the News Team, Author at Bill Moses Maritime Consultants

Could ferry start-ups bring stimulation, innovation and competition?

November 4, 2016 by the News Team

Many would agree that with notable exceptions the ferry sector has some catching up to do in order to replace some of its ageing, outmoded tonnage. In this instance outmoded may mean uneconomic in terms of running or maintenance cost but we must also recognise the change of emphasis with many … [Read more...]

Irish Ferries is voted best ferry operator for coach & group travel

October 20, 2016 by the News Team

Irish Ferries has been voted Best Ferry Operator by readers of Group Leisure Magazine. Marie McCarthy, Coach and Groups Manager for Irish Ferries, was delighted to receive the award last night at the annual awards ceremony, held in Birmingham. The ferry company has a dedicated Coach & … [Read more...]

P&O Gothenburg to Zeebrugge doubles freight volumes

October 17, 2016 by the News Team

P&O Ferries today reports that the number of freight units shipped between Gothenburg and Britain via its new link to the Scandinavian port has almost doubled compared with 2015. The ferry and logistics company launched an innovative partnership with Swedish Orient Line … [Read more...]

MBNA Thames Clippers confirms largest UK fast-ferry order in 25 years

October 17, 2016 by the News Team

The largest fast passenger ferry order for a UK shipyard in over 25 years has been confirmed by MBNA Thames Clippers. Two 170 capacity passenger boats will be built at the Wight Shipyard on the Isle of Wight and will join London's growing river transport network in summer 2017. Representing an … [Read more...]

DFDS’ Dover freight sets million record

October 14, 2016 by the News Team

Freight volumes for the DFDS Dover-Dunkirk and Dover-Calais routes have been roaring ahead this year and the operator has just smashed its predictions on setting a record million units. Freight sales director Wayne Bullen said: “We knew we were on course, but the special moment came earlier than … [Read more...]

Damen presents the next generation of Expedition Cruising

October 13, 2016 by the News Team

Damen Shipyards Group unveiled today its recently finished Expedition Cruise Vessel design. The result of a partnership unique in the industry, the vessel benefits from unparalleled collective experience. With Damen taking the lead, the design also draws on the skills and expertise of two additional … [Read more...]