Yes! Götheborg of Sweden is getting ready for the expedition to Asia in 2022. We are pleased to announce a leg to Stockholm in August 2021. The stop-over in the capital city will be a showcase of future possibilities for Swedish companies that are looking for new business opportunities in East Asia.
The focus is now set on an East Asian expedition in 2022, with the mission to put Swedish innovations for a better world on display. The expedition and the ship as a platform provide a unique context where we can increase business opportunities for Swedish companies. At the same time, we will put focus on the greatest challenge of our times – the adaptation to a sustainable future.
"Götheborg is the world’s largest wooden, ocean-going sailing ship, and we look forward to setting sail in August. The trip to Stockholm will be the first stop on our expedition to East Asia 2022. In Stockholm we will demonstrate the ship and its fantastic possibilities as a platform for business and sustainability," says Peter Alexandersson CEO, SOIC Ship Management.
Götheborg of Sweden is a unique platform, and we will meet partners and key stakeholders who would like to join our mission and create new business in East Asia. We believe that Swedish innovations are an important and necessary part of the solution towards our vision of creating a sustainable future. We see this part of the world as an important and growing market and the expedition will be a great platform for Sweden and the companies and brands that will join us.
After extensive maintenance work, including two shipyard visits, as well as lifting and inspecting the 15-ton mainmast, Götheborg is ready to sail again.
The sailing from Gothenburg will take twelve days. On arrival in Stockholm on the 26th of August, we plan to salute the city in our special way. We will moor at Skeppsbron 105 until the 4th of September, before heading back.
Next week, we will open the application for deckhand positions for sailing to Stockholm.
If you would like to join this adventure, follow us on our social media channels or on our website to make sure you don’t miss the application date.
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.