Stena Line Secures Long-Term Contract at Gdynia Ferry Terminal

The Port of Gdynia Authority has completed the tender procedure for the selection of ferry operators at the Public Ferry Terminal in Gdynia at Nabrzeże Polskie, which began in June this year. Stena Line won the tender for package I (premium) time slots and, after signing a new agreement, will continue operations at this terminal in the coming years.

Marek Kiersnowski, director of the Stena Line Gdynia-Karlskrona ferry line, said:

“The outcome of the tender ensures the continuity of operations on our strategic Gdynia-Karlskrona route, which is one of the most important ferry connections in the Baltic Sea and, at the same time, a line with Motorway of the Sea status, forming part of the European Union’s transport network. It also confirms the joint commitment of Stena Line and the Port of Gdynia to long-term development, investment stability and sustainable shipping in our region.”

Thanks to the new agreement for 2026-2032, Stena Line plans to implement a number of future solutions, including 24-hour freight service, automatic drop & collect systems and hybrid electrification of shipping. Together with its partners in Gdynia and Karlskrona, the company will strengthen the role of this ferry line as a strategic link between Scandinavia and Central Europe, thereby supporting the EU’s climate goals and the competitiveness of the Baltic corridor.

Niclas Mårtensson, CEO of Stena Line, said:

“Our continued presence at the Public Ferry Terminal in Gdynia means increasing its role as a modern, environmentally friendly and integrated logistics hub. By continuing our cooperation with the Port of Gdynia, we are confirming our long-term commitment to innovation, sustainable development and the provision of reliable services to passengers and freight customers.”

Stena Line has been operating the Gdynia-Karlskrona ferry route for 30 years. During this time, over 12 million passengers and 2.5 million freight units have been transported. The route is currently served by three vessels, including two modern 240-metre e-flexer class ferries. Stena Line moved its operations to the Public Ferry Terminal in Gdynia in June 2022.