{"id":4804,"date":"2026-02-22T08:31:04","date_gmt":"2026-02-22T07:31:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/polagent.com\/new-gdansk-karlshamn-ferry-line-launches-a-new-boost-for-baltic-transport\/"},"modified":"2026-02-23T10:59:02","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T09:59:02","slug":"new-gdansk-karlshamn-ferry-line-launches-a-new-boost-for-baltic-transport","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/polagent.com\/en\/new-gdansk-karlshamn-ferry-line-launches-a-new-boost-for-baltic-transport\/","title":{"rendered":"NEW: Gda\u0144sk \u2013 Karlshamn ferry line launches. A new boost for Baltic transport"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-9 vc_col-md-9&#8243;][vc_custom_heading source=&#8221;post_title&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][stm_post_details][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1771744951534{margin-bottom: 30px !important;}&#8221;]<span style=\"font-family: open-sans;\"><strong>Polish Baltic Shipping Co. and the Port of Karlshamn have officially signed an agreement that opens an entirely new chapter in maritime connections between Poland and Sweden. In the second quarter of 2026, the first ferries under the new POLSCA group brand will connect the Westerplatte Ferry Terminal with Karlshamn in Sweden. <\/strong><\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1771742770325{margin-bottom: 60px !important;}&#8221;]<span style=\"font-family: open-sans;\">The decision to launch the line is a response to growing cargo market demand and a strategic step in consolidating Polish maritime potential. The agreement, concluded for a minimum of three years, is the result of close cooperation between shipowners and ports, aimed at restoring Polish carriers to a dominant position in the southern Baltic. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: open-sans;\"><strong>Key parameters of the new line:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: open-sans;\"><strong>Crossing time:<\/strong> approx. 13 hours (ideal for drivers&#8217; rest breaks). <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: open-sans;\"><strong>Frequency:<\/strong> 6 sailings per week in each direction.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: open-sans;\"><strong>Schedule:<\/strong> Evening departures from ports, morning arrivals at destination.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: open-sans;\"><strong>Cargo capacity:<\/strong> Each of the two ferries will accommodate approx. 90 truck combinations (cargo lane approx. 2 km). <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;4802&#8243; add_caption=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1771742862245{margin-bottom: 60px !important;}&#8221;]<span style=\"font-family: open-sans;\"><strong>Cargo as the priority<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: open-sans;\">The new connection has been designed with professional road transport in mind. The route will be served by two vessels: <\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: open-sans;\"><strong>Ferry dedicated to cargo<\/strong> \u2013 optimized for efficient loading and transport of trucks and trailers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: open-sans;\"><strong>Ro-pax ferry<\/strong> \u2013 combining large cargo capacity with a comfortable passenger area (cabins, catering), providing an excellent alternative for drivers and tourists.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;4803&#8243; css=&#8221;&#8221; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1771745309250{margin-bottom: 60px !important;}&#8221;]<span style=\"font-family: open-sans;\"><strong>POLSCA \u2013 a new force on the Baltic<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: open-sans;\">The Gda\u0144sk \u2013 Karlshamn line is one of the first major projects under the new company <strong>POLSCA<\/strong>, which consolidates the operations of <strong>Polferries (P\u017bB)<\/strong> and <strong>Unity Line<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"font-family: open-sans;\"><em>Market analyses confirmed that a second connection from the Tri-City to central Sweden is essential. The Polsca project gives us new opportunities and increases our competitiveness<\/em> \u2013 emphasizes Piotr Redmerski, President of Polish Baltic Shipping.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Launching this route primarily means greater flexibility and a real alternative to the Gdynia \u2013 Karlskrona line. The strategic location of the Port of Gda\u0144sk as a logistics hub and the modern infrastructure of the Westerplatte Terminal guarantee efficient logistics handling and easy access for heavy goods vehicles.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Planned start of sailings:<\/strong> Q2 2026 (ambitious plans assume operational readiness before this year&#8217;s May holidays).<\/p>\n<p>As a long-standing partner of Polish shipowners, the POL-AGENT team is preparing to provide comprehensive reservation services for the new Gda\u0144sk \u2013 Karlshamn route.[\/vc_column_text][vc_cta style=&#8221;custom&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1771744762504{margin-bottom: 30px !important;padding-top: 20px !important;padding-right: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 30px !important;}&#8221; h2=&#8221;Want to stay updated on prices and reservations for the new route?&#8221; h4=&#8221;Follow our news section \u2013 we will inform you about the official opening of the reservation system for the Gda\u0144sk \u2013 Karlshamn line!&#8221; custom_background=&#8221;#005781&#8243; custom_text=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; el_class=&#8221;cta-baltic&#8221;]<span style=\"color: #999999; font-size: 14pt;\">In the meantime, we invite you to make reservations on other <a href=\"https:\/\/polagent.com\/en\/services\/ferry-crossings\/\">ferry crossings<\/a> handled by POL-AGENT.<\/span>[\/vc_cta][stm_post_bottom][stm_post_about_author][stm_post_comments][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs&#8221;][stm_sidebar sidebar=&#8221;272&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A new direction on the cargo connections map! Polska \u017begluga Ba\u0142tycka is opening the Gda\u0144sk \u2013 Karlshamn ferry line. Starting in Q2 2026, two ferries will operate 6 times a week, offering drivers ideal conditions for rest breaks and efficient transport to Sweden. Learn about the details of the new service under the POLSCA brand.   <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":4803,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"none","_seopress_titles_title":"New Gda\u0144sk \u2013 Karlshamn line: Reservations at POL-AGENT | News 2026","_seopress_titles_desc":"P\u017bB announces a new Gda\u0144sk \u2013 Karlshamn route! As a ferry agent, POL-AGENT invites you to follow the latest updates. 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