Danish eco-ferry company ForSea Ferries is looking for a new boss after chief executive Johan Rostin resigned.
Rostin has been in the position at the former HH-Ferries for nearly three years.
The hunt for a successor has begun, with the board appointing Jens Ole Hansen, currently chief operating officer (COO), as interim CEO.
“It has been a privilege to lead ForSea for almost three years," said Rostin.
"The company has come a long way during a short time, and I am proud to have contributed to the many changes we implemented and the results we have achieved.
"I have decided that now is the right time to step down from my position, and I have agreed with the board to leave ForSea immediately, but I will be available to the interim CEO if he needs me.”
Green journey begun
Chairman Rasmus Christiansen added: "The board of directors appreciates Johan Rostin’s dedication and commitment to ForSea.
"Johan led the charge in creating a new brand, a stronger organisation and embarked the company on a green journey. We want to thank Johan for his contribution to setting the company on a great new path and reaching these important milestones.”
The company is aiming to reach zero CO2 emissions for its fleet of five vessels.
It has already equipped two ro-paxes with battery power. They were converted from conventional diesel engines and are the world's biggest battery-operated vessels.
The new technology cuts emissions by about 65% or the equivalent of 23,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide per year, ForSea has said.
HH-Ferries became ForSea in 2018 to reflect its green agenda. It had merged with Scandlines in Denmark in 2010.
It runs ships between Helsingor and Helsingborg.
The company is owned by European infrastructure fund under First State Investments.
