Complete Maritime Profile & Reviews of Fjardvagen

On June 11, 2026, the ferry 'Fjärdvägen' made a notable journey into Västerhamn before heading north into Svibyviken, where she docked at the quay in Rossen. This iconic vessel has officially been taken out of service, having been succeeded by a new 'Fjärdvägen'. The relocation from Långnäs was necessary to clear space at the port. Eckerö Link had previously announced in May that just five months after the introduction of the new 'Fjärdvägen', they opted for the acquisition of the 'Stena Nautica', which is better suited for the Långnäs–Nådendal route. As part of this transaction, a ramp needed for loading both the lower and upper decks was included, necessitating upcoming adjustments at the port of Långnäs. While the old 'Fjärdvägen' has been put on the market, it will remain anchored in Mariehamn until further developments arise. The 'Stena Nautica' is anticipated to commence operations in the fall. For those interested in visuals, a detailed report with photographs can be found at: https://www.alandstidningen.ax/sjoefart/fjaerdvaegen-laeggs-upp-i-svibyviken/1287690?fbclid=Iwb21leASY62RjbGNrBJjp72V4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHus5MSYnj0OiZ1AhYDbsqYnPMxPMijfxX06Qop6cagC6NlJ2ALNWtS44aSrD_aem_QZgTM-3-nLLlW3amWnQo4g.

Authorities have unearthed a concerning hydraulic oil leak from the vessel 'Fjärdvägen', indicating that the spill may have persisted for an extended period. In response to this environmental breach, investigators have initiated a criminal complaint regarding the pollution. The alarm was raised during a routine inspection conducted by the Åland Coast Guard in collaboration with the Safety Agency Trafi at Långnäs port. During the investigation, the crew of the 'Fjärdvägen' was interrogated, and oil samples were collected from both the ship and the surrounding water. These samples have since been dispatched to the Central Bureau of Investigation laboratory located in Helsinki for further analysis. Notably, the leaking thruster on the 'Fjärdvägen' was already scheduled for repair during its drydocking period from January 4 to January 15, 2016.