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    Stena Embla Successfully Completes Sea Trials

    New ferry on schedule and set to arrive in Belfast at the end of 2020 Ferry company Stena Line has announced that Stena Embla, the last of its three new ferries destined for the Irish Sea, has successfully completed its sea trials in China’s Yellow Sea.Stena Embla is the latest new Stena Line next generation RoPax vessel that is being constructed at the CMI Jingling Weihai Shipyard in China, marking the end of significant recent investment on the Irish Sea by the Swedish owned ferry company. The global pandemic did not delay the build of the vessel, which is being delivered to the agreed

    Stena Line adds freight capacity to Belfast-Liverpool-Heysham routes

    Following the dramatic COVID related drop in freight volumes, Stena Line was forced to remove one freight ship from its Belfast hub which resulted in reduced capacity and frequency.  Stena Line has today announced that it will charter a RoRo vessel to help boost freight capacity on its Belfast to Liverpool and Belfast to Heysham routes.During the summer months, Stena Line has seen an increase in freight demand and anticipates that extra capacity is required for the traditionally busy Autumn period as well as the expected increase in pre-Brexit trade activity. Paul Grant, Stena Line Trade

    New pan-European travel survey shows that 78% of people are keen to travel this year despite the COVID-19 pandemic

    Ferry company Stena Line have recently gauged the temperature of its customers travel preferences in wake of COVID-19. It received 84,000 responses from 11 countries.Ferry company Stena Line has undertaken a huge survey* of its customers to gauge attitudes towards this year’s potential travel destinations and preferred modes of travel. 84,309 responses were received from 11 countries across Northern Europe. Positive sentiment towards car and ferry travel in Europe and neighbouring countries is apparent after COVID-19. It is no surprise that the ability to breath fresh sea air, freedom to

    Stena Line announces new measures to ensure safe ferry travel

    With the potential easing of lockdown restrictions and the re-emergence of non-essential travel, the Swedish ferry company Stena Line has announced a set of safety measures aimed at ensuring ferry travel is the safest form of public transport. Social distancing, fog machines, fresh sea air inside the ships and the recommended wearing of face coverings, are all seen as key to reassuring customers about the future of ferry travel as countries reopen their borders in the coming weeks. Stena Line’s ferries have played a vital role during the pandemic keeping supplies of food, medicines and

    Stena Line reduces CO2 ten years ahead of emissions’ targets

    The company's first electric ferry - Stena Eletkra - planned for 2030Ferry shipping company Stena Line continues to reduce CO2 emissions and is now ten years ahead of the international shipping targets for reducing emissions. In the newly published sustainability overview “A Sustainable Journey” Stena Line reports a reduction of both total CO2 emissions and per transported ton onboard the ferries. New, larger and more energy efficient vessels, AI assisted captains and an increased punctuality are some important measures. Despite a tough situation for the ferry industry due to COVID-19

    Stena Line to furlough 600 employees and make 150 redundant in UK and the Republic of Ireland due to COVID-19

    Ferry company to ensure those furloughed maintain 80% of salaries Swedish owned ferry company Stena Line has announced that it plans to furlough 600 employees with 150 redundancies across the UK and the Republic of Ireland. This urgent measure is an unavoidable response due to the on-going global COVID-19 crisis, that has had a hugely damaging effect on travel and transport across Europe. Since the crisis emerged Stena Line has experienced a large decline in travel bookings and freight volumes. It is estimated that passenger figures will not recover until well into 2021. As a result

    Stena Line fights to help ensure vital UK & Irish supply lines stay open

    As the impact of the Coronavirus tightens its grip on everyday life across Europe, ferry company Stena Line has moved to reassure freight and travel customers that it is taking every precaution possible to help ensure the safety of customers and employees, whilst maintaining the supply lines for vital medical goods and food supplies. In the last few weeks Stena Line’s European business has been impacted significantly by COVID-19, but despite crippling trading circumstances, the biggest ferry company in Europe remains resolute in its determination to keep services going in strict

    Set sail with Stena Line for €7

    · Foot passenger flash sale available on all Irish Sea routes · Includes sailings on amazing new ships Stena Estrid and Stena Edda Stena Line invites you to strike it lucky and snap up the new Super Saver travel fare from only €7 single for foot passengers on all routes across the Irish Sea. Europe’s leading ferry company Stena Line has launched this Super Saver offer to celebrate the arrival of the new ships Stena Estrid sailing on the Dublin - Holyhead route since January and Stena Edda which will be sailing on the Liverpool - Belfast route early March. This amazing offer is

    Set sail with Stena Line from £7

    · Foot passenger flash sale available on all Irish Sea routes · Includes sailings on amazing new ships Stena Estrid and Stena Edda Stena Line invites you to strike it lucky and snap up the new Super Saver travel fare from only £7 single for foot passengers on all routes across the Irish Sea. Europe’s leading ferry company Stena Line has launched this Super Saver offer to celebrate the arrival of the new ships Stena Estrid sailing on the Holyhead - Dublin route since January and Stena Edda which will be sailing on the Liverpool - Belfast route early March. This amazing offer is

    Stena Estrid ‘making waves’ with passengers on Irish Sea

    Customers give rave reviews to Stena Line’s new ferry on Dublin to Holyhead route Stena Line passengers travelling between Dublin to Holyhead have given a major thumbs up to the company’s brand new ferry Stena Estrid in her first three weeks of operation. The newest addition to the Stena Line fleet started service on the Dublin to Holyhead route on January 13, braving the elements of Storm Brendan to complete her maiden voyage, and despite a challenging introduction, customers have been taking to social media to praise the new ship and her staff. One guest who travelled on Estrid

    Motorists take to the sea for their M.O.T.

    Ferry company Stena Line reports increase in bookings during ‘testing’ time for NI motorists THE recent issue around MOT testing has thrown a real spanner in the worksfor thousands of motorists in Northern Ireland but many are finding a solution across the water in Scotland, according to leading ferry company Stena Line. With MOT testing at a standstill in Northern Ireland, Stena Line has reported a surge in enquiries from NI motorists looking to have their cars tested in Scotland – so much so that the company is offering a speedy solution in the form of a special MOT Day Trip from

    Stena Line makes waves with renewed radio sponsorship

    LEADING ferry company Stena Line has announced it will continue to rule the waves from breakfast time to drive time as the official sponsor of Cool FM’s Breakfast Show Pete Snodden In The Morning and Downtown Radio’s Downtown Drive. Stena Line has been the main sponsor of Pete Snodden In The Morning, which is Northern Ireland’s largest commercial radio show, for the past 12 years. A huge 261,000 listeners tune in to Pete, Paulo and Rebecca every week from 6am to 10am to join in the fun and hear what the team have been up to. As well as supporting the early risers, Stena Line has also

    Brand new ferry Stena Estrid makes her debut on the Irish Sea

    AFTER more than six years’ in planning and construction, Stena Line’s newest ferry Stena Estrid started service this week on the Irish Sea. Operating on the Holyhead to Dublin route, Stena Estrid braved the elements of Storm Brendan to complete her maiden voyage on Monday, receiving a traditional maritime water cannon salute on arrival at Dublin Port before reloading and making her way back to Wales. Described as one of the most modern ferries in the world, Stena Estrid will make two daily return trips on the route, with scheduled departures as below: Ex-Holyhead Ex-Dublin08:

    BON VOYAGE!!! New Stena Line ferry defies Storm Brendan to start service on Irish Sea

    NOT even Storm Brendan could prevent Stena Line’s newest ferry Stena Estrid making its maiden voyage this morning (Monday January 13) on the Holyhead to Dublin route. After more than six years’ in planning and construction, Estrid braved the challenging sea conditions created by Storm Brendan to set sail from the Port of Holyhead at 10.55am, arriving in Dublin shortly after 2.30pm where it received a traditional maritime water cannon salute. Described as one of the most modern ferries in the world, Estrid is due to set sail again from Dublin Port at approx. 5.30pm to complete thefirst-

    All aboard!!! Stena Estrid to set sail on Monday

    Stena Line’s newest ferry to start service on Holyhead to Dublin route on Monday morning STENA LINE has confirmed that its newest ferry Stena Estridwill start service on the Holyhead to Dublin route on Monday morning (January 13). The ship’s maiden voyage will be the 8.55am crossing from Holyhead, while its first Dublin departure will be the 2.50pm sailing from Dublin Port. Stena Estridwill make two daily return trips on the route, as below: Ex-Holyhead Ex-Dublin0855hrs 1450hrs2030hrs 0215hrs A crossing time of three hours and 15 minutes will pass very quickly

    She’s here!!! Stena Estrid arrives in Holyhead

    Stena Line’s newest ferry completes her 10,000 mile journey from China to Irish Sea STENA Line’s newest ferry Stena Estrid arrived in Holyhead this morning (Monday) after a five-week 10,000 mile journey from the AVIC Weihai Shipyard in north-western China, where she was built. The first of five next generation Stena Line RoPax vessels to be completed at the shipyard, Stena Estrid sailed into the Welsh port at approximately 7.00am, following a brief stop in Dublin last night for a successful berthing trial. Now Estrid will undergo final preparations before starting service on the

    FERRY IMPRESSIVE!!!

    New images give a first look on board the new Stena Estrid NEXT month will see the much-anticipated introduction of Stena Line’s newest ferry Stena Estrid on the Holyhead to Dublin route – and the first images have been released to give passengers an idea of what they can expect when they step on board. Described as one of the most modern ferries in the world, Stena Estrid is the first of five next generation ferries to be completed at the AVIC Weihai Shipyard in north-western China and is currently nearing the end of an incredible 10,000 mile sea voyage to its new Irish Sea home.

    FERRY IMPRESSIVE!!!

    New images give a first look on board the new Stena Estrid NEXT month will see the much-anticipated introduction of Stena Line’s newest ferry Stena Estrid on the Dublin to Holyhead route – and the first images have been released to give passengers an idea of what they can expect when they step on board. Described as one of the most modern ferries in the world, Stena Estrid is the first of five next generation ferries to be completed at the AVIC Weihai Shipyard in north-western China and is currently nearing the end of an incredible 10,000 mile sea voyage to its new Irish Sea home.

    FREIGHT EXPECTATIONS!

    5 reasons why Stena Estrid is GREAT news for Irish Sea Freight AS Stena Line’s newest ferry Stena Estrid nears Irish Sea waters on its 10,000-mile journey from north-western China, excitement is building in freight markets on both sides of the Irish Sea.  The first of five next generation Stena Line RoPax vessels to be completed at the AVIC Weihai Shipyard, Stena Estrid will start service in January on the Holyhead to Dublin route with a number of key features which will appeal specifically to freight customers in the UK, Ireland and beyond. “We are absolutely thrilled to be the

    Captain Matt is Master of the High Seas

    Stena Estrid Captain Matthew Lynch gives his thoughts on Stena Line’s newest ferry STENA Line Senior Master Matthew Lynch has described his appointment as Captain of the company’s newest ferry Stena Estrid as the highlight of his sailing career to date. Captain ‘Matt’ (40), an experienced seaman of 24 years, is currently steering Stena Estrid on its 10,000 mile journey from the AVIC Weihai Shipyard in China, where it was built, to the Irish Sea where it will start service on the Holyhead to Dublin route in January. The Senior Master role carries a lot of responsibility in terms of

    Save up to £500* on a Haven holiday with Stena Line

    Includes return ferry travel by car with Stena Line and seven nights’ self-catering accommodation LEADING ferry company Stena Line is giving families the chance to save up to £500* on a seven-night summer self-catering holiday if booked by February 29. With a low deposit from only £50 to secure a Haven holiday with Stena Line, holidaymakers can enjoy a stress-free travel experience and look forward to no baggage restrictions, action packed facilities and entertainment every night for no extra cost, from March to October 2020. A seven night self-catering break starts from only £429*

    Save up to €600* on a Haven holiday with Stena Line

    Includes return ferry travel by car with Stena Line and seven nights’ self-catering accommodation LEADING ferry company Stena Line is giving families the chance to save up to €600* on a seven-night summer self-catering holiday if booked by February 29. With a low deposit from only €50 to secure a Haven holiday with Stena Line, holidaymakers can enjoy a stress-free travel experience and look forward to no baggage restrictions, action packed facilities and entertainment every night for no extra cost, from March to October 2020. A seven night self-catering break starts from only €495*

    Stena Estrid departs china for Irish sea

    Stena Line’s newest ferry sets out on journey from China shipyard to Holyhead STENA Line’s newest ferry Stena Estrid has departed the AVIC Weihai Shipyard in north-western China, bound for its new home on the Irish Sea between Britain and Ireland. Stena Estrid is the first of five next generation Stena Line RoPax vesselsto be completed at the shipyard and is now en route to Wales from where it will start service in January on the Holyhead to Dublin route. Manned by a much-reduced crew of 27, with no passengers on board, the ship will travel on a journey of well over 10,000 miles,

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