Port of Hvalvík has joined Cruise Faroe Islands as its newest port member, expanding the network of destinations available to cruise visitors across the Faroe Islands. Situated on Streymoy, Hvalvík provides convenient access to some of the islands’ most popular attractions, including Tjørnuvík, Saksun, and Gjógv. The port serves as an ideal gateway for visitors seeking to experience the Faroe Islands’ dramatic landscapes, picturesque villages, and unique cultural heritage. Th

Port of Vágur has reached a new milestone in its growing cruise industry. On 30 July, Phoenix Reisen's MS Deutschland became the largest cruise ship ever to visit Vágur, measuring 175 metres and surpassing last year's record-holder, Seabourn Venture. The call is another sign of the steady growth of cruise tourism in Suðuroy. This year, Vágur is set to welcome nine cruise calls, including five maiden visits, with both ship and passenger numbers expected to exceed previous year

Expedition cruise operator Adventure Canada made its first call to Vágur this summer, bringing visitors ashore to experience the town and its surroundings. The visit highlighted the wide range of activities involved in hosting cruise passengers, with local teams from the Port of Vágur and Vágur Municipality working together to ensure a successful arrival. Cruise Coordinator and Developer Edith Maria Samuelsen shared snapshots from the day, illustrating the diverse responsibil

On a calm and quiet morning, the Port of Vágur presented an impressive and lively scene, with a growing number of vessels calling at the harbor. Two sailboats, two larger sailing ships, and a supply vessel were moored alongside, their masts rising high and creating a striking maritime backdrop across the port. The combination of traditional and modern vessels highlighted both the diversity and the increasing activity now taking place in Vágur. Photo: Port of Vágur Photo: Port

Mynd: Port of Vágur The Port of Vágur has proudly marked the beginning of its 2026 cruise season with the arrival of two distinguished expedition vessels, each making their first-ever call to the picturesque Faroese port. The season commenced with the arrival of Greg Mortimer, which entered Vágur for the very first time, bringing with it both excitement and energy to the community. The vessel carried 73 guests and 90 crew members, creating a vibrant atmosphere in the town thr

Three German naval vessels are currently visiting Tórshavn, where they are docked for a scheduled stopover. The ships—FGS Erfurt and FGS Braunschweig, both around 90 metres in length, and the larger FGS Brandenburg at approximately 139 metres—arrived between May 16 and May 18. During their stay, the ships are making use of standard harbour services, including bunkering and provisioning. The visit also allows crew members time ashore to rest. The two smaller vessels are schedu

Last weekend, a German submarine paid a visit to Oyrareingir in the Faroe Islands. During the call, Tor Shipping acted as the local port agent, facilitating the vessel’s stay and coordinating the necessary operations. The visit was carried out in an orderly and well-coordinated manner. The call involved collaboration between several parties, highlighting the importance of effective planning and cooperation in maritime operations. Trýst á knøttin til høgru og melda teg til okk

Aftur í ár fær Vágur vitjan av fleiri ferðafólkaskipum, og í summar eru átta skip á skránni. Í samband við hvørja vitjan fer Vágs kommuna at senda út tíðindaskriv við nærri kunning um skipið, komu- og fráferðartíðir, væntaða talið av ferðafólkum, møguligar útferðir og annað viðkomandi. Endamálið við hesum tíðindaskrivum er at geva vinnulívinum og borgarum í Vági betri møguleika at fyrireika seg til vitjanirnar og fáa sum mest burturúr teimum. Fyrsta tíðindaskrivið er longu se

Port of Vágur has today broken ground on the installation of a new 80‑tonne bollard, marking a further investment in the port’s infrastructure. The new bollard is designed to support the growing number of cruise ship calls and will enhance the port’s capacity to safely accommodate larger vessels in the years ahead. The project represents another small but significant step in the continued development of Port of Vágur as an attractive and capable cruise destination, strengthen

Leygardagin skipaði Tórshavnar bátafelag fyri Mjáflaggahúning. Hetta er tíðin, tá nýggja siglingarárið byrjar, og tá bátafestivalar og bátahugni seta dám á vikuskiftini. Tiltakið byrjaði við, at bátarnir savnaðust við Molan, og síðani varð siglt inn í Vágsbotn, har skipað varð fyri lítlum hátíðarhaldi. Heðin Mortensen helt røðu vegna Tórshavnar býráð og segði millum annað, at “tað sosiala, sum fylgir við at hava bát og at vera saman í felag, skapar sín egna og serliga hugna.

Árligi vinnudagurin hjá Vágs Kommunu verður ónsdagin 13. mai. Vinnudagurin er ætlaður vinnurekandi í Vági og áhugaðum samstarvsfeløgum hjá fyritøkum í Vági og kommununi. Vinnudagurin verður hildin á Garðslon, har byrjað verður klokkan 12.00 við ábiti, og klokkan 13.00 bjóðar forkvinnan í Vinnu- og havnanevndini vælkomin. Aftaná verða tríggjar áhugaverdar og viðkomandi framløgur: Stjórarnir Jaspur og Reimund Langgaard frá Kodio greiða frá um strategiina hjá fyritøkuni at vaksa

The Port of Vágur participated in the annual local job fair in collaboration with Vágs Municipality, engaging directly with students interested in maritime careers and community development. Marin H. Gaardlykke, Chairwoman of the Port of Vágur, delivered the keynote address, speaking about her responsibilities as a local politician and the importance of youth involvement in shaping the future of the island. She then officially opened the fair. “Young people are essential to V

In a maritime environment defined by regulatory complexity, operational efficiency, and increasing compliance expectations, flag selection remains a strategic decision for shipowners. In recent years, the Faroe Islands registry has gained steady attention among operators seeking a transparent, well-regulated, and operationally reliable flag administration. While each fleet has unique requirements, several consistent factors explain why more vessels are transitioning to the Fa

Environmental Port Index (EPI) has appointed Annfinn Hjelm as its new Chief Commercial Officer, marking a key step in strengthening the organisation’s global commercial strategy. Hjelm, based in the Faroe Islands, is widely recognised for his expertise in maritime sustainability. His recent presentation at the Association of Pacific Ports Winter Conference highlighted how ports can use EPI’s data‑driven framework to track and reduce emissions—an area where he has become an in

A Faroese maritime specialist, Annfinn Hjelm —now widely regarded as one of the leading international voices in port‑development strategies related to emissions—took centre stage at the APP Winter Conference in Hawaii, where he presented groundbreaking work on how ports can use data‑driven tools to track and reduce emissions from cruise ships. At the conference, Hjelm introduced participants to the capabilities of EPI, an advanced digital framework designed to help ports meas