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Icebreaker Botnica returned to Estonia from the Canadian Arctic
On November 18th the icebreaker Botnica, owned by Port of Tallinn’s subsidiary TS Shipping, returned to Estonia from the Canadian Arctic.For the fourth summer in a row, Botnica worked for Baffinland Iron Mines Corporation, an iron ore mining company …
Nov 23, 2021 / Vessels
All ferries between Stockholm, Helsinki and Tallinn will soon connect to onshore power
Large numbers of goods and passengers are transported daily between the ports in Stockholm, Helsinki and Tallinn. The three Baltic Sea ports in collaboration have each invested in onshore power electricity connections that will significantly reduce …
Nov 11, 2021 / Vessels
ABB to fit Tallink Megastar Ferry With Shore Connection For Emission-Free Port Stays
ABB’s comprehensive shore connection solution will allow Tallink shuttle vessel Megastar to plug into the local grid for quiet and emission-free overnight layovers in the Port of Tallinn.Fueled by low-emission liquefied natural gas, passenger and car …
Aug 29, 2021 / Vessels
Port of Tallinn opened a new and sustainable terminal directly connected to new entertainment venues and tourist locations
During the 2021 cruise season, the Port of Tallinn will greet guests and operators with a new state-of-the-art cruise terminal. It is the most modern and multifunctional terminal in the region, built to reduce its negative impact on the …
Jul 21, 2021 / Cruise
Tallink Grupp’s Vessels Silja Europa and Baltic Queen are using shore power during port stays in Tallinn’s Old City Harbour
From the beginning of July, Tallink Grupp’s vessels Silja Europa and Baltic Queen have switched to using shore power at the Port of Tallinn’s Old City Harbour during their port stays. For Tallink Grupp, using shore power in the Port of Tallinn marks …
Jul 6, 2021 / Vessels
Port of Tallinn fortified environmental measures in operating areas
According to Port of Tallinn, the cleaning and other procedures carried out on ships` hulls underwater surfaces can in their premises be conducted only when the residue is collected starting from May. This decision is yet a new step towards becoming …
May 18, 2021 / Curious
Port of Tallinn now consumes only green electricity produced in Estonia
Port of Tallinn entered into a renewable energy purchase agreement with Eesti Energia and now consumes only green electricity produced in Estonia.According to the agreement, Eesti Energia will supply Port of Tallinn with 10 GWh of renewable …
Mar 9, 2021 / Curious
Tallink Grupp brings legal action against Port of Tallinn
AS Tallink Grupp on Monday, March 1st, 2021 filed a legal action against AS Tallinna Sadam (Port of Tallinn) at the Harju County Court with a claim in the total amount of EUR 15.4 million. With the action Tallink Grupp is demanding that the Port of …
Mar 2, 2021 / Curious
Viking Line to arrange unique cruise between Helsinki and Turku this summer
In July, Viking Line’s vessels will sail from Helsinki to the host ports for the Tall Ships Races and to the Rockoff Festival in Mariehamn, which will feature, among others, the popular Swedish musical artist Tomas Ledin.Viking Line's vessels will …
Mar 1, 2021 / Cruise
The Shore Power Solutions Launched by Port of Tallinn Improves Air Quality and Reduces Noise in Old City Harbour and City of Tallinn
Tallink Grupp's vessel Victoria I was connected to shore power in Tallinn Old City Harbour for the first-ever shore power charging in Estonia, at 10.00 am (CET+1) Friday (Sep11). Shore power can be used by the vessels operating the Estonian-Swedish …
Sep 11, 2020 / Curious