Grimaldi Lines

Grimaldi Lines, founded in 1947 in Naples, is one of Italy‘s oldest shipping companies. Initially dedicated to cargo transport, it gradually expanded its services to include passenger transport.

Currently, the company operates 20 maritime connections in the Mediterranean Sea under the Grimaldi Lines brand, connections in the Baltic Sea under the Finnlines brand, domestic lines in Greece under the Minoan Lines brand, and links Barcelona and Valencia to the Balearic Islands under the Trasmed brand.

About Grimaldi Lines’ Service

Grimaldi Lines offers 20 maritime connections in the Mediterranean Sea, 7 of which sail to/from Sardinia: Livorno-Olbia, Civitavecchia–Porto Torres, Civitavecchia-Olbia, Civitavecchia-Arbatax, Civitavecchia-Cagliari, Naples-Cagliari, Palermo-Cagliari and vice versa. Grimaldi Lines also reaches Sicily with the lines Livorno-Palermo, Naples-Palermo, Salerno-Palermo, Cagliari-Palermo and vice versa, Spain, with the lines Civitavecchia-Barcelona, Porto Torres-Barcelona, and vice versa, Greece with the lines Brindisi-Igoumenitsa, Brindisi-Corfu, Ancona-Igoumenitsa, Ancona-Corfu and vice versa, and Tunisia with the lines Civitavecchia-Tunis, Salerno-Tunis, Palermo–Tunis and vice versa.

Grimaldi Lines’ Vessels

Grimaldi Lines’ fleet consists of 14 modern ferries, each equipped with advanced facilities to ensure maximum passenger comfort.

The two flagships Cruise Roma and Cruise Barcelona, linking Italy with Sardinia and Spain, as well as being the first Mediterranean ships with zero emissions in port, are also the largest in the fleet, carrying up to 3,500 passengers. Not far behind are Cruise Sardegna and Cruise Europa, employed on the Livorno-Olbia link and also equipped with numerous services to make the crossing a real holiday anticipation.

Grimaldi Lines’ Onboard Amenities

On board, passengers will find numerous dining areas, an outdoor swimming pool, and spaces dedicated to wellness, such as the Wellness Centre, present on Cruise Roma, Cruise Barcelona, Cruise Europa, and Cruise Sardegna, which includes a sauna, Turkish bath, jacuzzi, relaxation area, rooms for massages and beauty treatments, as well as tri-facial lamps and sun showers. Zeus Palace and Europalink, which travel to Greece from Brindisi, have a massage room and sauna, respectively.

The à la carte and self-service restaurants offer a variety of traditional Mediterranean dishes, along with gluten-free options and Halal dishes for passengers on routes to/from Tunisia. Snack bars, located both indoors and on the outside decks, offer quick snacks during crossings.

Grimaldi Lines also offers a shop with a wide range of products and souvenirs, and recreational areas for the entertainment of young and old.

Almost all ships also have a disco and an area with live musical entertainment.

Grimaldi Lines’ Commitment to Accessibility

The company is committed to ensuring accessibility for all passengers, including those with reduced mobility. On board its ships, there are elevators with lighted keypads, audio, and buttons appropriate for blind passengers, facilitating access to the decks. Cabins equipped for passengers with reduced mobility are equipped with toilets that comply with current regulations. On the main routes on board, tactile guides are installed to direct blind passengers to the main services. In addition, dedicated toilets equipped for passengers with reduced mobility are available in common areas.

To ensure further comfort and safety, there are seats on board the ships reserved for passengers with reduced mobility, identified by nameplates and equipped with wheelchair restraint systems. These measures reflect Grimaldi Lines’ ongoing commitment to making sea travel accessible and comfortable for all passengers.

Grimaldi Lines’ Business Partnerships

Grimaldi Lines has developed a network of strategic business partnerships to expand its services and improve the passenger experience. Notable among these are partnerships with Trasmed, which operates routes to the Balearic Islands, and with other shipping companies and international logistics operators to optimize freight and passenger transport. The company also works with major tour operators, travel agencies, and online booking platforms, facilitating access to travel services for a global customer base.

Grimaldi Lines’ Prizes and Certifications

Grimaldi Lines is internationally recognized for the quality of its services and its commitment to environmental sustainability. The company has received numerous awards, including prizes for technological innovation and maritime safety. Grimaldi Lines is also a member of several maritime and environmental associations, actively participating in initiatives and projects to promote sustainable practices in the transport sector.

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