Moving goods and people since 1866
We keep Europe moving
Since 1866, DFDS has enabled trade and travel by offering freight and passenger transport services. We operate a unique and extensive network that combines ferry, road and rail transport with complementary logistics solutions, connecting European countries with each other, as well as with Türkiye and North Africa.
We primarily transport trailer freight units on our ferries. We also carry 5,25 million passengers every year. Our logistics services range from end-to-end transports of full-loads to complex solutions for large industrial customers.
DFDS is headquartered and listed in Copenhagen.
- 16,100 full-time employees
- DKK 30bn revenue
- 20+ countries connected by our ferry routes, road/land transport and logistics solutions
Explore our network
Explore our interactive map to learn more about our network’s capabilities. Whether it’s ferry routes and port terminals, logistics transport and solutions, or our green transition, you'll discover a wealth of information here.
Investor Relations
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Explore our freight ferry route network
Connecting over 20 countries throughout Europe and beyond.
Latest news
DFDS acquires RoPax ferry Stena Vinga
Published: 7 May 2026 - DFDS strengthens its fleet by acquiring the passenger and freight ferry Stena Vinga. Stena Vinga is currently chartered by DFDS and will continue to operate on the Jersey service.
DFDS increases capacity on Baltic Sea route with newly chartered vessel
Published: 1 April 2026 - From mid-September, DFDS will significantly strengthen freight and passenger services on the Karlshamm-Klaipeda route with the introduction of newly chartered vessel Ciudad de Valencia.
DFDS expands capacity on Rosslare–Dunkirk Route with third vessel
Published: 31 March 2026 - From September, DFDS will offer seven weekly round-trips on the Rosslare-Dunkirk route by adding a third vessel to the route to provide increased capacity for freight operators and more travel options for passengers during the holiday season.
DFDS extends space charter agreement with CLdN
Published: 17 December 2025 - DFDS and CLdN have agreed to extend their space charter agreement on the Zeebrugge-Gothenburg route for an additional five years, while increasing freight capacity.
DFDS expand services on Baltic ferry routes
Published: 26 August 2025 - DFDS and TT Line have entered into a space charter agreement on three ferry routes in the Baltic Sea. With the agreement, DFDS will increase the number of sailings offered between Klaipeda and Karlshamn, as well as bring new services to Trelleborg and Travemünde.
Esbjerg–UK route celebrates 150 years of maritime connection
Published: 24 June 2025 - DFDS marks the 150th anniversary of the iconic Esbjerg–UK route, a vital freight corridor that has connected Denmark and the United Kingdom since the inaugural voyage in 1875.
Thinking of a role in DFDS?
At DFDS we offer a range of career opportunities at all levels, on land and at sea, as well as a truly international environment. DFDS' head office is located in Copenhagen and we have offices across 20 countries.
We aim to be net-zero by 2050
Our moving to green strategy sets greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets for 2030 and the goal to be net-zero by 2050.
We want to be a caring employer
Sustainable business is about people. We want to ensure the well-being of all our employees and support their physical and mental health.
Whistleblower system
DFDS A/S is an organization with strong values of responsibility and integrity. Our Code of Business Conduct and Ethics contains general guidelines for conducting business with the highest standards of ethics.
The DFDS Compliance Line is a website managed by an independent third party, EthicsPoint, with the highest levels of security and confidentiality. It may be used to report issues safely that people feel they cannot share with their manager.
