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3.4

based on 296 ratings

57% would recommend to a friend

Torben Carlsen

64% approve of CEO

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Description We operate a transport network in and around Europe with an annual revenue of DKK 30bn and 16,100 full-time employees.

We move goods in trailers by ferry, road & rail, and we offer complementary and related transport and logistics solutions.

We also move car and foot passengers on short sea and overnight ferry routes.

DFDS was founded in 1866 and headquartered and listed in Copenhagen.

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Life at DFDS offers a dynamic and rewarding experience, with opportunities for growth, collaboration, and responsibility.

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Here are some key aspects of life at DFDS:

Diverse Roles: Whether you're interested in office-based careers, roles at sea, or operational positions in warehousing and terminals, DFDS has a wide range of opportunities.

Employee Development: DFDS places a strong emphasis on personal and professional growth, offering various training programs, leadership development, and talent programs to help employees advance their careers.

Inclusive Culture: The company values diversity and inclusivity, encouraging employees to be themselves and fostering a supportive and friendly work environment.

Sustainability and Innovation: DFDS is committed to transforming its operations to be greener and more digitized, embracing new ideas and technologies to drive progress.

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DFDS acquires RoPax ferry Stena Vinga ...Show more

DFDS acquires RoPax ferry Stena Vinga

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🚛 If our electric trucks can master the windswept hills of Shetland, imagine what they can do for your supply chain. We are not just moving goods. We are engineering seamless logistics solutions that perform under pressure. By deploying our 10th electric Volvo heavy goods vehicle in the UK and the first Volvo e-truck to the Shetland Islands, we are proving that sustainability and reliability go hand in hand. 📦 Whether it is transporting high value coldchain goods like salmon or navigating rugged terrain, we tailor our services to keep your business moving efficiently. You get a partner who understands your challenges and a supply chain that works effortlessly. From remote islands to major hubs, and onwards across your entire network, our electric fleet keeps your logistics flowing with confidence. 🍀Our commitment to a netzero future by 2050 is already delivering tangible results: ✅ 185 tonnes (wheel-to-wheel) of CO₂e saved across our UK truck fleet between October 2024 and December 2025. ✅ 430 tonnes of projected CO₂e savings in 2026 across the UK truck fleet. ✅ 73 tonnes of CO₂e expected to be saved by this new e-truck alone in 2026. This rollout of our e-truck to Shetland is part of the Zero Emission HGV & Infrastructure Demonstrator programme, funded by the Department for Transport (DfT), United Kingdom and delivered in partnership with Innovate UK 🌍 Shetland is proving the future of logistics, and you can be part of it....Show more

🚛 If our electric trucks can master the windswept hills of Shetland, imagine what they can do for your supply chain. We are not just moving goods. We are engineering seamless logistics solutions that perform under pressure. By deploying our 10th electric Volvo heavy goods vehicle in the UK and the first Volvo e-truck to the Shetland Islands, we are proving that sustainability and reliability go hand in hand. 📦 Whether it is transporting high value coldchain goods like salmon or navigating rugged terrain, we tailor our services to keep your business moving efficiently. You get a partner who understands your challenges and a supply chain that works effortlessly. From remote islands to major hubs, and onwards across your entire network, our electric fleet keeps your logistics flowing with confidence. 🍀Our commitment to a netzero future by 2050 is already delivering tangible results: ✅ 185 tonnes (wheel-to-wheel) of CO₂e saved across our UK truck fleet between October 2024 and December 2025. ✅ 430 tonnes of projected CO₂e savings in 2026 across the UK truck fleet. ✅ 73 tonnes of CO₂e expected to be saved by this new e-truck alone in 2026. This rollout of our e-truck to Shetland is part of the Zero Emission HGV & Infrastructure Demonstrator programme, funded by the Department for Transport (DfT), United Kingdom and delivered in partnership with Innovate UK 🌍 Shetland is proving the future of logistics, and you can be part of it.

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Every December, a towering Norwegian spruce lights up Trafalgar Square, a tradition that began in 1947 when Norway gifted the UK a tree as thanks for support during WWII. This year’s tree, “Ever Oslo,” stands 20 metres tall and 65 years old, chosen by experts and voted for online. Its journey began with a felling ceremony attended by Oslo’s Mayor and Westminster’s Lord Mayor, followed by the lights switch-on on 4th December, a celebration of history and friendship. DFDS proudly plays a key role in this tradition, transporting the tree across the North Sea. On 21st November, the festive season truly began as our colleagues joined the ceremony in Norway, kicking off a 1,300 km journey. As “Ever Oslo” sailed aboard Ficaria Seaways, decorations were added by crew, a cherished custom. This year also marked progress in sustainability: an electric truck carried the tree 165 km from Oslo to Brevik, and the final leg to London was electric-powered too. Christmas is a season of traditions, and we’re proud to help keep one alive. From all of us at DFDS, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!...Show more

Every December, a towering Norwegian spruce lights up Trafalgar Square, a tradition that began in 1947 when Norway gifted the UK a tree as thanks for support during WWII. This year’s tree, “Ever Oslo,” stands 20 metres tall and 65 years old, chosen by experts and voted for online. Its journey began with a felling ceremony attended by Oslo’s Mayor and Westminster’s Lord Mayor, followed by the lights switch-on on 4th December, a celebration of history and friendship. DFDS proudly plays a key role in this tradition, transporting the tree across the North Sea. On 21st November, the festive season truly began as our colleagues joined the ceremony in Norway, kicking off a 1,300 km journey. As “Ever Oslo” sailed aboard Ficaria Seaways, decorations were added by crew, a cherished custom. This year also marked progress in sustainability: an electric truck carried the tree 165 km from Oslo to Brevik, and the final leg to London was electric-powered too. Christmas is a season of traditions, and we’re proud to help keep one alive. From all of us at DFDS, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

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🎉 Esbjerg–UK route celebrates 150 years of maritime connection 🎉 Each year, the Esbjerg–UK route handles over 100,000 trailers, equal to 1.5 million lanemeters of cargo, making it a vital freight corridor in Northern Europe. While passenger services ran from 1925 to 2014, freight has always been the backbone. Early shipments included live cattle, evolving to bacon, butter, and eggs, key Danish exports. “We’re proud to be part of a legacy spanning 150 years. The route remains a symbol of enduring partnership between Denmark and the UK,” says DFDS CEO Torben Carlsen. “As trade dynamics shift - from Brexit to EU-UK resets - our role is to provide stability and keep goods moving.” Today, DFDS operates two vessels, Ark Dania and Ark Germania, offering six weekly sailings between Esbjerg and Immingham, with a crossing time of 18.5 hours. The route is part of DFDS’s extensive network of 30 ferry routes across Europe, the UK, Ireland, Türkiye, and North Africa. Historic milestones include the launch of the first ship Riberhuus in 1875, the introduction of refrigeration in 1896, diesel ships in 1925, and radar-equipped vessels post-WWII. The 1960s saw drive-through car decks and floating pontoons. Ro-Ro freight began in the 1970s, and passenger services ended in 2014 with Sirena Seaways. Freight continues to thrive, cementing the route’s legacy! ...Show more

🎉 Esbjerg–UK route celebrates 150 years of maritime connection 🎉 Each year, the Esbjerg–UK route handles over 100,000 trailers, equal to 1.5 million lanemeters of cargo, making it a vital freight corridor in Northern Europe. While passenger services ran from 1925 to 2014, freight has always been the backbone. Early shipments included live cattle, evolving to bacon, butter, and eggs, key Danish exports. “We’re proud to be part of a legacy spanning 150 years. The route remains a symbol of enduring partnership between Denmark and the UK,” says DFDS CEO Torben Carlsen. “As trade dynamics shift - from Brexit to EU-UK resets - our role is to provide stability and keep goods moving.” Today, DFDS operates two vessels, Ark Dania and Ark Germania, offering six weekly sailings between Esbjerg and Immingham, with a crossing time of 18.5 hours. The route is part of DFDS’s extensive network of 30 ferry routes across Europe, the UK, Ireland, Türkiye, and North Africa. Historic milestones include the launch of the first ship Riberhuus in 1875, the introduction of refrigeration in 1896, diesel ships in 1925, and radar-equipped vessels post-WWII. The 1960s saw drive-through car decks and floating pontoons. Ro-Ro freight began in the 1970s, and passenger services ended in 2014 with Sirena Seaways. Freight continues to thrive, cementing the route’s legacy!

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Celebrating Safety Excellence at DFDS Out of 82 nominations across DFDS, two outstanding winners have emerged: Steve Allott, HGV driver from Killingholme, received the Safety Champion Award, and the crew of the Petunia Seaways earned the Safety Squad Award. Steve was recognised for his initiative in improving the safety net system on high trailers. Working in his own time, he redesigned the “kite” mechanism using Velcro and repositioned bungee cords to ensure safer loading of paper reels. His solution is now the standard in Killingholme, significantly reducing injury risk. The Petunia Seaways crew impressed with their dynamic safety culture. Led by Chief Officer Christian Lauridsen, drills are conducted without prior notice, simulating real-life scenarios and encouraging learning through experience. Their approach has resulted in just one LTI in three years and a strong reporting culture. Both winners celebrated locally with their teams, marking the beginning of a new annual tradition. Other finalists included teams from Trieste, Grimsby, Rotterdam, and Dover, all demonstrating exceptional commitment to safety. Congratulations to all nominees for driving safety forward at DFDS!...Show more

Celebrating Safety Excellence at DFDS Out of 82 nominations across DFDS, two outstanding winners have emerged: Steve Allott, HGV driver from Killingholme, received the Safety Champion Award, and the crew of the Petunia Seaways earned the Safety Squad Award. Steve was recognised for his initiative in improving the safety net system on high trailers. Working in his own time, he redesigned the “kite” mechanism using Velcro and repositioned bungee cords to ensure safer loading of paper reels. His solution is now the standard in Killingholme, significantly reducing injury risk. The Petunia Seaways crew impressed with their dynamic safety culture. Led by Chief Officer Christian Lauridsen, drills are conducted without prior notice, simulating real-life scenarios and encouraging learning through experience. Their approach has resulted in just one LTI in three years and a strong reporting culture. Both winners celebrated locally with their teams, marking the beginning of a new annual tradition. Other finalists included teams from Trieste, Grimsby, Rotterdam, and Dover, all demonstrating exceptional commitment to safety. Congratulations to all nominees for driving safety forward at DFDS!

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DFDS awards & accolades

New Talent Development, Motor Transport Awards, 2024
Operational Excellence Award, Motor Transport Awards, 2024
Business Excellence Award, Business of the Year, Motor Transport Awards, 2024
Best Large Organisation for Business Culture, Business Culture Awards, 2023
Employee Recognition Scheme Silver Award, Armed Forces Covenant - Employee Recognition Scheme, 2023

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Jobs at DFDS

Passenger Operations Coordinator - Part Time

Portsmouth, South East England, England

Belfast, Northern Ireland

Operations Coordinator

Belfast, Northern Ireland

Join DFDS This Season - Seasonal Maritime Roles Based in or Near Poole, UK

Employee reviews at DFDS

DFDS has an employee rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars, based on 296 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The DFDS employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Transportation and logistics industry (3.5 stars).

Ratings by category

3.7

Diversity & inclusion

3.5

Culture & values

3.5

Work/Life balance

3.2

Senior management

3.2

Compensation and benefits

3.1

Career opportunities

Employee reviews

Lgv driver/international truck driverCurrent employee

5.0

Made too feel very welcome from day1 very helpfull all the staff from management and supervisors

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