Irish Ferries sail in with new service

Irish Ferries iwill operate Isle of Inishmore on its new Dover to Calais service this summer

Operator to run cross-Channel ferries for first time

Rob Gill, TTG Media Ltd.

Irish Ferries is to start operating a new service between Dover and Calais for the first time in summer 2021 in a bold move to offer and alternative to the existing very fleets and the Channel Tunnel.

Despite the current travel restriction in place in the UK and uncertainty when some kind of normality will resume, the operator, part of Irish Continental Group, is planning to transfer its Isle of Inishmore ferry on to the busy cross-Channel route where it will compete with existing firms P&O Ferries and DFDS.

Services are due to begin in June 2021 with Irish Ferries planning to add more capacity on the Dover-Calais route in the “coming months”.

“We are very excited about launching our services on the best short sea ferry market in the world and we believe we can bring more choice for customers in the years ahead,” said Irish Ferries.

“The initial level of passenger services offered will be dependent on the easing of Covid-19 travel restrictions.”

Doug Bannister, Port of Dover’s chief executive, added: “We are delighted to welcome Irish Ferries to Dover. This announcement gives the millions of customers across the UK and the Republic of Ireland who value the intrinsic benefits of the shortest sea crossing to Europe, the prospect of even more choice.” 

Irish Ferries is also adding a new ship, Blue Star 1, to its fleet which will sail on the Rosslare to Pembroke route.

Peugeot app makes life easier

Peugeot is offering its customers a free app to control all vehicle-related services from just one device. As the world becomes increasingly digitalised, the smartphone has become an essential accessory, and the automotive industry is no exception.

As technology has evolved, consumer behaviours and expectations have evolved with it. In order to meet the changing needs of its customers, Peugeot developed the MYPEUGEOT app.  The app provides a multitude of helpful features that enable customers to stay connected with their vehicles, anytime and anywhere.

Free of charge and available on iOS and Android, the app makes it possible to manage all vehicle-related services from one device. Customers can easily access driving statistics, make appointments with their local retailer, view all vehicle documentation and sort and label journeys. It also includes services dedicated to plug-in HYBRID and electric vehicles.

The app also enables customers to manage the maintenance of their vehicles. With a single click, they can access their car’s full service logbook (from Q2 2021), plan for the next maintenance, schedule the next appointments and download their handbook directly to the app. Customers can easily get in touch with the Peugeot network, thanks to online appointment scheduling and the Peugeot Assistance service. 

MYPEUGEOT also includes features dedicated to plug-in Hybrid and electric vehicles. Thanks to the e-Remote control service, once a customer’s vehicle is connected to a charging station, they can manage the charging directly from their smartphone. This allows users to start charging at a time that suits them, or that offers them the best charging tariffs.

The user can also monitor the charging speed and the remaining charging time in real time. When the car is fully charged, or if the charging is interrupted, the customer is alerted through the application

This same service allows the temperature on-board to be pre-heated or pre-cooled, so that customers can set off on journeys in comfortable conditions. This feature is accessible whether the car is plugged in or not (depending on traction battery charge level). 

Customers can also consult the MYPEUGEOT app for assistance with the touchscreen, to update the multimedia system and to identify lights on the dashboard and their meanings.  The app also provides access to the latest news from the brand, including special offers, competitions and automotive events.

For information visit the Peugeot UK website