Who owns Destination Gotland?
The parent company, its largest shareholders and the state contract.
Short answer
Destination Gotland AB is a wholly owned subsidiary of Gotlandsbolaget AB, according to Destination Gotland. The largest shareholder group in Gotlandsbolaget, Trojaborg AB with Eric D Nilsson and family, held 61.31 percent of the shares on 31 July 2025. The ferry service runs under a contract with Trafikverket that lasts until 31 January 2035.
Why
- Destination Gotland says on its about page that Destination Gotland AB is a wholly owned subsidiary of Gotlandsbolaget AB.
- Gotlandsbolaget's ownership page lists Trojaborg AB and Eric D Nilsson with family at 61.31 percent of the shares and 76.22 percent of the votes, and RABG Intressenter AB at 18.33 percent, as of 31 July 2025.
- Destination Gotland says its contract period with Trafikverket runs until 31 January 2035.
Details
In its 2024 sustainability report, Destination Gotland says the three fast ships are owned by its parent company Gotlandsbolaget and that it runs the ferry service between Visby, Nynäshamn and Oskarshamn on behalf of the Swedish state and Trafikverket. For the ferries themselves, see Gotland ferries, and for places to stay on the island, see where to stay on Gotland and when to book.
Tip
Shareholdings change, so check Gotlandsbolaget's ownership page for the current figures if you need them.
What may differ
The ownership figures are dated 31 July 2025 and may be updated by Gotlandsbolaget. The list shows the ten largest shareholders only.
Common misconception
Destination Gotland is a state-owned company.
What actually happens
Destination Gotland says it is a wholly owned subsidiary of Gotlandsbolaget AB, whose list of the ten largest shareholders names companies, a foundation and private individuals. The state is the party it has a contract with through Trafikverket.
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Sources
- Destination Gotland: About Destination GotlandChecked at:
- Gotlandsbolaget: Ownership structureChecked at:
- Destination Gotland: Sustainability report 2024Checked at:
Information checked on 28 October 2026.
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