Liberty Lines reports 2.5 million passengers for summer 2026

Liberty Lines reported a strong conclusion to the 2026 summer season, transporting nearly 2.5 million passengers across its primary Sicilian routes. This figure represents an increase of over 170,000 passengers compared to the same period in 2025.

Significant growth was observed in several island connections. The Egadi Islands saw a 12.4% increase, adding over 100,000 travelers. The Aeolian Islands remained the company’s largest market with nearly 1.1 million passengers, a 4.3% rise. Other notable increases included Ustica (+6.7%), Pantelleria (+5.8%), the Pelagie Islands (+6.6%), and the Strait of Messina (+4.6%).

The company attributed these results to a fleet renewal program initiated in 2022. The introduction of the “Ettore Morace,” a new generation hybrid fast vessel, completed the arrival of nine hybrid units. These new ships now constitute approximately one-third of the total fleet and have increased overall transport capacity by more than 36%.