Grimaldi Group and Trasmed present record results and a 1.300 billion euro investment in their sustainable fleet at SIL BCN 2026

Maritime Logistics

Trasmed, the Spanish shipping company of the Grimaldi Group, presented at SIL BCN 2026 a positive EBITDA of 21,5 million euros in 2025. The holding company announced an investment of more than 1.300 billion euros in nine sustainable ro-pax ferries, reinforcing the role of Barcelona and Valencia as strategic hubs.


In the framework of the International Logistics Exhibition (SIL BCN 2026), Trasmed, the Spanish shipping company of Grupo Grimaldi[Company Name] has presented its 2025 financial results, highlighting a positive EBITDA of €21,5 million and a 70% improvement in its profit. The company, along with its parent company, has already... Finnlines, has detailed a roadmap that includes an investment of over 1.300 billion euros in a sustainable fleet, consolidating its commitment to efficiency and decarbonization in maritime transport.

Trasmed's financial consolidation: Growth and debt reduction

Trasmed The company closed fiscal year 2025 with a remarkable upward trend in its main economic indicators, despite an environment marked by competition and geopolitical uncertainty. The company has achieved a Positive EBITDA of 21,5 million eurosThis reverses the trend of previous years. This progress is supported by a 9,4% increase in revenue, reaching €165,4 million, and a drastic 66% reduction in debt compared to 2024. Management expects to achieve a positive net result throughout 2026 and a zero-debt scenario by 2027.

Ettore MoraceCEO Trasmed, has stated that “2025 has been a year of consolidation for TrasmedThe results reflect the company's evolution since 2021 and the effectiveness of the decisions made, with a general improvement across all indicators. In a particularly demanding environment, this data confirms the strength of the service and our ability to continue reinforcing our role in connectivity between the Iberian Peninsula and the Balearic Islands.".

Trasmed Key Results (Fiscal Year 2025)
Indicator Valor 2025 Ranking Variation
EBIT 21,5 millones de euros Positive (70% improvement in result)
Revenue 165,4 millones de euros +9,4% vs. 2024
Deuda -66% vs. 2024
Passengers transported More than Consolidated growth
Merchandise units 339.394 +2,25% vs. 2024
Cumulative CO₂ reduction (2024-2025) 22.800 tonnes -6.200 additional tons in 2025

Operational growth in passenger and cargo

At the operational level, Trasmed has consolidated its position as a leading operator on routes between the Península y BalearesDuring 2025, the shipping company transported more than 700.000 passengersIn the freight segment, it moved 339.394 units, 2,25% more than in 2024, despite an operational reconfiguration that optimized the number of trips and, therefore, the associated emissions. This data reinforces its role as a key logistics player in the Balearic Islands' supply chain.

Sustainability Strategy: Progress in decarbonization

Sustainability is a central pillar of the company's strategy. By 2025, Trasmed It reduced its emissions by 6.200 tons of CO₂, which adds to the 16.600 tons of 2024, reaching a cumulative reduction of 22.800 tons in two years. A key milestone has been the connection to the electricity grid on land (Onshore Power Supply – OPS) in the port of Barcelona. Since March 2025, the ship Ciudad de Palma It has consumed more than 722 MWh of renewable energy, eliminating emissions in port. These advances allow the company to participate in the program Lean & Green, with the goal of obtaining its first star in 2027.

Grimaldi Group: A strategic investment of 1.300 billion in fleet and infrastructure

The growth of Trasmed It is part of the powerful global strategy of Grupo GrimaldiThe Italian holding company has launched an investment program exceeding 1.300 millones de euros for the construction of nine new ro-pax ferries, which will be incorporated between 2028 and 2030. These ships will represent a qualitative leap in decarbonization:

  • Dual propulsion with methanol: Prepared for one of the alternative fuels with the greatest potential.
  • PAHO Systems: For electrical connection in port, eliminating emissions during stopovers.
  • Efficiency technologies: Low-friction silicone coatings and other advances will allow for a reduction of more than 50% in CO₂ emissions per unit transported.

Furthermore, during 2025, the group has added several PCTC vessels to its fleet (Pure Car and Truck Carrier) Ammonia Readyand Grande Tianjin and the Grande Shanghaiprepared for future adaptation to ammonia as fuel. In the north of Europa, its subsidiary Finnlines It already operates with the Eco-class hybrid vessels, capable of operating with zero emissions in port.

En EspañaThis strategy is being implemented through investments in port infrastructure in Barcelona y ValenciaThe unification of terminals, the construction of a vehicle silo with a photovoltaic plant, and the electrification of docks consolidate both ports as hubs strategic in the logistics network of Grupo Grimaldiconnecting the Mediterráneo with the north of Europa and the Báltico.

Key points and frequently asked questions about the Grimaldi Group's strategy in Spain

As an exporter, how does the Grimaldi Group's investment in Spain affect me?

For Spanish exporting and importing companies, the investment translates into greater reliability, capacity, and efficiency on key maritime routes. The modernization of the fleet and infrastructure in Barcelona y Valencia It ensures more robust and sustainable connectivity, allowing for the optimization of supply chains and compliance with the growing sustainability (ESG) requirements demanded by international markets.

What does this consolidation as strategic hubs mean for the ports of Barcelona and Valencia?

The heavy investment of Grupo Grimaldi reinforces the positioning of Barcelona y Valencia as first-level intermodal logistics hubs in the MediterráneoThis attracts larger cargo volumes, fosters the development of value-added logistics services, and improves its competitiveness compared to other European ports, consolidating the logistics corridor between southern and northern Europe. Europa.

Why is the commitment to ships with dual propulsion and prepared for ammonia so relevant?

This decision is a strategic move to accelerate the decarbonization of the maritime sector. By investing in vessels that can operate on methanol or be adapted for ammonia, the Grupo Grimaldi It not only complies with current environmental regulations, but also anticipates future regulations from the International Maritime Organization (IMO). This ensures the long-term operational viability of its fleet and offers its customers a transport solution ready for a zero-emissions future.

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