Baltic Sea transport developments in Germany and Sweden

A historic East German high-speed train, the SVT Görlitz, is scheduled to run a special route between the islands of Usedom and Rügen on November 17. Organized by the private initiative “Ein Zug für Mitteldeutschland,” the journey, named the “Kaiserbad-Kurier,” will depart from Heringsdorf and travel via Stralsund and the Rügen Causeway to reach Binz.

In separate maritime news, plans have been announced to revive the “Königslinie” ferry connection between Sassnitz, Germany, and Trelleborg, Sweden, starting in July 2027. Operated by HLS Hanse Linie Shipping GmbH, the service will utilize the vessel M/S Drotten. Unlike previous passenger-focused services, this new concept will prioritize freight transport, offering three departures per day between Monday and Friday.