Former Condor ferry to carry Jersey's freight
BBCA ferry that has served the Channel Islands for nearly 30 years is to continue to transport freight with a different firm.
Danish-based DFDS said the purchase of Condor's Commodore Goodwill would "enhance lifeline freight services connecting Jersey with Portsmouth and St Malo".
Under the plans, Commodore Goodwill will be reflagged under the UK flag, and renamed Caesarea Trader in homage to Jersey's Latin name, Caesarea.
The vessel is 126m (43ft) long, has a cargo capacity of 1,250 cubic metres, the equivalent of about 80 trailers.
It will be renovated ahead of its launch later this year, replacing the MV Arrow, the leased vessel currently transporting Jersey's freight, said DFDS.
"We are delighted to be able to announce the acquisition of Goodwill, " said Chris Parker, the company's Jersey route director.
"We are working hard to get it ready for service and in the meantime MV Arrow and her crew will continue to provide an excellent service for the island."
DFDS and Condor Ferries parent company Brittany Ferries both bid to operate Channel Islands ferry from March 2025, with DFDS being awarded a contract for Jersey's services and Brittany Ferries one for Guernsey's.
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