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

A fire broke out aboard Smyril Line’s new cargo vessel Skipanes on the afternoon of 2 September while the ship was operating in Asian waters. The incident occurred in the engine room but was brought under control and extinguished within a short time. All 23 crew members on board are safe, and no injuries have been reported. At the time of the incident, Skipanes was approximately 20 nautical miles off the coast of Taiwan. The vessel will now proceed to a shipyard in China for

The Faroese International Ship Register (FAS) has welcomed another modern addition to its fleet, as the newly built cargo vessel Skipanes, owned by Smyril Line, was officially registered today. The registration marks another positive development for the Faroese maritime industry and reinforces the continued renewal of the Faroese-controlled fleet. Modern vessels play an important role in maintaining the competitiveness and attractiveness of FAS, while also contributing to a l

The Faroe Islands continue to strengthen their role as a vital North Atlantic transport hub as Smyril Line officially takes delivery of its newest Ro-Ro freight vessel, Skipanes, from the CIMC Raffles shipyard in Yantai, China. The addition of Skipanes marks a significant milestone for the Faroese shipping company and reinforces freight connections between mainland Europe, the Faroe Islands and Iceland. "We are very pleased to have taken delivery of Skipanes, which will stren

Smyril Line is currently building two modern and environmentally friendly cargo vessels. Both ships were originally scheduled for delivery this year, but things have not gone entirely according to plan. During a recent sea trial of one of the vessels, a serious incident occurred: the shaft generator broke down. According to Jens Meinhard Rasmussen, CEO of Smyril Line, it may be necessary to redo a significant portion of the work. As a result, he expects the vessel to be delay

Dávid er nú útlærdur maskinsmiður hjá Univice, sum styrkir um fakliga grundarlagið hjá fyritøkuni og setur fokus á eina vinnu í greiðum vøkstri. Univice er í støðugari menning og arbeiðir í dag við bæði føroyskum og altjóða uppgávum, millum annað innan maritima vinnu og tøkniligar loysnir í Norðuratlantsøkinum og Norðurevropa. Hetta gevur starvsfólkunum møguleika at arbeiða í einum altjóða og fjølbroyttum umhvørvi. Samstundis er maskinsmiðfakið í Føroyum í framgongd. Seinastu

Smyril Line’s fleet renewal is progressing, with the first of two new vessels now entering sea trials in the Bohai Sea—an important milestone ahead of delivery. The project reflects the company’s investment in modern tonnage and improved onboard experience. Maritime Montering has contributed by developing comfortable living spaces for crew and passengers, helping prepare the vessel for service. With two ships under construction, Smyril Line is strengthening its future operati

Smyril Line has announced a profit of 147 million kroner after tax for the past financial year, marking a significant improvement from the previous year and ranking among the strongest results the company has delivered. In a press statement, the company’s management described the outcome as “satisfactory,” highlighting that the shipping operator managed to achieve solid earnings despite facing rising cost pressures, regulatory changes, and new industry-specific fees during t

Smyril Line has reached an important milestone in its fleet expansion program with the successful launch of the first of two newbuildings at the CIMC Raffles shipyard. The launch marks a significant step forward in strengthening maritime connectivity and transportation capabilities across the North Atlantic. The new vessel represents Smyril Line’s continued commitment to supporting communities, commerce, and critical supply chains in the region. By investing in modern and eff

Á hugnaligari samkomu á Vinnuháskúlanum í gjár, mikudagin, 14. januar , fingu 27 lesandi prógv handað, 15 av hesum vóru maskinmeistarar Maskinmeistarar : Adrian Salberg Mouritsen, Andrias Lind Jacobsen, Bjartur Hansen, Brynjar Petersen, Jákup Danielsen, Jógvan Absalon Matras Absalonsen, Jón Ljósstein Müller, Jósef Sivertsen, Kristoffur Vidtfeldt, Olgar Eysturdal Justesen, Nicklas Olivur Dam, Pætur Heinason, Sámal Pauli Bernharsson Petersen og Ægir Tóruson við Úlvsá Adrian Sal

Danish architecture firm Henning Larsen has revealed the design for Smyril Line’s groundbreaking new headquarters and ferry terminal at the historic Eastern Harbour in Tórshavn. This landmark development is set to revive the public waterfront and celebrate the maritime heritage of the Faroe Islands. A Multi‑Functional Maritime Hub Spanning approximately 8,000 m² , the complex will integrate three key functions: A state-of-the-art ferry terminal , complete with passenger gan

This achievement demonstrates Smyril Line´s commitment to delivering reliable quality, operating responsibly, while prioritising health...

Ein stórur dagur var hjá Smyril Line, tá fyritøkan saman við samstarvsfeløgum á CIMC Raffles skipasmiðjuni í Kina hátíðarhildu, at...

-Nú hetta skipið er selt, eru dagarnir eitt slag av ervi - men við vón; tí vit síggja fram til eitt spildurnýtt skip. Tí eru vit eisini...

Farmaskipið hjá Smyril Line framdi eitt satt bragd, tá ið oljutangarnir hjá KRAFTA blivu fraktaðir úr Hirtsals til Strendur....