DFDS Overview
- Year Founded
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1866
- Status
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Public
- Employees
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15,065
- Stock Symbol
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DFDS
- Investments
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36
- Share Price
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$23.32
- (As of Friday Closing)
DFDS General Information
Description
DFDS AS is a transportation and logistics company domiciled in Denmark. The two main divisions are the ferry division and the logistics division. The ferry division operates ferry routes around Europe, transporting freight, passengers, and passenger cruise ferries. The logistics division provides transport solutions for full and part loads as well as contract logistics solutions, including warehousing. Its main customers include manufacturers of industrial goods. The company generates the majority of its revenue from the ferry division. It has a presence in geographical markets such as the North Sea, the Mediterranean, the Baltic and Channel, Continental, Nordic, and the UK/Ireland.
Contact Information
Website
www.dfds.comCorporate Office
- Marmorvej 18
- 2100 Copenhagen
- Denmark
Corporate Office
- Marmorvej 18
- 2100 Copenhagen
- Denmark
DFDS Timeline
DFDS Stock Performance
As of 13-Nov-2026, DFDS’s stock price is $23.32. Its current market cap is $1.26B with 54M shares.
(As of Friday Closing)
| Stock Price | Previous Close | 52 wk Range | Market Cap | Shares | Average Volume | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $23.32 | $23.54 | $12.87 - $26.87 | $1.26B | 54M | 64.9K | $0.41 |
DFDS Financials Summary
As of 30-Sep-2026, DFDS has a trailing 12-month revenue of $4.99B.
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In Thousands, USD |
TTM 30-Sep-2026 | FY 2025 31-Dec-2025 | FY 2024 31-Dec-2024 | FY 2023 31-Dec-2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EV | 3,518,455 | 3,327,094 | 3,162,417 | 4,135,512 |
| Revenue | 4,985,711 | 4,675,642 | 4,315,681 | 3,962,147 |
| EBITDA | 660,957 | 574,125 | 651,007 | 719,348 |
| Net Income | 21,923 | (64,513) | 77,459 | 219,998 |
| Total Assets | 5,608,347 | 5,837,016 | 5,480,356 | 5,144,107 |
| Total Debt | 2,402,472 | 2,638,821 | 2,571,014 | 2,261,079 |
DFDS Valuation & Funding
| Deal Type | Date | Amount | Valuation/ EBITDA |
Post-Val | Status | Debt |
|---|
DFDS Comparisons
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DFDS Competitors (47)
One of DFDS’s 47 competitors is DSV, a Corporation company based in Hedehusene, Denmark.
| Company Name | Financing Status | Location | Employees | Total Raised | Last Financing Date/Type | Last Financing Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DSV | Corporation | Hedehusene, Denmark | ||||
| Grieg Logistics | Private Equity-Backed | Bergen, Norway | ||||
| United Parcel Service | Corporation | Atlanta, GA | ||||
| Logistics Development Group | Formerly PE-Backed | London, United Kingdom | ||||
| Schneider National | Corporation | Green Bay, WI |
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DFDS Investors
| Investor Name | Investor Type | Holding | Investor Since | Participating Rounds | Contact Info |
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DFDS Investments & Acquisitions (36)
DFDS’s most recent deal was a Merger/Acquisition with EKOL Lojistik for . The deal was made on 15-Nov-2024.
| Company Name | Deal Date | Deal Type | Deal Size | Industry | Lead Partner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EKOL Lojistik | 15-Nov-2024 | Merger/Acquisition | Logistics | ||
| FRS Iberia/Maroc | 10-Jan-2024 | Merger/Acquisition | Logistics | ||
| FRS | 17-Sep-2023 | Merger/Acquisition | Marine | ||
| Estron Group | 18-Jul-2023 | Merger/Acquisition | Logistics | ||
| D.R. Macleod (Haulage Operations) | 22-May-2023 | Merger/Acquisition | Road |
DFDS ESG
Risk Overview
Risk Rating
Updated November, 04, 2026
18.7 | Low Risk
Risk Scale
A lower score indicates better sustainability
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0-10
Low
10-20
Med
20-30
High
30-40
Severe
40+
Exposure
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Peers Analysis
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DFDS Exits (1)
DFDS’s most recent exit was on 01-Jan-2020 from SubBlue Robotics. The exit was categorized as with 2 buyers.
| Company Name | Exit Date | Exit Type | Exit Size | Status | Buyers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SubBlue Robotics | 01-Jan-2020 | Completed |
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DFDS Affiliates
Subsidiaries (6)
| Name | Industry | Location | Year Founded |
|---|---|---|---|
| primeRail | Troisdorf, Germany | 2019 | |
| Gothenburg Roro Terminal | Gothenburg, Sweden | 2009 | |
| FRS Iberia/Maroc | Cádiz, Spain | 2000 | |
| EKOL Lojistik | Istanbul, Turkey | 1990 | |
| The McBurney Transport Group | Ballymena, United Kingdom | 1965 |
DFDS FAQs
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When was DFDS founded?
DFDS was founded in 1866.
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Where is DFDS headquartered?
DFDS is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark.
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What is the size of DFDS?
DFDS has 15,065 total employees.
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What industry is DFDS in?
DFDS’s primary industry is Marine.
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Is DFDS a private or public company?
DFDS is a Public company.
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What is DFDS’s stock symbol?
The ticker symbol for DFDS is DFDS.
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What is the current stock price of DFDS?
As of 13-Nov-2026 the stock price of DFDS is $23.32.
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What is the current market cap of DFDS?
The current market capitalization of DFDS is $1.26B.
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What is DFDS’s current revenue?
The trailing twelve month revenue for DFDS is $4.99B.
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Who are DFDS’s competitors?
DSV, Grieg Logistics, United Parcel Service, Logistics Development Group, and Schneider National are some of the 47 competitors of DFDS.
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What is DFDS’s annual earnings per share (EPS)?
DFDS’s EPS for 12 months was $0.41.
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