DFDS has entered into an agreement with Attica Group to sell a freight ferry (ro-ro), Anglia Seaways, built in 2000 with a freight capacity of 1,680 lane metres. Delivery of the ferry is expected latest 5 July 2019. The selling price of the ferry is DKK 90m. The sale is expected to entail a … [Read more...]
Niels Smedegaard resigns from DFDS
Niels Smedegaard has been CEO of DFDS since 1 January 2O07. He says: "My time at DFDS has been a fantastic journey, and I am proud of the progress that has been made for the company and its employees, customers and shareholders since I joined. It has been a difficult decision to say goodbye but … [Read more...]
DFDS orders another new freight ferry
DFDS has today ordered an additional freight ferry (ro-ro) new build from the Chinese Jinling Shipyard. The new build is similar to the five previously ordered freight ferries and likewise designed to carry 6,700 lane metres of freight equivalent to around 450 trailers. The large capacity … [Read more...]
DFDS orders two more RoRo vessels
To enable our freight customers to grow their business and to support trade and growth in Europe, DFDS has ordered two additional freight ship (RoRo) new buildings for delivery in early 2020. "The ships form part of our new building programme that underpins our ability to deliver the transport … [Read more...]
DFDS to submit plan for each ship’s detailed data reporting
Try to imagine every ship in DFDS’ fleet having to produce a detailed report about the type and amount of oil used after every single voyage. This report also has to include the type and volume of cargo, the numbers of passengers transported, time spent at sea, distance sailed, and even the oil used … [Read more...]
DFDS makes employees shareholders
In recognition of the contribution made by DFDS’ employees in recent years to the company’s growth and to celebrate the company’s 150 year anniversary, the Board of Directors has awarded 30 shares to each employee. The total number of employees eligible for the award of shares exceeds 7,000 and … [Read more...]
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