Yesterday we moored at our home quay in Eriksberg, Gothenburg. We left Gothenburg one year ago, the 8th of June 2022 for a great expedition! Almost exactly one year later we returned to officially open Gothenburg's 400-year anniversary with gun salute.
We also participated in the Jubilee Festival in Frihamnen 2–5 June, and had amazing days with 7,000 visitors on board in just those few short days. The 17th of June we open again to visitors, but now in Eriksberg in Gothenburg. We're open all through summer as part of the 400-year jubilee and offer guided tours on board. Welcome on board!
Check out the photos below to get a summary and glimpse of all the ports that we have visited in the past year.
Greencarrier och Göteborgs Stad är överens om att vilja skapa en långsiktig hemvist för Ostindiefararen vid Masthuggskajen. Målet är att fartyget ska spela huvudrollen i ett nytt historiskt upplevelsecentrum som ska stå klart 2031, och bidra till ett mer levande kajstråk nära Järntorget.
During the evening we will be joined by Mats Berggren, who during the construction period represented the Swedish Maritime Administration as a determined and persistent inspector, and Marie-Louise Edholm, who took part in building the rigging, has sailed with the ship, and has been responsible for the maintenance of the rig. You will gain insight into traditional craftsmanship, material choices, and the many challenges involved in combining historical authenticity with modern safety and operational requirements. If you were involved during this period, perhaps you have a story of your own to share. We would love to hear it! About halfway through the lecture, coffee and pastries will be available for purchase. All proceeds will go directly toward the re-rigging of the ship. Registration is free of charge. Please register by emailing: vanner@gotheborg.se A warm welcome! The Friends of East Indiaman Götheborg Association
Following growing interest in the future of the East Indiaman Götheborg, Greencarrier now presents detailed plans for a new permanent quay location and an adjacent experience center at Masthuggskajen in Gothenburg. The ambition is to create a new destination in the city ahead of the 300th anniversary of the Swedish East India Company in 2031. The first vision images are now being presented.