A senior management team from DFDS was in both Guernsey and Jersey discussing what our “needs and wishes” are, as it prepares to bid for the contract to operate freight and passenger services between the islands, the UK, and France. 

As well as members of the public at the meetings, DFDS also met with representatives from local businesses, sports clubs, and other groups while they were in the islands. 

In a post-event debrief, the ferry firm has said that it’s clear that “reliability and scheduling were among the key themes raised”, and that “aligns with DFDS’ approach”.

Reflecting on last week’s meetings, Filip Hermann, VP BU Channel & Baltics said the two meetings were very useful for DFDS as they move ahead with planning their bid. 

“We would like to thank all the islanders for their hospitality and for welcoming us,” he said.

“We learned a lot and received very useful feedback – and got an even better understanding of the needs of the people and businesses of Jersey and Guernsey.

“Building on our experience from other routes, we are confident that we can provide safe, reliable, and efficient ferry services to the Channel Islands, and we look forward to coming back to the Islands when the tender process is underway.”