Molslinjen has confirmed that the entry into service of its new electric ferry, Tyrfing, on the Samsø line has been delayed until January 5, 2026. The vessel recently arrived at the shipyard in Svendborg following a delivery voyage significantly delayed by severe weather.
The operator noted that the necessary preparation work at the shipyard has proven more extensive than initially expected. Kristian Durhuus, CEO of Molslinjen, explained, "We have fought all the way home...Now we unfortunately have to realise that we will not make it on time."
Current operations on the Samsø line will remain unaffected during the Christmas period, as the route is currently being served by the Nerthus, a sister ship to the Tyrfing. The Nerthus was originally scheduled to transfer to the Als line but will now remain on the Samsø route until the new vessel is fully operational.
"We want to have Tyrfing completely built before we put the ferry into operation," Durhuus added.
