EU Entry-Exit System will come into force on October 12, 2025
EU Entry-Exit System will come into force on October 12, 2025 We finally have a firm date. The EU Entry-Exit System (EES) is set to go live on October 12, 2025. This critical development will significantly impact ferry operators connecting third countries to the Schengen Area. The EES is an automated IT system designed to electronically record the entry and exit of non-EU citizens at external borders. This means [...]
Interferry Demands EU Harmonization with IMO Global GHG Regulations
Interferry Demands EU Harmonization with IMO Global GHG Regulations to Prevent Double Taxation and Protect Critical Ferry Services Interferry, the association representing the ferry industry worldwide, calls on the European Commission to immediately harmonize its unilateral EU ETS / FuelEU Maritime regulations with the recently agreed IMO Net-Zero Framework. Interferry warns that failure to align Greenhouse Gas regulations will lead to double payment for emissions, placing an unsustainable financial [...]
Interferry and MOWCA Sign Landmark MOU to Advance Ferry Safety in West and Central Africa
The Lagos Ferry Safety Conference, co-hosted by Interferry, the Maritime Organisation for West and Central Africa (MOWCA), and the Lagos Waterways Authority (LASWA), successfully concluded last week in Lagos, Nigeria. The two-day event marked a significant step forward for regional maritime safety. A major highlight was the signing of a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Interferry and MOWCA. This MOU solidifies cooperation for effective, safe, and sustainable ferry [...]
Interferry Co-Hosts Lagos Ferry Safety Conference to Promote Maritime Safety in West and Central Africa
Interferry Co-Hosts Lagos Ferry Safety Conference to Promote Maritime Safety in West and Central Africa In the next chapter of its FERRYSAFE project, Interferry, the association representing the ferry industry worldwide, is taking a leading role in addressing ferry safety in Africa with the upcoming Lagos Ferry Safety Conference on June 25-26, 2025, in Lagos, Nigeria. The conference is co-hosted by the Maritime Organisation for West and Central Africa [...]
Interferry2025: “Connections” – Global Ferry Leaders Converge in Sorrento
Interferry, the association representing the ferry industry worldwide, is delighted to announce a stellar lineup of keynote speakers and confirmed ferry leaders for its annual conference, Interferry2025, taking place in Sorrento from October 4-8, 2025. The conference theme, "Connections", will be brought to life through insightful discussions and unparalleled networking opportunities. "The unprecedented participation of ferry company leaders from all corners of the globe at this year's conference truly [...]
Celebrating Women in Maritime: Interferry Spotlights Thai Maritime Leader ahead of May 18th, 2025
In recognition of the International Day for Women in Maritime on May 18th, 2025, Interferry is proud to spotlight Mrs. Supapan Pichaironarongsongkram, board member of Interferry and Chairperson of Chao Phraya Express Boat Co., Ltd., Bangkok, Thailand as a shining example of female leadership in the maritime industry. As a third-generation female leader in maritime family business, Mrs. Supapan has been instrumental in modernizing waterway transportation services across Bangkok, [...]
