History Of DFDS

With his 1866 proposal to combine four Danish steamship firms into DFDS (Det Forenede Dampskibs-Selskab), C.F. Tietgen had a clear goal: The new business made possible commerce that was expanding rapidly in the wake of industrialization, resulting in prosperity for everybody. In those days, the UK was the industrial locomotive of the globe, supplying coal and products to the energy- and textile-hungry markets of Scandinavia and beyond. Conversely, the steam ships in these nations allowed farmers to access the UK’s quickly expanding food and raw material market.

With the expansion it fostered, DFDS grew rapidly. About 1900, DFDS steam ships linked the new Russian industrial region surrounding St. Petersburg with farmers across the Black Sea. Through the establishment of routes to the USA, DFDS helped European farmers transition from being exporters of animals to producers and exporters of processed goods like butter and bacon. In addition, DFDS linked cities in Denmark and Scandinavia with the rest of the globe and with themselves. The foundation for all of this was a fleet of over 120 ships, which was at the time one of the biggest in the world.

DFDS moved people hoping to find better opportunities in the United States. DFDS maintained supplies of vital food and coal to Europeans who would have otherwise gone hungry and without a means of heating their houses throughout the world wars. There were jobs and industry maintained. Following the war, DFDS‘ ships—many of which now had diesel engines—kept transporting people and commodities between the UK and continental Europe, the Mediterranean and Scandinavia, and Iceland. The first to create a ro-ro service at the end of the 1960s, DFDS made it possible for trucks and trailers transporting industrial goods to be shipped more effectively.

The same aim drove the development of the logistics operations starting in 1972. Door-to-door connecting of individuals and companies to promote growth for everyone. Dan Transport was one of Northern Europe’s biggest forwarding and logistics firms until DFDS bought it in 1998. To concentrate business resources on shipping, DFDS Dan Transport was sold in 2000. Following the 2010 purchase of Norfolkline and a number of logistics acquisitions, DFDS once again underwent a metamorphosis to become a distinctive European Shipping and Logistics Group offering essential infrastructure services throughout Europe.

Today, DFDS has firmly committed to the growth of digital capabilities in order to carry out its original mission: They move for everyone to grow.

Offers to France

DFDS has many wonderful experiences waiting for you just a channel crossing away. If you are in need of a peaceful vacation, a family trip with kids or want to get some fantastic discounts at DFDS Duty Free store, DFDS are here to take you there. Benefit from the facilities and luxury of their services as you go on your way to discover the allure and splendour of France. Make DFDS your ticket to the most memorable holidays and the best prices on your journeys.

• Take a day trip to France from just £39 return per car + up to 4 people
• Take a 3 day short break from just £99 return per car + up to 4 people
• Enjoy a 5 day short break, from just £129 return per car + up to 4 people
• Spend €150 in the Calais or Dunkerque Duty Free stores and get your next day trip on them!
• Spend €250 in the Calais or Dunkerque Duty Free stores and get a free day trip PLUS 10% off instantly!

Day Trip to DFDS Duty Free Shops

Offering the ideal chance to discover a new place, visit DFDS Duty Free Shops in Dunkerque and Calais from only £39 day return. Enjoy unrestricted baggage and amazing discounts of up to 50% over the UK high street. At the recently opened Dunkerque Duty Free Shop and Calais Duty Free Shop, stuff your boot with fantastic bargains. Just crossings with a return on the same day as the departure are eligible for the £39 day trip deal. You also receive a free day excursion to use another time when you spend €150 in their Duty Free shop when you return! Travel by July 17, 2024; book by July 16, 2024. Get a free day excursion AND 10% off right away when you spend €250 at the Duty Free outlets in Dunkerque or Calais! Open from 9:30 to 22:00 French time are both stores. Applying terms and conditions.

3 Day Short Break

Load up the car and set off on a short break to France with DFDS from just £99 per car, which can carry up to 4 people. Find local markets, learn about Dunkirk history, and have new experiences just over the channel. Moreover, if you spend €150 on your return in their Duty Free store, you will get a free day trip to use some other time! If you need more time, then their 5-day short break that costs only £129. Book not later than 14 July 2024 and travel not later than 17 July 2024. Shop for €250 in-store and get a free day trip plus 10% discount immediately. Embark on your journey with DFDS now!

5 Day Short Break

Are you attempting to determine the most suitable way of seeing France’s breathtaking landscapes and culture? The five-day short break from DFDS is ideal for all those who want to unwind and spend five days exploring the rich culture, delicious food, and charming towns of France. This holiday, departing from Dover, gives you enough time to properly start relaxing in holiday mode with all the convenience, cost and adventure you can handle. In addition, a free day trip to use at a later date is also given when you spend €150 in DFDS Duty Free shop on your return! Travel by 17th July 2024; book by 12th July 2024. Receive 10% discount at once and a free day trip if you spend €250 in the shop. Priced at only £129 per vehicle for up to four people, it’s the perfect opportunity for a longer holiday.

Duty Free at DFDS

Shop Duty Free with DFDS around-the-clock, on deck, and beside the dock to save up to 50% off UK high street prices! Huge savings are available on a large selection of high-end toys, cosmetics, fragrances, and more in DFDS onboard duty free shops. It’s simple to load your boot with fantastic bargains on beers, wines, and spirits when you arrive at their ports and park just outside DFDS Calais and Dunkerque Duty Free Shops. A smooth and pleasurable shopping experience is further ensured with the ability to choose your Duty Free items at home and pick them up in-store with their new Reserve & Collect service.

Sail Away to France: Discover Amazing Offers with DFDS

Great things are waiting for you when you sail with DFDS just over the water. They can transport you there whether your goals are a leisurely vacation, a family vacation, or great Duty Free bargains at the Duty Free shop.

Take advantage of DFDS fantastic France specials now! Plan your trip with DFDS right now to take advantage of amazing discounts and a smooth travel experience. Book now and discover DFDS deals by clicking this link. DFDS is where your French journey begins!