Faroe Islands ferry fleet requires urgent renewal

The Faroese state-owned ferry operator Strandfaraskip Landsins must replace several aging vessels, some nearly 50 years old, due to rising operational costs, newly appointed director Dánjal Samuelsen told public broadcaster KVF on Monday.

Samuelsen emphasized the need to secure a replacement for the Smyril ferry, which is scheduled for dry dock maintenance in 2028. The fleet’s advanced age and high maintenance expenses make renewal a priority, he stated.