Navigare's second newbuild vessel, MV Hav Fles, has entered the final stage before delivery and is now ready for sea trials. The vessel is scheduled for delivery next week and marks another important step in the company's ongoing fleet expansion programme. Once sea trials are successfully completed, MV Hav Fles will join the Navigare fleet as its newest addition. The milestone underscores Navigare's continued investment in modern and efficient shipping capacity. (Photos Navi

Annfinn Hjelm, Chief Commercial Officer, Environmental Port Index Annfinn Hjelm, CCO of the Environmental Port Index (EPI), participated in the GreenPort Conference in Portsmouth, where an important development for cleaner shipping was announced. From 1 January 2027, the Environmental Port Index (EPI) and the International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH)'s Environmental Ship Index (ESI) will operate as complementary programmes under the IAPH umbrella, with OceanScore

Four Faroese companies were among the exhibitors at PolarExpo 2026 in Ilulissat, Greenland, highlighting the Faroe Islands' continued commitment to developing commercial partnerships across the North Atlantic and strengthening cooperation within the fisheries and maritime sectors. The exhibition, held from 6-8 October in Ilulissat, brought together more than 50 exhibitors and industry stakeholders from Greenland, the Faroe Islands, Iceland, and Denmark. As Greenland's largest

Vágur has for many years been an important part of the Faroese maritime industry. With an active business community, strong maritime expertise and a well-equipped harbour, the town is well positioned to provide services to ships, shipping companies, the fishing industry, aquaculture and other maritime businesses. The new regular freight route between Vágur and Scrabster in Scotland further strengthens Vágur’s position as a maritime hub. With a regular connection to Scotland,

Atlantic Petroleum has submitted an application for an exploration and production licence in the Faroe Islands under the Faroese Open Door Licensing Regime, marking the first significant move towards renewed hydrocarbon exploration in Faroese waters in several years. According to the company, the application was submitted on 30 September through an associated company currently being established. Atlantic Petroleum will hold a 40% carried equity interest in the licence applica

Cooke Aquaculture has taken delivery of its new work catamaran, Cooke Challenger, built and equipped by KJ to support a wide range of aquaculture operations. The 18-metre vessel is powered by two 750 hp FPT C16 engines and features bow and stern thrusters, providing excellent manoeuvrability for precision work around fish farming facilities. Designed for demanding day-to-day operations, Cooke Challenger is equipped with two Palfinger cranes, three deck capstans, a 20-tonne wi

The Faroese Government has proposed allocating DKK 4 million in the 2027 Finance Bill to begin planning and designing a new patrol and rescue vessel that will replace the 50-year-old Tjaldrið, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Fisheries. The objective is to provide the Faroe Islands with a modern maritime preparedness and fisheries inspection capability that can meet the responsibilities and obligations the country has at sea, both nationally and internationall

The Chairship of the Arctic Council will host an international conference on maritime safety in mid-October under the title Cold Seas, Critical Gaps. The conference will take place at Hotel Føroyar in Tórshavn and will focus on preventing and preparing for maritime emergencies involving passenger vessels operating in Arctic and North Atlantic waters. AI generated The Kingdom of Denmark, together with the Faroe Islands and Greenland, currently holds the Arctic Council Chairshi

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Samskip has launched a new regular freight service between the Faroe Islands and Scotland. The service will sail twice a week from Runavík, calling at Vágur before continuing to Scrabster. The first vessel to call at Vágur will be Silver Pearl, arriving around midnight. The new route is an important development for Vágur Port and businesses in Suðuroy. A regular freight connection will provide Faroese companies with faster and more direct access to the UK market and onward co

Smyril Line has been named Company of the Year 2026, receiving the award at Business Day in the Nordic House. The award recognizes the company's strong financial performance, significant investments, and long-term commitment to renewal and growth. Over recent years, Smyril Line has carried out a broad transformation of its business. Investments have included major upgrades to Norröna, the acquisition of two new 190-metre, more energy-efficient cargo vessels, expansion of its

The Faroese Government has reaffirmed its support for the exploration and potential development of oil, gas, and other natural resources in Faroese waters during a major energy conference in Aberdeen, Scotland. Jacob Vestergaard, the Faroe Islands' Minister of Trade and Industry, attended the two-day gathering, which brought together senior representatives from across the Scottish energy sector, including oil and gas operators, service companies, and industry organisations. T

P/F Varðin announced today that Bogi Jacobsen and the company's board of directors have mutually agreed that he will step down as CEO of the company. Jacobsen has served as CEO of P/F Varðin since 2020, overseeing one of the Faroe Islands' leading fishing companies during a period of continued development and growth. The board expressed its gratitude for his significant contribution and dedicated service to the company over the past six years. Pending the appointment of a new

MEST will be represented at the upcoming IceFish – Icelandic Fisheries & Aquaculture Exhibition and Conference, where CEO Mouritz Mohr will deliver a presentation in the event's KnowledgeBox. Taking place on Tuesday from 13:10 to 13:40, the session will focus on MEST's newbuilding activities and the company's role in delivering advanced vessel solutions to the fisheries and aquaculture industries. As demand for modern, efficient, and sustainable vessels continues to grow, MES

Effo has acquired Hirtshals Marineolie and Hirtshals Fiskernes Handelsselskab, strengthening its position in Denmark and expanding its fuel storage capacity, supply capabilities, and service offering. The acquisition took effect on 15 September 2026. The transaction has been completed through Carl Jensens Marinelager, which Effo owns together with local business partners in Hirtshals. As part of the acquisition, Carl Jensens Marinelager will be renamed Effo Danmark, and all o