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Brittany Ferries has published some of the most disappointing figures in its history, following its AGM in St Pol de Leon, France today. In a year dominated by the Covid crisis and amid on-going Brexit concerns, 2020 passenger numbers fell to less than a third of normal levels. Freight fared slightly better, with figures down by 20 percent. Company turnover halved, as lockdown measures and restrictions on travel in all markets forced passengers to stay at home.

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“We had hoped for a return to service for all our routes in mid-March, but the reality is that most people are simply unable to travel at this time, " said CEO Christophe Mathieu. "Booking levels are extremely low and we are relying on loans to carry us through this difficult period. It is therefore simply not viable to run loss-making routes at this time.”

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As government hits its target for 15 million Covid vaccinations in the UK, Brittany Ferries says now is the time for a re-think on travel corridors.

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Brittany Ferries recognises the challenges government faces in controlling the virus and protecting the health of the nation – which must be its priority. However, the transport and holiday company believes the comments of the transport secretary on Radio 4 Today (this morning, 10 February 2021) advising against booking a summer holiday were disproportionate.

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Brittany Ferries’ new ‘Brexit-bypass’ service for Irish hauliers heading to Brittany, France gets underway tonight.

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Brittany Ferries has announced that it is introducing three new weekly freight only sailings between Ireland and France. The sailings will begin this Thursday (4th February) with a sailing between Rosslare and St Malo.

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A growing number of haulage companies are shipping goods using unaccompanied trailers. Brittany Ferries says demand is rising, and the ports it serves on the western Channel in France and the UK are best set-up to receive these driverless loads.

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Ferry company Brittany Ferries says it wants to help raise spirits on so-called Blue Monday, which is said to be the most difficult day of the year for individual wellbeing.

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A weekly rotation connecting Rosslare with Cherbourg opens two months earlier than originally planned.

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Investment in new ships was made well before the pandemic began, but a trio of cleaner, more efficient and comfortable vessels will help secure the company’s future ensuring the continuity of passenger and freight services.

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“Having the right mix of vessels for our fleet gives us a fighting chance of emerging from the current crisis in good health," said CEO Christophe Mathieu.

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Following inspection by divers and classification authorities Brittany Ferries’ brand new ship Galicia has been cleared to carry on sailing.

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Brittany Ferries’ ship Galicia is safely back alongside her berth at Portsmouth’s International Port after her mooring lines parted overnight during Storm Bella.

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The news will serve as a much-needed tonic for holiday makers who may have delayed plans for a 2021 summer holiday.

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Portsmouth International Port has welcomed the largest ferry ever built for the city. Brittany Ferries’ newest 215-metre 41,000 gross tonne vessel Galicia made its first commercial arrival at the port at 7pm on Thursday evening.

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Today French and Spanish ferry operator Brittany Ferries unveiled the latest addition to its fleet, Galicia. Due to the pandemic the debut event for the new ship took place virtually, in an online inauguration ceremony – a first for the company and the maritime sector.

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As part of a comprehensive fleet renewal programme, the company will welcome three vessels that combine the best in comfort, technology, safety and respect for the environment. All three will have joined the fleet by 2023. Galicia is the first.

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So make note in your diary now: Friday 27 November 2020 10.00 am (UK time). www.galicia-brittanyferries.com

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