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1st February 2020

New Holyhead-Dublin Stena Super Ferry Re-Flagged to Cyprus - Spark Concerns from Crew

Stena Line has taken decision to re-flag the Stena Estrid under the Cypriot flag. AFLOAT adds the newly introduced E-Flexer leadship is seen above on its maiden commercial crossing from Holyhead when arriving at Dublin Port last month.

A UK union and a Welsh Assembly Member (AM) have voiced concerns over the potential impact on workers after Stena Line re-flagged its new super ferry.

The £160m Stena Estrid went into service on the Holyhead to Dublin route last month- and is already proving a success with passengers.

But Ynys Môn AM Rhun ap Iorwerth says Stena has taken the decision to change the ship's registration so that on paper it sails under the flag of Cyprus.

Similar decisions have been made by other ferry firms to enable them to continue to benefit from the tax arrangements of EU states.

But the Plaid AM says he has spoken to crew members concerned by the decision.

He said: "I t's great to see investment in that beautiful new ship, but I am worried by the fact that during a delivery from China recently, she was changed from Welsh to Cypriot registration.

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Shannon Foynes Port Information

Shannon Foynes Port (SFPC) are investing in an unprecedented expansion at its general cargo terminal, Foynes, adding over two-thirds the size of its existing area. In the latest phase of a €64 million investment programme, SFPC is investing over €20 million in enabling works alone to convert 83 acres on the east side of the existing port into a landbank for marine-related industry, port-centric logistics and associated infrastructure. The project, which will be developed on a phased basis over the next five years, will require the biggest infrastructure works programme ever undertaken at the port, with the entire 83 acre landbank having to be raised by 4.4 metres. The programme will also require the provision of new internal roads and multiple bridge access as well as roundabout access.