Interferry has served as the shipping association representing the worldwide ferry industry for more than 50 years.
Interferry holds consultative status with the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and also engages with the EU institutions and industry stakeholders to support fair and effective regulation for ferry operators worldwide. Our annual international conference – open to members and non-members alike – attracts industry experts who present leading edge ideas and technologies, offers numerous networking opportunities and encourages growth in the association. We have a long-standing commitment to support enhanced safety for domestic ferry transportation in the developing world, primarily through the FerrySafe project which began in the Asia-Pacific region and has expanded to Africa, with supporting events organized in cooperation with the International Maritime Organization (IMO) including seminars, workshops and regional conferences.
Our members represent all types of ferry operations, both large and small, including RoPax Ferries, RoRo Ferries, Cruise Ferries, Fast Ferries and Passenger-only Ferries. Suppliers to the industry are also an important part of our membership including companies specializing in shipbuilding; marine equipment manufacturing and supplies; naval architecture and interior design; crewing and training; IT and logistics; vessel classification; and more.
“The ferry industry comprises only 3-5% of the total shipping industry but the scale of its economic impact is undeniable.”
Mike Corrigan, Interferry CEO
The Economic Impact of the Global Ferry Industry
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From very small, very local, domestic operators, to very large companies that operate in multiple locations – many internationally – Interferry advocates on behalf of the wider industry, ensuring we represent the interests of all our members.
What do ferry operators and suppliers gain from membership?
Our members benefit from receiving regular and frequent updates on issues of importance to the ferry industry, as well as direct access to the regulatory and policy decision-making process at the IMO – where we hold consultative status – as well as other regulatory bodies. Access to networking opportunities with others in the ferry industry through our annual conference, and participation in other events, provides our members with tangible opportunities to share information, interests and stories – learning in real time from the experience of other ferry operators. Our members receive discounted conference registration fees, as well as exclusive access to archived conference presentations.
THE FERRY INDUSTRY IS STRONGER TOGETHER
We believe the worldwide ferry industry is stronger together. While domestic associations work on the issues faced by ferry companies in their home markets, Interferry focuses on the picture with a global focus. To our existing members, thank you for your continued belief in what Interferry can accomplish on behalf of the ferry industry worldwide. To ferry industry participants not yet members, please consider joining our association and help us bring attention to the benefits and importance of ferry transportation.