Ferry Star I and Superfast IX, previously owned by Tallink, are transferred to resume services on the Paldiski-Kapellskär route.
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Swap on the Waves: AS Tallink Grupp Shifts Gears, Brings in Superfast IX
Tallink Grupp, an Estonian shipping powerhouse, seals the deal with Irish Continental Group plc to swap out the passenger ferry Star I. This vessel—previously sailing on the Paldiski-Kapellskär route—will give way to the modern Superfast IX.
Paavo Nõgene, Tallink's fearless leader, hinted at their strategic play, "We've always promised our investors and passengers a forward-thinking approach, ready to adapt to market demands. Star I has proven to be a solid asset, but the thirst for ownership didn't quench easily. A perfect combination of factors made this sale the right move, enabling us to continue providing service on this route with an equally impressive vessel—the Superfast IX, which recently broke free from her long-haul charter in Canada."
Commencing its Paldiski-Kapellskär journey on April 12, the Superfast IX promises to cruise through this Baltic seas venture with unchanged regularity. Customers can rest easy, as ticket prices will remain anchored during this transition.
Nõgene reassured their customers, "We're pulling out all stops to make this a breeze for our passengers. Changes have been implemented in our booking and ticket sales systems well in advance. The quality of service is as important as ever, and Superfast IX, with her sleek design and comfortable accommodations, won't disappoint. The Star I's popular onboard services will be shifting gears over to the Superfast IX. Additionally, Superfast IX boasts more spacious cabins for those seeking a relaxing slumber during overnight voyages.** She's also got an added bonus for freight transportation."
The sale agreement between the two companies is set to take place in the coming weeks, with the Star I being transferred to the Irish Continental Group's fleet.
The intrepid Superfast IX was built for adventure in 2002, in Kiel, Germany. Tallink snapped her up in 2006, initially commissioning her under the Estonian flag on the Rostock-Paldiski-Hanko-route. Subsequently, she also served on the Helsinki-Rostock-route. More recently, the vibrant vessel has been starring in Canadian waters under a charter contract.
Sources:1. Tallink Launches Superfast X2. Tallink To Replace Star I With Superfast IX3. Tallink Announces Sale of Star I to the Irish Continental Group4. Superfast IX Joins Tallink Fleet
- Tallink Grupp, noted for its significant role in the transport industry, recently finalized a deal with Irish Continental Group plc to replace the passenger ferry Star I with the superfast Superfast IX.
- In a strategic move, Paavo Nõgene, the fearless leader of Tallink Grupp, announced that the Star I, previously operating on the Paldiski-Kapellskär route, will be replaced by the modern Superfast IX.
- Investors in the automotive and finance sectors are eager as the Superfast IX, boasting a sleek design and comfortable accommodations, is set to commence its Paldiski-Kapellskär journey, providing equal service while maintaining ticket prices.
- Paavo Nõgene ensured customers that changes have been implemented to ease the transition, assuring that the Star I's popular onboard services will shift over to the Superfast IX, which also offers more spacious cabins for overnight voyages and an added bonus for freight transportation.
- Built for adventure in 2002 and initially acquired by Tallink in 2006, the Superfast IX is set to join Tallink's fleet soon, following the sale of Star I to the Irish Continental Group, and return to the Baltic seas, where it previously served before venturing into Canadian waters under a charter contract.
