As earlier predicted, DFDS and the Government of Jersey have now signed a contract for the Channel Island ferry services, the Danish company has confirmed.
Over the next 20 years, DFDS will provide freight and passenger services connecting Jersey to the UK and France, beginning 28th March, 2025.
This new service will include routes from Jersey to the UK ports of Poole and Portsmouth, and Saint-Malo in France.
DFDS agreed to increase the frequency of ferries to address high demand in peak periods, introduce high-speed ferries to the UK and invest in three new vessels by 2032.
“We are excited to embark on this journey with Jersey and the local community. The life-line ferry service is a vital link for the island, and we are fully committed to delivering reliability and an enhanced travel and transport experience for islanders, businesses and visitors.
“We look forward to building a strong partnership with Jersey and serving the community,” said Torben Carlsen, DFDS CEO.
DFDS’ Jersey fleet will comprise of one ropax, two high-speed craft, and a dedicated freight vessel to meet the diverse needs of the island, and support tourism and the hospitality sector in Jersey, as well as in France and the UK with frequent sailings.
“Tourism and hospitality are important parts of the local economy. We will support connectivity with short travel time and meet demand with the right frequency of ferries, and providing freight capacity, enabling islanders to travel off-island and attracting more visitors to Jersey, and thereby support tourism in the region,” claimed Filip Hermann, DFDS’ Vice President BU Channel & Baltics.
