Stena Line secures Frederikshavn deal

The agreement grants Stena Line full responsibility for operations at the RoPax ferry terminal in Frederikshavn Harbor, where the company has maintained a presence since the early 1960s. The deal also names Stena Line as the primary negotiating partner for other external port service users.

“Through an excellent dialogue with the Municipality and Port of Frederikshavn, we are continuing to build on our historically strong relationship to create a stable and prosperous future together,” said Carl-Johan Hellner, chief operating officer, Ports & Terminals and head of group strategy at Stena Line.

“This long-term commitment enables us to establish infrastructure that supports sustainable trade, growth and resilience.”

Frederikshavn Mayor Karsten Thomsen welcomed the agreement as a win for the city and the wider region.

“This creates security and long-term opportunities not only for the port, but for the entire city of Frederikshavn,” said Thomsen. “It sends a strong signal of trust and shared ambitions.”

The deal complements Stena Line’s wider strategic plans, including its upcoming relocation of terminal operations from central Gothenburg to the Arendal Port.

“Our long-term agreement in Frederikshavn is an important cornerstone for our future,” said Stena Line chief executive Niclas Mårtensson. “Together, we are creating the conditions for continued trade, tourism and resilience.”

Stena Line currently operates three to four daily sailings on its Gothenburg–Frederikshavn route, served by the Stena Danica and Stena Jutlandica.