty-four people had to be led to safety following a fire on a lorry being carried on board a freight train in the Channel Tunnel.
Facts about Smyril were incorrect
18 August 2006
An article in last week's The Shetland Times claimed that Faroese ferry company Smyril Line has debts of over £135 million.
18 August 2006
An article in last week's The Shetland Times claimed that Faroese ferry company Smyril Line has debts of over £135 million.
Scandlines shipping company on course for success from Rostock
15 August 2006
"The German-Danish shipping company, Scandlines, improved its transport results once again on its 3 ferry routes to and from Rostock in the first half of 2006 and is the leading ferry service provider in the Port of Rostock, carrying 128,999 trucks (+ 10.
15 August 2006
"The German-Danish shipping company, Scandlines, improved its transport results once again on its 3 ferry routes to and from Rostock in the first half of 2006 and is the leading ferry service provider in the Port of Rostock, carrying 128,999 trucks (+ 10.
Ferry company has record passenger numbers
14 August 2006
Ferry company has record passenger numbers after airplane terror alerts
SeaFrance had the best week of business in the company's history - thanks to the terror alerts that caused chaos at airports.
14 August 2006
Ferry company has record passenger numbers after airplane terror alerts
SeaFrance had the best week of business in the company's history - thanks to the terror alerts that caused chaos at airports.
Morocco to privatise Comanav
14 August 2006
Comanav, the Moroccan ferry, container and ro-ro vessel operator still majority owned by the state, is to be privatised by the end of the year, chief executive Toufik Ibrahimi said on Friday.
14 August 2006
Comanav, the Moroccan ferry, container and ro-ro vessel operator still majority owned by the state, is to be privatised by the end of the year, chief executive Toufik Ibrahimi said on Friday.
Smyril struggles in sea of debts
11 August 2006
Faroese ferry company Smyril Line has debts of over £135m and shareholders stand little chance of getting their money back if the company goes to the wall it emerged this week.
11 August 2006
Faroese ferry company Smyril Line has debts of over £135m and shareholders stand little chance of getting their money back if the company goes to the wall it emerged this week.
Swansea Cork sells ferry to Egypt
10 August 2006
Irish Sea operator Swansea Cork Ferries has sold its 34-year-old Superferry and plans to purchase a new ship to commence its service in March 2007.
10 August 2006
Irish Sea operator Swansea Cork Ferries has sold its 34-year-old Superferry and plans to purchase a new ship to commence its service in March 2007.
Keel laying of Color Line's second cruise ship at Aker Yards
08 August 2006
The keel of the cruise ship to be named Color Magic was laid today at Aker Yards.
08 August 2006
The keel of the cruise ship to be named Color Magic was laid today at Aker Yards.
Business is booming with Northlink Ferries
08 August 2006
Less than one month on from the handover to a new operator, the ferry service from the Scottish mainland to the Northern Isles has experienced its busiest ever month.
08 August 2006
Less than one month on from the handover to a new operator, the ferry service from the Scottish mainland to the Northern Isles has experienced its busiest ever month.
Cowes prepares for an action-packed weekend of poweboat racing
07 August 2006
Combining action with glamour on and off the water, the 2006 Cowes Powerboat Festival takes place from Fri 25 to Sun 27 August and promises to be one of the most action-packed weekends of exhilarating powerboat racing ever to be seen in the UK.
07 August 2006
Combining action with glamour on and off the water, the 2006 Cowes Powerboat Festival takes place from Fri 25 to Sun 27 August and promises to be one of the most action-packed weekends of exhilarating powerboat racing ever to be seen in the UK.
6 buyers still in the Scandlines race
04 August 2006
Six potential buyers are currently working on their final bids for Danish ferry operator Scandlines.
04 August 2006
Six potential buyers are currently working on their final bids for Danish ferry operator Scandlines.
Irish Ferries autumn breaks to France
03 August 2006
Irish Ferries has launched their ever-popular Mini Cruise to France programme attractive to bargain hunters and those who want to re-stock their cellar with wines at prices half of what you would pay at home.
03 August 2006
Irish Ferries has launched their ever-popular Mini Cruise to France programme attractive to bargain hunters and those who want to re-stock their cellar with wines at prices half of what you would pay at home.
Interest grows in Transmanche Ferries
01 August 2006
Interest in the takeover of French cross-Channel ferry operator Transmanche Ferries is growing significantly as the deadline for offers was expected to close at the end of July.
01 August 2006
Interest in the takeover of French cross-Channel ferry operator Transmanche Ferries is growing significantly as the deadline for offers was expected to close at the end of July.
Stena Line announces start date for new freight service
01 August 2006
Leading ferry company Stena Line has revealed that its new freight service on the Holyhead to Dublin route will commence operations from Monday September 11, 2006.
01 August 2006
Leading ferry company Stena Line has revealed that its new freight service on the Holyhead to Dublin route will commence operations from Monday September 11, 2006.
Disruption as ferry 'hits whale'
01 August 2006
The ferry was approaching Holyhead when it had a "soft impact" Thousands of passengers have had travel plans disrupted after a ferry struck a whale just off Holyhead in north Wales.
01 August 2006
The ferry was approaching Holyhead when it had a "soft impact" Thousands of passengers have had travel plans disrupted after a ferry struck a whale just off Holyhead in north Wales.
Ferry firm sells only vessel
01 August 2006
Swansea-Cork Ferries is to cut its sailing season short after deciding to sell its only ferry.
01 August 2006
Swansea-Cork Ferries is to cut its sailing season short after deciding to sell its only ferry.
New CalMac Chairman takes up post
01 August 2006
Lifeline ferry operator Caledonian MacBrayne has a new Chairman.
01 August 2006
Lifeline ferry operator Caledonian MacBrayne has a new Chairman.
Firms go head to head in battle for ferry routes
01 August 2006
The contest for the first of Caledonian MacBrayne's west coast ferry routes started in earnest yesterday with two firms invited to bid against the operator for the Gourock-Dunoon commuter link.
01 August 2006
The contest for the first of Caledonian MacBrayne's west coast ferry routes started in earnest yesterday with two firms invited to bid against the operator for the Gourock-Dunoon commuter link.
£398k boost for ferry firm
01 August 2006
Plans to improve facilities at Western Ferries' terminal in Gourock have been given a boost by a cash windfall from a government enterprise agency.
01 August 2006
Plans to improve facilities at Western Ferries' terminal in Gourock have been given a boost by a cash windfall from a government enterprise agency.
SNCM goes solo in Corsica tender
31 July 2006
French ferry operator SNCM will bid alone - without long-time partner CMN - for the public service concession governing ferry routes from France to Corsica in a tender due to close on 4 August.
31 July 2006
French ferry operator SNCM will bid alone - without long-time partner CMN - for the public service concession governing ferry routes from France to Corsica in a tender due to close on 4 August.
Ferries set to compete with low-cost airlines
26 July 2006
Irish Ferries has started a battle with the low-cost airlines in a major tug-of-war for customers.
26 July 2006
Irish Ferries has started a battle with the low-cost airlines in a major tug-of-war for customers.
4 years anniversary for Blue Star Ferries on Dodecanese routes
25 July 2006
Blue Star Ferries (a sister company of SuperFast Ferries, part of the Attica Enterprises group) is pleased to announce the completion of four years of continuous and successful presence with its fast, modern car-passenger ferry on the Dodecanese route.
25 July 2006
Blue Star Ferries (a sister company of SuperFast Ferries, part of the Attica Enterprises group) is pleased to announce the completion of four years of continuous and successful presence with its fast, modern car-passenger ferry on the Dodecanese route.
SeaFrance blames competition for another deficit year
19 July 2006
French Channel ferry operator SeaFrance is heading for another deficit this year after announcing a net loss of E9.
19 July 2006
French Channel ferry operator SeaFrance is heading for another deficit this year after announcing a net loss of E9.
Norfolkline's New Fleet Complete
19 July 2006
The third of Norfolkline's new purpose-built ferries has now arrived in Dover to begin service on the Dover - Dunkerque route from 23 July 2006.
19 July 2006
The third of Norfolkline's new purpose-built ferries has now arrived in Dover to begin service on the Dover - Dunkerque route from 23 July 2006.
Grimaldi takes Tirrenia battle to Brussels
19 July 2006
Genoese shipowner Aldo Grimaldi is to report Italian state-owned shipowner Tirrenia to the European Commission within the next two weeks, accusing it of violating regulations on state aid.
19 July 2006
Genoese shipowner Aldo Grimaldi is to report Italian state-owned shipowner Tirrenia to the European Commission within the next two weeks, accusing it of violating regulations on state aid.
Spain clears Transmed takeover of Euroferrys
18 July 2006
Spain's competition watchdog has cleared Trasmediterranea's takeover of rival operator Euroferrys, which was majority owned by tour operators on either side of the Strait of Gibraltar.
18 July 2006
Spain's competition watchdog has cleared Trasmediterranea's takeover of rival operator Euroferrys, which was majority owned by tour operators on either side of the Strait of Gibraltar.
Spirit of Tasmania ferry sold for $111m
11 July 2006
Tasmanian Premier Paul Lennon has revealed his government sold off the Spirit of Tasmania III for $ 111 million.
11 July 2006
Tasmanian Premier Paul Lennon has revealed his government sold off the Spirit of Tasmania III for $ 111 million.
Spirit sale tipped to be a done deal today
10 July 2006
Shipping industry sources have named European company Corsica Ferries as the successful bidder for the Spirit of Tasmania III, with the purchase likely to be sealed today.
10 July 2006
Shipping industry sources have named European company Corsica Ferries as the successful bidder for the Spirit of Tasmania III, with the purchase likely to be sealed today.
Ferry could still stop in Lerwick
07 July 2006
Hopes of persuading Faroese ferry company Smyril Line to continue sailing to Shetland were raised this week after company managers published a provisional timetable for next year that includes Lerwick as a port of call.
07 July 2006
Hopes of persuading Faroese ferry company Smyril Line to continue sailing to Shetland were raised this week after company managers published a provisional timetable for next year that includes Lerwick as a port of call.
CalMac sign north boats contract
07 July 2006
STATE-owned ferry operators Caledonian MacBrayne were formally awarded the northern isles lifeline ferry contract through their new company NorthLink Ferries Ltd yesterday (Thursday).
07 July 2006
STATE-owned ferry operators Caledonian MacBrayne were formally awarded the northern isles lifeline ferry contract through their new company NorthLink Ferries Ltd yesterday (Thursday).
Smyril compromise on the table
07 July 2006
Shetland may agree a compromise to resolve their legal dispute with Faroe ferry firm Smyril Line, which wants to stem its enormous financial losses by dropping the islands from its summer schedule.
07 July 2006
Shetland may agree a compromise to resolve their legal dispute with Faroe ferry firm Smyril Line, which wants to stem its enormous financial losses by dropping the islands from its summer schedule.
Agreement MOBY-SNAV on Olbia-Civitavecchia route
06 July 2006
Cagliari, Jul 7 - Shipping companies Moby from Vincenzo Onorato and Snav from Gianluigi Aponte have reached a collaboration deal on the route Civitavecchia-Olbia and back.
06 July 2006
Cagliari, Jul 7 - Shipping companies Moby from Vincenzo Onorato and Snav from Gianluigi Aponte have reached a collaboration deal on the route Civitavecchia-Olbia and back.
Orkney and Shetland ferry contract
06 July 2006
The six year contract for lifeline ferry services to Orkney and Shetland has been awarded to Northlink Ferries Ltd.
06 July 2006
The six year contract for lifeline ferry services to Orkney and Shetland has been awarded to Northlink Ferries Ltd.
Grimaldi increases its ownership in Finnlines
29 June 2006
Companies within Grimaldi Group now own 30.
29 June 2006
Companies within Grimaldi Group now own 30.
Stena Line plans withdrawal of fast ferry
29 June 2006
Due to high bunker costs, Stena Line has plans to withdraw the high speed ferry "Stena Discovery" from service during spring 2007, unless the oil prices will be adjusted downwards before that.
29 June 2006
Due to high bunker costs, Stena Line has plans to withdraw the high speed ferry "Stena Discovery" from service during spring 2007, unless the oil prices will be adjusted downwards before that.
Stena Line jumboizes ro-pax ferries
28 June 2006
Stena Line announces an investment of EUR 100 million to increase the capacity of its two ro-pax vessels on the Harwich - Hoek van Holland service.
28 June 2006
Stena Line announces an investment of EUR 100 million to increase the capacity of its two ro-pax vessels on the Harwich - Hoek van Holland service.
Alicante restarts ferry services to the Balearic Islands after 17 years
27 June 2006
Alicante Port sees ferry services once again from today, 17 years after the last ferry left the port on a link to the Balearic Islands.
27 June 2006
Alicante Port sees ferry services once again from today, 17 years after the last ferry left the port on a link to the Balearic Islands.
Stena Line announces huge investments on the North Sea
27 June 2006
Stena Line, Europe's largest ferry operator, has announced an investment on its Harwich to Hoek van Holland route of approx.
27 June 2006
Stena Line, Europe's largest ferry operator, has announced an investment on its Harwich to Hoek van Holland route of approx.
Fjord Line deeper in the red
26 June 2006
Bergen-based passenger ferry operator Fjord Line has uncovered losses of NOK 133 million last year and has announced results after tax of minus NOK 206 million.
26 June 2006
Bergen-based passenger ferry operator Fjord Line has uncovered losses of NOK 133 million last year and has announced results after tax of minus NOK 206 million.
New SeaFrance Marketing Manager
22 June 2006
Bruno Vanhoutte, aged 48, who was in charge of the Distribution & Systems Centre, has been appointed Marketing Manager in the SeaFrance Passengers and Tourism Department.
22 June 2006
Bruno Vanhoutte, aged 48, who was in charge of the Distribution & Systems Centre, has been appointed Marketing Manager in the SeaFrance Passengers and Tourism Department.
Jobs saved at NorthLink office
21 June 2006
Jobs under threat at NorthLink's Lerwick office have been saved after incoming operator Caledonian MacBrayne dropped their initial plans to transfer Lerwick staff to Kirkwall.
21 June 2006
Jobs under threat at NorthLink's Lerwick office have been saved after incoming operator Caledonian MacBrayne dropped their initial plans to transfer Lerwick staff to Kirkwall.
Acciona lines up Trasmediterranea ferries
14 June 2006
Spanish construction and services group Acciona is set to sign an order with state-owned shipbuilder Navantia for construction of two ro-ro ferries for its subsidiary Trasmediterranea.
14 June 2006
Spanish construction and services group Acciona is set to sign an order with state-owned shipbuilder Navantia for construction of two ro-ro ferries for its subsidiary Trasmediterranea.
A new ferry for Caen
14 June 2006
Brittany Ferries and the partners of Senacal (Société d'Equipement NAval du CALvados) plan to launch a project for a new ferry between Portsmouth and Caen/Ouistreham.
14 June 2006
Brittany Ferries and the partners of Senacal (Société d'Equipement NAval du CALvados) plan to launch a project for a new ferry between Portsmouth and Caen/Ouistreham.
P&O adds capacity on North and Irish seas
12 June 2006
P&O Ferries is increasing its freight capacity on its North Sea and Irish Sea services from early July to meet growing demand.
12 June 2006
P&O Ferries is increasing its freight capacity on its North Sea and Irish Sea services from early July to meet growing demand.
Sea Containers to sell Silja Ferry Business to Tallink
12 June 2006
SEA CONTAINERS TO SELL SILJA FERRY BUSINESS TO TALLINK FOR $594m
Hamilton, Bermuda, June 12, 2006, Sea Containers Ltd.
12 June 2006
SEA CONTAINERS TO SELL SILJA FERRY BUSINESS TO TALLINK FOR $594m
Hamilton, Bermuda, June 12, 2006, Sea Containers Ltd.
Port operator will continue to use P&O's brand name
10 June 2006
Ho Chi Minh City: DP World, which became the world's third largest port operator earlier this year after acquiring 165-year British group P&O, has integrated the company's business to its own but it will continue to use P&O's brand name, Dubai officials told Gulf News in this Vietnamese city.
10 June 2006
Ho Chi Minh City: DP World, which became the world's third largest port operator earlier this year after acquiring 165-year British group P&O, has integrated the company's business to its own but it will continue to use P&O's brand name, Dubai officials told Gulf News in this Vietnamese city.
New Ferry Port Option Being Explored
09 June 2006
A Major new IW Council study into cross-Solent ferries will explore whether the authority can help create a new route to the mainland.
09 June 2006
A Major new IW Council study into cross-Solent ferries will explore whether the authority can help create a new route to the mainland.
Tórshavn court backs Smyril Line in battle to quit Lerwick
09 June 2006
Hopes of keeping the Smyril Line ferry Norröna sailing to Shetland for at least one more year took a knock on Tuesday when the commercial court in Tórshavn turned down an application for an injunction from Shetland Development Trust.
09 June 2006
Hopes of keeping the Smyril Line ferry Norröna sailing to Shetland for at least one more year took a knock on Tuesday when the commercial court in Tórshavn turned down an application for an injunction from Shetland Development Trust.
Scandlines Bidders
09 June 2006
ShipPax has obtained a list of the companies that have submitted indicative bids for the Danish-German ferry operator Scandlines.
09 June 2006
ShipPax has obtained a list of the companies that have submitted indicative bids for the Danish-German ferry operator Scandlines.
Customers to benefit from 1.5 EUR Million Stena Investment
08 June 2006
Customers travelling on Stena Line's Central Corridor route from Dublin to Holyhead are to benefit from an investment by the ferry company of almost 1.
08 June 2006
Customers travelling on Stena Line's Central Corridor route from Dublin to Holyhead are to benefit from an investment by the ferry company of almost 1.
National Statistics on sea passengers 2006 Q1
08 June 2006
The Department for Transport has today published National Statistics on sea passengers travelling on short-sea routes, for the first quarter of 2006.
08 June 2006
The Department for Transport has today published National Statistics on sea passengers travelling on short-sea routes, for the first quarter of 2006.
UK ferry safety warning prompts angry SNAV denial
08 June 2006
AN ITALIAN ferry operator has angrily denied a statement on an official British government website that two ro-ros do not meet international stability standards.
08 June 2006
AN ITALIAN ferry operator has angrily denied a statement on an official British government website that two ro-ros do not meet international stability standards.
P&O Ferries considers Bilbao options
08 June 2006
P&O Ferries is considering its legal options after an appeal against a ruling that said the company received illegal state aid, was turned down by the European Court of Justice on 1 June.
08 June 2006
P&O Ferries is considering its legal options after an appeal against a ruling that said the company received illegal state aid, was turned down by the European Court of Justice on 1 June.
Steam Packet Vessels in Overdrive for IOM TT Festival 2006
08 June 2006
One of the busiest periods of the TT festival will see 5 vessels operated by The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company scheduling 'round the clock' sailings as the 2006 TT Races attract racing fans from all over the world.
08 June 2006
One of the busiest periods of the TT festival will see 5 vessels operated by The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company scheduling 'round the clock' sailings as the 2006 TT Races attract racing fans from all over the world.
World Cup! Love it or Hate it
07 June 2006
World Cup! Love it or Hate it - Brittany Ferries can cater for you.
07 June 2006
World Cup! Love it or Hate it - Brittany Ferries can cater for you.
Courtesy on Wheels at the Steam Packet
07 June 2006
A replacement courtesy bus with up to date facilities for the disabled and those passengers who need some extra assistance, is the latest acquisition to the Company's fleet.
07 June 2006
A replacement courtesy bus with up to date facilities for the disabled and those passengers who need some extra assistance, is the latest acquisition to the Company's fleet.
Irish Ferries summer fare offers
02 June 2006
Now that the Summer holiday season has arrived in earnest, Irish Ferries remind holidaymakers of the various offers now available on their services to UK and France.
02 June 2006
Now that the Summer holiday season has arrived in earnest, Irish Ferries remind holidaymakers of the various offers now available on their services to UK and France.
Discussion over ferry competition
02 June 2006
Passengers have been told prices will not be allowed to change too much with only one car ferry operating in Jersey.
02 June 2006
Passengers have been told prices will not be allowed to change too much with only one car ferry operating in Jersey.
Wightlink to tender for replacement ferry pair
02 June 2006
Isle of Wight ferry operator WightLink is going out to tender for two new ferries as part of a £25m ($44.
02 June 2006
Isle of Wight ferry operator WightLink is going out to tender for two new ferries as part of a £25m ($44.
Grimaldi boosts Tyrrhenian links
01 June 2006
Grimaldi Group of Naples has started a new route linking Civitavecchia, Catania and Valletta with the ro-pax vessel Euroferry Malta (formerly Louis-Dreyfus-owned, Martinoli-operated Massilia and Levantina Trasporti's Linda).
01 June 2006
Grimaldi Group of Naples has started a new route linking Civitavecchia, Catania and Valletta with the ro-pax vessel Euroferry Malta (formerly Louis-Dreyfus-owned, Martinoli-operated Massilia and Levantina Trasporti's Linda).
SNCM heads for the private sector
01 June 2006
State-controlled French Mediterranean ferry operator SNCM is set to pass into private sector control today following yesterday's approval by the European Commission of its proposed takeover by Butler Capital Partners and Veolia Transport, writes Andrew Spurrier in Paris.
01 June 2006
State-controlled French Mediterranean ferry operator SNCM is set to pass into private sector control today following yesterday's approval by the European Commission of its proposed takeover by Butler Capital Partners and Veolia Transport, writes Andrew Spurrier in Paris.
EU OKs Veolia, Butler Capital To Buy SNCM
30 May 2006
The European Commission Tuesday cleared Veolia Environnement's (VE) transport division and French investment fund Butler Capital Partners to buy joint control of ferry operator Societe Nationale maritime Corse Mediterranee.
30 May 2006
The European Commission Tuesday cleared Veolia Environnement's (VE) transport division and French investment fund Butler Capital Partners to buy joint control of ferry operator Societe Nationale maritime Corse Mediterranee.
Transfer of SNCM to Veolia Environnement, Butler to proceed
29 May 2006
France authorises transfer of SNCM to Veolia Environnement, Butler to proceed.
29 May 2006
France authorises transfer of SNCM to Veolia Environnement, Butler to proceed.
Greek Market Report XRTC
29 May 2006
Greece's Athens Stock Exchange-listed ferry operators will continue to struggle unless new investments are made and this will only happen with further liberalisation of the domestic ferry network.
29 May 2006
Greece's Athens Stock Exchange-listed ferry operators will continue to struggle unless new investments are made and this will only happen with further liberalisation of the domestic ferry network.
No regrets over ferries decision, says Senator
25 May 2006
Senator Len Norman says he has no regrets about the decision to allow Condor to come into direct competition with Emeraude three years ago.
25 May 2006
Senator Len Norman says he has no regrets about the decision to allow Condor to come into direct competition with Emeraude three years ago.
SeaFrance wins prestigious coach award
24 May 2006
French ferry firm beats off strong competition to win.
24 May 2006
French ferry firm beats off strong competition to win.
Emeraude Jersey Ferries ceases operation
23 May 2006
French operator Emeraude Jersey Ferries, which ran between St Malo and the Channel Islands, is ceasing operations.
23 May 2006
French operator Emeraude Jersey Ferries, which ran between St Malo and the Channel Islands, is ceasing operations.
Grandi Navi Veloci Introduces Broadband and GSM on Ferries
22 May 2006
GSM and Broadband Now Available at Sea for Passengers and Crew.
22 May 2006
GSM and Broadband Now Available at Sea for Passengers and Crew.
AT Ferries unveil uk plans
17 May 2006
Rapidly expanding Spanish ferry operator Acciona Trasmediterranea, which launched a new service linking Bilbao and the UK port of Portsmouth yesterday, is now hoping to open a "maritime motorway" link between Spain and the UK.
17 May 2006
Rapidly expanding Spanish ferry operator Acciona Trasmediterranea, which launched a new service linking Bilbao and the UK port of Portsmouth yesterday, is now hoping to open a "maritime motorway" link between Spain and the UK.
Silja Line attracts several potential buyers
12 May 2006
Over twenty potential buyers were interested in buying the passenger shipping line Silja Line when its current owner, Sea Container, announced at the end of last year that it would sell the company by auction.
12 May 2006
Over twenty potential buyers were interested in buying the passenger shipping line Silja Line when its current owner, Sea Container, announced at the end of last year that it would sell the company by auction.
Steam Packet lines up fleet for TT invasion with fast craft charters
12 May 2006
At the Isle of Man looks forward to the annual TT Races, The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company has announced that three chartered vessels will bolster the fleet to bring the annual army of motor cycle fans to the greatest road racing event in the world.
12 May 2006
At the Isle of Man looks forward to the annual TT Races, The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company has announced that three chartered vessels will bolster the fleet to bring the annual army of motor cycle fans to the greatest road racing event in the world.
Algeria's CNAN to sell ferries
10 May 2006
Algerian state owned CNAN Group is to privatise its ferry business now gathered under the commercial banner CNAN Maghreb Line.
10 May 2006
Algerian state owned CNAN Group is to privatise its ferry business now gathered under the commercial banner CNAN Maghreb Line.
Scandlines possible bidders
08 May 2006
Deutsche Seereederei (DSR) in Rostock have formed a consortium with Allianz Capital Partners and Investment fund LD Equity make an offer for Scandlines AG according to 'Handelsblatt' and 'Financial Times Deutschland' (FTD) who both quote the consortium's PR agent Arno Pöker.
08 May 2006
Deutsche Seereederei (DSR) in Rostock have formed a consortium with Allianz Capital Partners and Investment fund LD Equity make an offer for Scandlines AG according to 'Handelsblatt' and 'Financial Times Deutschland' (FTD) who both quote the consortium's PR agent Arno Pöker.
Normandie incident from Lloyds List
04 May 2006
The 1,400 passengers aboard a Brittany Ferries car ferry had a serious fright when the vessel veered violently to starboard and took on a heavy list half an hour after leaving the French port of Caen-Ouistreham, writes Andrew Spurrier in Paris.
04 May 2006
The 1,400 passengers aboard a Brittany Ferries car ferry had a serious fright when the vessel veered violently to starboard and took on a heavy list half an hour after leaving the French port of Caen-Ouistreham, writes Andrew Spurrier in Paris.
IMO Convention / Emission levels
04 May 2006
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) in London has issued new regulations concerning exhaust emissions from ships on the Baltic Sea, which takes effect as of 19th May 2006.
04 May 2006
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) in London has issued new regulations concerning exhaust emissions from ships on the Baltic Sea, which takes effect as of 19th May 2006.
Stena Line Freight wins prestigious customer award
04 May 2006
Stena Line Freight has won a prestigious Customer Service Star Performer Award for the second year in succession at the Lloyd's Loading List Shipping Line of the Year Awards.
04 May 2006
Stena Line Freight has won a prestigious Customer Service Star Performer Award for the second year in succession at the Lloyd's Loading List Shipping Line of the Year Awards.
SNCM employees back privatisation
04 May 2006
More than three-quarters of SNCM's 2,400 employees have voted to approve the relaunch of the ailing operator in a move that paves the way for privatisation.
04 May 2006
More than three-quarters of SNCM's 2,400 employees have voted to approve the relaunch of the ailing operator in a move that paves the way for privatisation.
Ferry passengers hit by walkout
04 May 2006
Hundreds of ferry passengers due to sail from Portsmouth to France on Brittany Ferries have been hit by an unofficial strike.
04 May 2006
Hundreds of ferry passengers due to sail from Portsmouth to France on Brittany Ferries have been hit by an unofficial strike.
Norfolkline receives award - Outstanding Ferry Concept of 2005
04 May 2006
Norfolkline has been rewarded for being a trendsetter within the passenger shipping industry with its new purpose built Ro-Pax vessel Maersk Dunkerque.
04 May 2006
Norfolkline has been rewarded for being a trendsetter within the passenger shipping industry with its new purpose built Ro-Pax vessel Maersk Dunkerque.
Emeraude Jersey Ferries to resume passenger services
03 May 2006
Emeraude Ferries is resuming its foot passenger service on the Jersey to St Malo route.
03 May 2006
Emeraude Ferries is resuming its foot passenger service on the Jersey to St Malo route.
Scare for passengers as ferry rolls
03 May 2006
Ferry passengers were left screaming in terror as the ship they were travelling on lurched dramatically to the side.
03 May 2006
Ferry passengers were left screaming in terror as the ship they were travelling on lurched dramatically to the side.
Transmanche sends sisters into fray
01 May 2006
Just five years after making its shortsea debut, Transmanche Ferries has realised the first stage of a fleet renewal programme for the Newhaven/Dieppe route.
01 May 2006
Just five years after making its shortsea debut, Transmanche Ferries has realised the first stage of a fleet renewal programme for the Newhaven/Dieppe route.
Smoke Free Travel
13 April 2006
Norfolkline's multi-million pound investment in a new fleet of three purpose-built car ferries for the Dover - Dunkerque service, introduces a new style of cross channel travel dedicated to the motorist.
13 April 2006
Norfolkline's multi-million pound investment in a new fleet of three purpose-built car ferries for the Dover - Dunkerque service, introduces a new style of cross channel travel dedicated to the motorist.
Rivalry hots up on holiday route to Spain
11 April 2006
A huge new ferry service is to come to Portsmouth to take on P&O after a major deal was struck with a Spanish firm.
11 April 2006
A huge new ferry service is to come to Portsmouth to take on P&O after a major deal was struck with a Spanish firm.
ACCIONA Trasmediterránea opens Spain - UK route
10 April 2006
ACCIONA Trasmediterránea, Spain's largest shipping company, opens a new route between Spain and the UK .
10 April 2006
ACCIONA Trasmediterránea, Spain's largest shipping company, opens a new route between Spain and the UK .
Sale of Superfast VII, VIII and IX to AS TALLINK Grupp
10 April 2006
The Board of Directors of Attica Holdings S.
10 April 2006
The Board of Directors of Attica Holdings S.
New ferry operator at Portsmouth : Acciona Trasmediterranea
10 April 2006
Following recent speculation about the arrival of a new ferry operator at Portsmouth Commercial Port, port managers and Portsmouth City Council are delighted to confirm that the Spanish short sea shipping line, Acciona Trasmediterranea, will commence operations from the City to the port of Bilbao commencing 18 May.
10 April 2006
Following recent speculation about the arrival of a new ferry operator at Portsmouth Commercial Port, port managers and Portsmouth City Council are delighted to confirm that the Spanish short sea shipping line, Acciona Trasmediterranea, will commence operations from the City to the port of Bilbao commencing 18 May.
Irish Ferries completes refurbishment of Ireland - France Ferry
07 April 2006
Ahead of the coming Summer season, Irish Ferries have carried out a major refurbishment programme on board their Ireland - France ferry Normandy.
07 April 2006
Ahead of the coming Summer season, Irish Ferries have carried out a major refurbishment programme on board their Ireland - France ferry Normandy.
New ferry means extra costs for Dénia port
06 April 2006
Ferry company Balearia has presented a new craft set to be built in Vigo shipyard at a cost of 93 million Euros.
06 April 2006
Ferry company Balearia has presented a new craft set to be built in Vigo shipyard at a cost of 93 million Euros.
Sale of Tallink Autoexpress
06 April 2006
Tallink Fast Limited, a subsidiary company of AS Tallink Grupp and Compania Trasmediterranea S.
06 April 2006
Tallink Fast Limited, a subsidiary company of AS Tallink Grupp and Compania Trasmediterranea S.
It's all go on the Western front
29 March 2006
That's the word from Portsmouth Continental Ferry Port, which posted freight figures showing a year on year increase of 0.
29 March 2006
That's the word from Portsmouth Continental Ferry Port, which posted freight figures showing a year on year increase of 0.
Stena considers future of Harwich-Hook HSS
29 March 2006
Falling passenger numbers and rocketing fuel prices mean that the future of Stena Line's fast ferry service between Harwich and the Hook of Holland is in the balance.
29 March 2006
Falling passenger numbers and rocketing fuel prices mean that the future of Stena Line's fast ferry service between Harwich and the Hook of Holland is in the balance.
DFDS finds funding for joint purchase of Scandlines
20 March 2006
DFDS Ferries has confirmed reports that the ferry operator has been approached by international capital funds for a possible joint buyout of Scandlines.
20 March 2006
DFDS Ferries has confirmed reports that the ferry operator has been approached by international capital funds for a possible joint buyout of Scandlines.
Passengers up on Jersey St Malo route
11 March 2006
A price war between ferry companies on the St Malo route: Condor Ferries and Emeraude Ferries has led to an increase in passenger movements to and from the Island.
11 March 2006
A price war between ferry companies on the St Malo route: Condor Ferries and Emeraude Ferries has led to an increase in passenger movements to and from the Island.
Calmac Win ferry bid
10 March 2006
Islanders have welcomed the news that state-owned Caledonian MacBrayne has been named preferred bidder for the lifeline ferry service between Shetland, Orkney and Aberdeen.
10 March 2006
Islanders have welcomed the news that state-owned Caledonian MacBrayne has been named preferred bidder for the lifeline ferry service between Shetland, Orkney and Aberdeen.
Cruise in style to the continent with Transmanche Ferries
10 March 2006
A new £32 million ferry began sailing on the Newhaven - Dieppe cross-Channel route this week with Transmanche Ferries.
10 March 2006
A new £32 million ferry began sailing on the Newhaven - Dieppe cross-Channel route this week with Transmanche Ferries.
P&O Irish Sea to recommence enhanced Troon service
09 March 2006
The only ferry service from Ireland to Troon is set to recommence on 15th March when P&O Ferries Irish Sea's ever-popular fast ferry returns to Larne.
09 March 2006
The only ferry service from Ireland to Troon is set to recommence on 15th March when P&O Ferries Irish Sea's ever-popular fast ferry returns to Larne.
Dover Harbour development plans for traffic growth
09 March 2006
Dover Harbour Board is working up plans for up to four new ferry berths and a new marina in a major re-development of the Western Docks.
09 March 2006
Dover Harbour Board is working up plans for up to four new ferry berths and a new marina in a major re-development of the Western Docks.
The King of Scandinavia cracks open the bubbly
08 March 2006
DFDS Seaways, the leading cruise ferry operator to Scandinavia and Northern Europe, is proud to announce the arrival of its new ship, the m.
08 March 2006
DFDS Seaways, the leading cruise ferry operator to Scandinavia and Northern Europe, is proud to announce the arrival of its new ship, the m.
Poole cherbourg links strengthened
08 March 2006
A business delegation comprising of Poole Harbour Commissioners (PHC), the Borough of Poole and Dorset Business visited Cherbourg and St Lo in France on Monday 6 March with the aim of strengthening the links between Poole and Cherbourg.
08 March 2006
A business delegation comprising of Poole Harbour Commissioners (PHC), the Borough of Poole and Dorset Business visited Cherbourg and St Lo in France on Monday 6 March with the aim of strengthening the links between Poole and Cherbourg.
Color Line poised to enter cruise market
04 March 2006
Aker Yards is at work on designs for a large pure cruiseship for Norwegian cruise ropax specialist Color Line.
04 March 2006
Aker Yards is at work on designs for a large pure cruiseship for Norwegian cruise ropax specialist Color Line.
Irish Ferries landbridge services to continental Europe
04 March 2006
Irish Ferries operate landbridge services to France, Spain, Holland and Germany.
04 March 2006
Irish Ferries operate landbridge services to France, Spain, Holland and Germany.
CalMac confirms renewal of Alicat contract
04 March 2006
Ferry operator Caledonian MacBrayne has confirmed that the Red Funnel Group has been successful in tendering for the provision of peak time passenger only services on the Gourock to Dunoon service.
04 March 2006
Ferry operator Caledonian MacBrayne has confirmed that the Red Funnel Group has been successful in tendering for the provision of peak time passenger only services on the Gourock to Dunoon service.
SeaFrance happy to confound doubters
03 March 2006
Turbulence in the English Channel has not rocked Robin Wilkins' determination to see SeaFrance become a key player in the market.
03 March 2006
Turbulence in the English Channel has not rocked Robin Wilkins' determination to see SeaFrance become a key player in the market.
Irish Ferries Joins St. Patrick's Festival Parade
03 March 2006
Irish Ferries will be one of the leading corporate participants in this years St.
03 March 2006
Irish Ferries will be one of the leading corporate participants in this years St.
Color Line flushed with success
03 March 2006
Color Line Deutschland has reported a significant increase in the number of passengers on its Kiel-Oslo route, writes Bülent Erdogan in Cologne.
03 March 2006
Color Line Deutschland has reported a significant increase in the number of passengers on its Kiel-Oslo route, writes Bülent Erdogan in Cologne.
Cracking easter fares from Seafrance
02 March 2006
SeaFrance Dover Calais Ferries has just announced the introduction of its £35 Each Way 5 Day Easter Eggstravaganza fare.
02 March 2006
SeaFrance Dover Calais Ferries has just announced the introduction of its £35 Each Way 5 Day Easter Eggstravaganza fare.
Transmanche Ferries take delivery of new build Côte d'Albatre
01 March 2006
Transmanche Ferries took delivery of its first new-build yesterday for operation on the Dieppe Newhaven route.
01 March 2006
Transmanche Ferries took delivery of its first new-build yesterday for operation on the Dieppe Newhaven route.
SeaFrance declares non-smoking policy
01 March 2006
SeaFrance Dover-Calais Ferries has announced that as of 1 March, there will be a non smoking policy in operation across its fleet in all the internal passenger areas.
01 March 2006
SeaFrance Dover-Calais Ferries has announced that as of 1 March, there will be a non smoking policy in operation across its fleet in all the internal passenger areas.
Aponte, Grimaldi in takeover rumour
28 February 2006
Two Italian operators have forged an unprecedented alliance to avoid the consequences of overcapacity on the short-sea route between Civitavecchia and Palermo.
28 February 2006
Two Italian operators have forged an unprecedented alliance to avoid the consequences of overcapacity on the short-sea route between Civitavecchia and Palermo.
P&O takeover update
21 February 2006
Red Hook Container Terminal, Brooklyn, New York New York is one of the six ports covered by the deal US President George W Bush says he will veto any law blocking a deal giving an Arab company control of six US ports.
21 February 2006
Red Hook Container Terminal, Brooklyn, New York New York is one of the six ports covered by the deal US President George W Bush says he will veto any law blocking a deal giving an Arab company control of six US ports.
Irish Ferries launch britain spring sale campaign
20 February 2006
Irish Ferries have stepped up their campaign to win back business from air carriers with a Britain Spring Sale fares offer that begins with an EUR89 one way fare for car and driver inclusive of all taxes on their Rosslare to Pembroke route.
20 February 2006
Irish Ferries have stepped up their campaign to win back business from air carriers with a Britain Spring Sale fares offer that begins with an EUR89 one way fare for car and driver inclusive of all taxes on their Rosslare to Pembroke route.
Acciona Trasmediterranea to open Vigo - Portsmouth
20 February 2006
Spanish ship owner Acciona Trasmediterranea will open a regular goods and passenger ro-ro service between the Spanish port of Vigo and Britain's Portsmouth in April 2007.
20 February 2006
Spanish ship owner Acciona Trasmediterranea will open a regular goods and passenger ro-ro service between the Spanish port of Vigo and Britain's Portsmouth in April 2007.
Rumours - talk of P&O Ferries interest
20 February 2006
Strong market speculation circulating in London suggests that DP World, which is expected to complete its takeover of P&O Ferries on the 2nd March, has received a number of unsolicited approaches concerning the purchase of the P&O Ferries business.
20 February 2006
Strong market speculation circulating in London suggests that DP World, which is expected to complete its takeover of P&O Ferries on the 2nd March, has received a number of unsolicited approaches concerning the purchase of the P&O Ferries business.
Services disrupted by ferry shunt
20 February 2006
All SpeedFerries sailings from Dover to Boulogne have been suspended after the service's only vessel collided with a pier at the Kent port.
20 February 2006
All SpeedFerries sailings from Dover to Boulogne have been suspended after the service's only vessel collided with a pier at the Kent port.
P&O Ferries board retirement
17 February 2006
P&O announces that Russ Peters is to retire as Chief Executive Officer of P&O Ferries on 30 April.
17 February 2006
P&O announces that Russ Peters is to retire as Chief Executive Officer of P&O Ferries on 30 April.
P&O shareholders vote to accept DP World takeover
14 February 2006
P&O shareholders voted overwhelmingly in favour of DP World's $6.
14 February 2006
P&O shareholders voted overwhelmingly in favour of DP World's $6.
Attempts to re-establish Hoverspeed
10 February 2006
Hoverspeed, the Dover company that until last November operated fast ferries to Calais, is trying to re-establish itself since parent company Sea Containers pulled the plug.
10 February 2006
Hoverspeed, the Dover company that until last November operated fast ferries to Calais, is trying to re-establish itself since parent company Sea Containers pulled the plug.
Wightlink Spring Cleaning Ready For Summer Season
09 February 2006
In anticipation of a good summer season ahead, the market leading cross-Solent carrier WightLink is refurbishing its fleet of car ferries serving the Portsmouth-Fishbourne route, the busiest route to the Isle of Wight.
09 February 2006
In anticipation of a good summer season ahead, the market leading cross-Solent carrier WightLink is refurbishing its fleet of car ferries serving the Portsmouth-Fishbourne route, the busiest route to the Isle of Wight.
2005 results for the port of Calais
09 February 2006
Freight carryings through the Port of Calais overcame disruption in the early part of the year to recover from June and for the rest of 2005.
09 February 2006
Freight carryings through the Port of Calais overcame disruption in the early part of the year to recover from June and for the rest of 2005.
Trasmediterranea interested in new passenger terminal
09 February 2006
The Trasmediterranea ferry company is seeking the concession for the new passenger terminal due to be built in the port of Palma.
09 February 2006
The Trasmediterranea ferry company is seeking the concession for the new passenger terminal due to be built in the port of Palma.
N. Ireland sailors attract Irish Ferries support for 2012 Olympics
08 February 2006
Two young Northern Ireland sailors, Matt McMurtry and Simon Martin, both members of Ballyholme Yacht Club, are to receive support from leading Irish passenger ferry operator Irish Ferries in their bid to secure a place on Ireland 's team in the 49er class at the 2012 Olympics.
08 February 2006
Two young Northern Ireland sailors, Matt McMurtry and Simon Martin, both members of Ballyholme Yacht Club, are to receive support from leading Irish passenger ferry operator Irish Ferries in their bid to secure a place on Ireland 's team in the 49er class at the 2012 Olympics.
Stena Line plans increased capacity on Polish route
08 February 2006
Stena Line wants to increase capacity on its Karlskrona Gdynia ferry route by next summer.
08 February 2006
Stena Line wants to increase capacity on its Karlskrona Gdynia ferry route by next summer.
Corsica Ferries to bid for the new concession for Corsica
07 February 2006
Corsica Ferries is to bid for the government concession to run services linking the French mainland with Corsica.
07 February 2006
Corsica Ferries is to bid for the government concession to run services linking the French mainland with Corsica.
Reductions in check-in times for the Isle of Man Steam Packet
06 February 2006
Reductions in passenger and car check-in times announced by The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company will present sea travellers with an even faster travel option.
06 February 2006
Reductions in passenger and car check-in times announced by The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company will present sea travellers with an even faster travel option.
Robertson on board as Western plans ferry bids
03 February 2006
LORD Robertson has joined the board of one of the bidders for Caledonian MacBrayne's ferry routes but insisted yesterday his appointment was entirely coincidental to the tender process.
03 February 2006
LORD Robertson has joined the board of one of the bidders for Caledonian MacBrayne's ferry routes but insisted yesterday his appointment was entirely coincidental to the tender process.
Stena Line reports 8% growth in freight volumes
01 February 2006
Freight performance compensates for decline in passenger market
The World's leading ferry company Stena Line has revealed an 8% increase in its freight volumes for 2005 compared to the previous year.
01 February 2006
Freight performance compensates for decline in passenger market
The World's leading ferry company Stena Line has revealed an 8% increase in its freight volumes for 2005 compared to the previous year.
Ministers to review ferry policy
01 February 2006
The future of ferry links with the Continent is to be considered by Jersey's Council of Ministers.
01 February 2006
The future of ferry links with the Continent is to be considered by Jersey's Council of Ministers.
Fjord Line accuses Color Line of dumping
31 January 2006
Bergen-based passenger/car ferry operator Fjord Line maintains that Color Line is trying to drive them out of the market by illegal means, like distributing free tickets on the route from Bergen, via Stavanger to Denmark, according to the managing director of Fjord Line, Ove Solem.
31 January 2006
Bergen-based passenger/car ferry operator Fjord Line maintains that Color Line is trying to drive them out of the market by illegal means, like distributing free tickets on the route from Bergen, via Stavanger to Denmark, according to the managing director of Fjord Line, Ove Solem.
Irish Ferries new low spring fares to France
31 January 2006
Further benefits of Irish Ferries recently-announced policy of cutting fares on their UK and France routes are revealed in a number of new low Spring fares to France.
31 January 2006
Further benefits of Irish Ferries recently-announced policy of cutting fares on their UK and France routes are revealed in a number of new low Spring fares to France.
Award winning Stena Line on crest of a wave
31 January 2006
Ireland's leading ferry company Stena Line has picked up the Best Ferry Company Award at the prestigious Irish Travel Trade Awards in Dublin.
31 January 2006
Ireland's leading ferry company Stena Line has picked up the Best Ferry Company Award at the prestigious Irish Travel Trade Awards in Dublin.
Eurotunnel hits 10 million
27 January 2006
Transporting trucks is the heart of Eurotunnel's freight business.
27 January 2006
Transporting trucks is the heart of Eurotunnel's freight business.
Isle of Wight rock Festival makes ferry tills sing out
27 January 2006
WIith no Glastonbury Festival scheduled for 2006, WightLink reports early bookings for this year's Nokia IW Festival are booming.
27 January 2006
WIith no Glastonbury Festival scheduled for 2006, WightLink reports early bookings for this year's Nokia IW Festival are booming.
Viking and Tallink make offers to buy Silja Line
27 January 2006
Finnish passenger and cargo shipping operator Viking Line and Estonia's Tallink have offered to buy loss-making rival Silja Line.
27 January 2006
Finnish passenger and cargo shipping operator Viking Line and Estonia's Tallink have offered to buy loss-making rival Silja Line.
PSA offer for P&O recommended
26 January 2006
Recommended cash acquisition of The Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company (" P&O ") by PSA Venture (UK) Limited (the .
26 January 2006
Recommended cash acquisition of The Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company (" P&O ") by PSA Venture (UK) Limited (the .
Northlink Ferries future
26 January 2006
SHETLAND Islands Council is to hold a public meeting to discuss the future of the lifeline ferry service to the northern isles.
26 January 2006
SHETLAND Islands Council is to hold a public meeting to discuss the future of the lifeline ferry service to the northern isles.
Isle of Man Steam Packet Company flagship 10,000th journey
26 January 2006
The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company flagship Ben My Chree launched in 1998 will notch up a unique Company passenger vessel record in 2006 when it completes its 10,000th journey and 590,000 miles crossing from Heysham to the Isle of Man on its 02.
26 January 2006
The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company flagship Ben My Chree launched in 1998 will notch up a unique Company passenger vessel record in 2006 when it completes its 10,000th journey and 590,000 miles crossing from Heysham to the Isle of Man on its 02.
Color Line buys terminal preference
26 January 2006
Norway's biggest passenger/ferry operator Color Line buys preference to the ferry terminal in Kristiansand in South Norway to the tune of NOK 3.
26 January 2006
Norway's biggest passenger/ferry operator Color Line buys preference to the ferry terminal in Kristiansand in South Norway to the tune of NOK 3.
Viking joins Tallink in Silja bidding
26 January 2006
Viking Line, the Finnish ferry operator, has put in a `tentative' bid for Silja, the rival company put up for sale by Sea Containers.
26 January 2006
Viking Line, the Finnish ferry operator, has put in a `tentative' bid for Silja, the rival company put up for sale by Sea Containers.
Book early to catch a ferry good bargain with P&O Ferries
25 January 2006
Canny cross-Channel travellers can snap up peak summer fares to France with P&O Ferries for just £35 each way for a car and up to nine people.
25 January 2006
Canny cross-Channel travellers can snap up peak summer fares to France with P&O Ferries for just £35 each way for a car and up to nine people.
P&O Ferries has been voted the UK's top ferry company
25 January 2006
P&O Ferries has been voted the nation's top ferry company by Britain's travel agents - twice -in the prestigious annual Travel Weekly Globe Awards.
25 January 2006
P&O Ferries has been voted the nation's top ferry company by Britain's travel agents - twice -in the prestigious annual Travel Weekly Globe Awards.
Red Funnel announces positive end of year results for 2005
25 January 2006
Red Funnel, the Isle of Wight specialist, has announced a successful 2005 with extremely positive market share results.
25 January 2006
Red Funnel, the Isle of Wight specialist, has announced a successful 2005 with extremely positive market share results.
Falling Stena Line ferry fares good news for consumers
20 January 2006
Those planning to book ferry travel in the near future will be glad to hear the news that leading ferry company Stena Line has slashed its fares, the latest move in an Irish Sea price war.
20 January 2006
Those planning to book ferry travel in the near future will be glad to hear the news that leading ferry company Stena Line has slashed its fares, the latest move in an Irish Sea price war.
Almost 500 Irish Ferries workers accept redundancy terms
20 January 2006
ALMOST 500 seafarers from Irish Ferries have accepted the company's redundancy terms, leaving only 48 members of the 'old order' on its Irish Sea routes.
20 January 2006
ALMOST 500 seafarers from Irish Ferries have accepted the company's redundancy terms, leaving only 48 members of the 'old order' on its Irish Sea routes.
LOI Aker Yards - Brittany Ferries confirmed as an order
19 January 2006
The Letter of Intent (LOI) for a roro-passenger ferry signed on 23 December 2005 by Aker Yards and the French company Brittany Ferries was today confirmed as a firm contract worth approximately 110 million euro.
19 January 2006
The Letter of Intent (LOI) for a roro-passenger ferry signed on 23 December 2005 by Aker Yards and the French company Brittany Ferries was today confirmed as a firm contract worth approximately 110 million euro.
Trasmediterranea Ferries eyes Vigo to Bristol ferry link
18 January 2006
A representative from Spanish ferry operator Trasmediterranea flies to the UK next week to finalise plans for a new passenger/freight service between Vigo and Bristol.
18 January 2006
A representative from Spanish ferry operator Trasmediterranea flies to the UK next week to finalise plans for a new passenger/freight service between Vigo and Bristol.
Dover port traffic hit new heights
17 January 2006
Over two million lorries passed through the Port of Dover in 2005 whilst the number of tourist cars increased by two per cent compared to 2004.
17 January 2006
Over two million lorries passed through the Port of Dover in 2005 whilst the number of tourist cars increased by two per cent compared to 2004.
Channel Islands might help Emeraude ferry company
17 January 2006
States' help could be given to Emeraude so it can restart its ferry services between Jersey and St Malo.
17 January 2006
States' help could be given to Emeraude so it can restart its ferry services between Jersey and St Malo.
EuroTunnel: 2005 Traffic and revenue figures
16 January 2006
EuroTunnel manages the infrastructure of the Channel Tunnel and operates accompanied truck shuttle and passenger shuttle (car and coach) services between Folkestone, UK and Calais, France.
16 January 2006
EuroTunnel manages the infrastructure of the Channel Tunnel and operates accompanied truck shuttle and passenger shuttle (car and coach) services between Folkestone, UK and Calais, France.
Eurostar gains as business travellers switch from airlines
16 January 2006
Eurostar has claimed a record year in 2005 with sales up 7% to £464 million and 2.
16 January 2006
Eurostar has claimed a record year in 2005 with sales up 7% to £464 million and 2.
SeaFrance Dover-Calais Ferries celebrated its 10th anniversary
13 January 2006
SeaFrance Dover-Calais Ferries celebrated its 10th anniversary last week by breaking its own record.
13 January 2006
SeaFrance Dover-Calais Ferries celebrated its 10th anniversary last week by breaking its own record.
Irish Ferries promotes EUR59 One way fare to Britain
13 January 2006
Life has returned to normal at Irish Ferries with the news that the company is holding a fare sale to launch their 2006 programme to Britain .
13 January 2006
Life has returned to normal at Irish Ferries with the news that the company is holding a fare sale to launch their 2006 programme to Britain .
DFDS sells Ro-Pax ship
13 January 2006
As of today's date, the DFDS - owned company Lisco Baltic Service has sold the Ro-Pax vessel PALANGA to the New Zealand shipping company Monto Stello Limited.
13 January 2006
As of today's date, the DFDS - owned company Lisco Baltic Service has sold the Ro-Pax vessel PALANGA to the New Zealand shipping company Monto Stello Limited.
Hoverspeed Ferry Talks
12 January 2006
"Hoverspeed has been revealed as one of the three firms currently in talks with Dover Harbour Board about running fast ferry services out of the disused International Hoverport.
12 January 2006
"Hoverspeed has been revealed as one of the three firms currently in talks with Dover Harbour Board about running fast ferry services out of the disused International Hoverport.
The world wide web is proving a success for IOM Steam Packet
12 January 2006
The world wide web is proving a success for the world's oldest continuously operating passenger shipping company.
12 January 2006
The world wide web is proving a success for the world's oldest continuously operating passenger shipping company.
Balearia inaugurates its new daily Barcelona-Palma route
12 January 2006
Balearia inaugurates its new daily Barcelona-Palma route in January
Balearia will start operating the Barcelona-Palma route in the first half of January.
12 January 2006
Balearia inaugurates its new daily Barcelona-Palma route in January
Balearia will start operating the Barcelona-Palma route in the first half of January.
Brave Merchant new career with Iscomar Ferrys
12 January 2006
ISCOMAR incorporates to its fleet the superferry Blanca del Mar, a recently built ship, to cover the Barcelona-Palma de Mallorca line.
12 January 2006
ISCOMAR incorporates to its fleet the superferry Blanca del Mar, a recently built ship, to cover the Barcelona-Palma de Mallorca line.
P&O receives further takeover bid
11 January 2006
Ports and ferries group P&O has received a £3,5bn takeover approach from Singaporean state-owned operator PSA International.
11 January 2006
Ports and ferries group P&O has received a £3,5bn takeover approach from Singaporean state-owned operator PSA International.
Trasmediterranea between Vigo and Bristol from 1st April 2006
10 January 2006
According to information published in Atlantico Diario, Trasmediterranea will begin operating a passanger and cargo ferry service between Vigo and Bristol as from 1st April next.
10 January 2006
According to information published in Atlantico Diario, Trasmediterranea will begin operating a passanger and cargo ferry service between Vigo and Bristol as from 1st April next.
Record numbers of trucks transported on Scandlines routes
09 January 2006
Record numbers of trucks transported on Scandlines routes in 2005
Considerable growth particularly on the lines to and from Scandinavia due to greatly increased traffic from the new EU Member States
"The Scandlines shipping line achieved substantial growth in the transport of trucks in 2005.
09 January 2006
Record numbers of trucks transported on Scandlines routes in 2005
Considerable growth particularly on the lines to and from Scandinavia due to greatly increased traffic from the new EU Member States
"The Scandlines shipping line achieved substantial growth in the transport of trucks in 2005.
LD Lines relents over union demands on Norman Spirit flag
09 January 2006
LD Lines, operator of the new Le Havre-Portsmouth ferry service, has given into French seafarer union demands that the ship on the line should be switched from Italian to British or French flag.
09 January 2006
LD Lines, operator of the new Le Havre-Portsmouth ferry service, has given into French seafarer union demands that the ship on the line should be switched from Italian to British or French flag.
Scandlines for sale at $950M
07 January 2006
GERMAN-Danish ferry operator Scandlines has been put up for sale, with an anticipated sale price of about euro800M ($950M).
07 January 2006
GERMAN-Danish ferry operator Scandlines has been put up for sale, with an anticipated sale price of about euro800M ($950M).
Fresh Air with P&O Irish Sea
05 January 2006
P&O Ferries Irish Sea who operate ferry services between Scotland and Northern Ireland and Liverpool - Dublin will go non smoking on all their vessels from 9th January 2006.
05 January 2006
P&O Ferries Irish Sea who operate ferry services between Scotland and Northern Ireland and Liverpool - Dublin will go non smoking on all their vessels from 9th January 2006.
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