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

Logos Hope er í løtuni á ferð kring Bretland og nærkast spakuliga Føroyum, har skipið skal vitja seinni í summar. Samstundis eru fleiri føroyingar partur av manningini umborð. Í løtuni liggur Logos Hope í Edinburgh, har nýtt manningarskifti júst hevur verið. Tann 13. juli mynstraðu Katrin og Jón Helmsdal umborð saman við børnunum Fríðriki, Inga og Oliviu. Familjan verður við skipinum fram til 6. august, tá tey fara í land í Aberdeen. Longu frammanundan eru fleiri føroyingar u

Fuglafjørður Port has published its updated guide, "Vessel, Cargo and Rental Charges," providing a comprehensive overview of all fees and charges applicable within the port area. The document includes the port's legal framework, followed by detailed information on vessel charges, cargo handling fees, rental rates, and related services. For further information or clarification, stakeholders and port users are encouraged to contact the Port Office directly by telephone at +298

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

Mynd: Effo Effo has announced plans to construct the Faroe Islands’ largest energy storage facility in Søldarfjørður, marking a major investment in the country’s energy infrastructure. The project is expected to significantly increase storage capacity, strengthen Effo’s competitiveness, and improve the overall reliability of energy supply for the Faroese population. Earlier today, Effo signed agreements with local companies Articon and Mest to carry out the construction. The

MEST attracted significant attention at the Atlantic Fair conference, where CEO Mouritz Mohr delivered a comprehensive presentation highlighting the company’s latest projects and strategic developments. During the session, Mohr provided insights into several key initiatives, including the new dry dock in Skála, the construction of the freezing trawler Dunga Jákup, the development of a large catamaran workboat for MOWI, and the rebuild of the pelagic trawler Norðborg. The pres

Oil company EFFO will relocate and centralise its national operations at the newly developed harbor area in Søldarfjørður, marking a major upgrade for the Faroe Islands’ fuel and maritime infrastructure. The move comes as Runavík Municipality completes the new port this summer, after which EFFO will begin constructing a modern energy terminal that will serve as the company’s main operational hub. The new fuel depot is expected to be completed by late 2027, significantly expan

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

The Port of Vágur had a busy start to the week, combining ongoing commercial operations with an unexpected visit from the historic sail ship Lola of Skagen . Built in 1919, the Danish vessel made its first-ever call to Vágur while sailing from Stornoway to Iceland. The nine-person crew was warmly welcomed and spent time exploring the local area, praising both the scenery and visitor facilities. Meanwhile, commercial activity continued as the cargo vessel Silver Copenhagen lo

With Driving Home for Christmas playing on the radio, the view across the harbour feels especially fitting — not just for cars on the road, but for ships making their way home at sea. As Christmas draws near, vessels and their crews are beginning their journeys home for the holiday season. At the Port of Vágur, several familiar vessels have recently returned, bringing a seasonal sense of homecoming to the harbour. The Tuneq trawler from Royal Greenland is currently alongside

Port of Vágur is pleased to introduce Edith Maria Samuelsen , who recently joined as a developer. In her role, she will coordinate local...

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