DFDS Group
A leading sea transport network in Northern Europe
DFDS’ shipping network integrates freight and passenger services: We deliver high frequency and reliable freight services to haulage and forwarding companies. We also develop and deliver industrial logistics solutions in close co-operation with producers of heavy industrial goods. For passengers, we provide great maritime experiences as well as transport services for passengers travelling by car.
Scope of activities
DFDS’ is focused on servicing freight customers and passengers through the different activities in the route network:
- Freight routes (ro-ro) services cargo that is rolled on and off the ship
- Freight routes (lo-lo) services cargo that is lifted on and off the ship
- Passenger and freight routes (ro-pax) services cargo and passengers using ships with a balanced freight and passenger capacity
- Passenger and freight routes (cruise ferry) with the main purpose of servicing passengers
- Port terminals for handling cargo and passengers
- Transport and logistics services which also serve to feed volumes into the network
- Sales offices for freight and passenger services
Five Business Areas
The different activities in the network are organised in five business areas:
- Ro-Ro Shipping
- Container Shipping
- Passenger Shipping
- Terminal Services
- Trailer Services
Company information
DFDS is headquartered in Copenhagen and quoted on NASDAQ OMX The Nordic Exchange Copenhagen.
Group revenue amounted to DKK 8.2 billion in 2008 and DFDS employs 4,300 people. DFDS was founded in 1866.