Torghatten wins its first major contract in Sweden: Will operate ferry routes in the Gothenburg archipelago.

Today, Västtrafik announced that Torghatten has won the ferry tender for the Södra Skärgården. The contract includes operating four routes that connect Stenpiren, Saltholmen, and the islands in the Gothenburg archipelago, serving residents, commuters, and schoolchildren. The contract begins in 2027 and has a duration of 15 years.

Carsten Jensen, CEO of Nordic Ferry Infrastructure, which owns Torghatten, refers to this as a significant milestone for Torghatten and Nordic Ferry Infrastructure, as Torghatten establishes itself firmly in Sweden.

Torghatten is currently operating an autonomous ferry in Riddarfjärden in Stockholm and earlier this year won the tender for the Strömstad-Koster route.

Environmentally friendly fleet and green solutions
Torghatten will operate eight vessels under the contract, building five fully electric vessels, including three speedboats. The remaining vessels will be retrofitted to run on biodiesel. The overall hybridization degree for the contract is 90%.

Jensen emphasizes a green renewal strategy for the fleet, and the importance of reducing the carbon footprint. He further highlights that winning this contract is an important step in that direction.

Establishment in Gothenburg
The four ferry routes will have year-round operation, with expanded service during the summer months when traffic is at its peak. The routes are essential for residents' daily commutes, with approximately 2.2 million trips made on these routes annually. Saltholmen serves as a key hub for further connections to other public transport options such as buses and trains.

Following the contract, Torghatten's Swedish subsidiary, Torghatten AB, will be significantly expanded, with an administrative office established in Gothenburg. During the peak summer season, around 70 crew members will be required to operate the routes.

We note that the contract award has an appeal period of 11 days.