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DFDS Group

Moving goods and people since 1866

We keep Europe moving through our comprehensive network connecting sea, road and rail, offering freight and passenger transport services and complementary logistics solutions

  • 17,000 full-time employees
  • DKK 30bn revenue
  • 20+ countries connected by our ferry routes and logistics solutions

DFDS has enabled trade and travel since our foundation in 1866. Today, we operate a unique and extensive network combining ferry, road and rail transport with complimentary 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 that also carry around 5,5 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.

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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.

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Investor Relations

Stay up-to-date on the latest Investor Relations news from DFDS.

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Travel by ferry to experience Europe

Make a passenger travel booking or browse our route network for inspiration.

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Explore our freight ferry route network 

Make a freight booking.

Latest news

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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.

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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.

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We want to be a caring employer

Sustainable business is about people. We want to ensure well-being for all our employees and support their physical and mental health.

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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.

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Management

DFDS has a two-tier management structure with an independent Board of Directors.

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Governance and policies

Our policies for corporate governance, diversity and remuneration are continuously evaluated with due consideration to current legislation, practice and recommendations.

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Our history

Helping customers grow since 1866.