1977
Transcamion founded in Munich (freight ferry specialists).
About Us
AFerry - Ferry travel. Simplified.
Last updated: Mon, Feb 2, 2026, 21:58
For nearly 50 years, the AFerry family of companies has helped people and businesses cross the water by ferry - safely, simply, and with confidence. Our story began in 1977 with Transcamion, a family company founded in Munich and welcomed into the AFerry group in 2013. Today, led by James Howe-Davies (CEO) and Michael Howe-Davies (COO), following their father Chris, we have an excellent 6-strong leadership team that continues a proud tradition of 5 decades of innovation and trust.
From freight bookings to leading digital platforms, our mission stays the same - to make ferry travel straightforward. We connect millions of travellers to hundreds of routes and helping our ferry partners sell their services online with honesty and long-term partnership.
The AFerry Team
Our history
Five decades of ferries and innovation
1977-1996 - Transcamion and the Ro/Ro era
Transcamion began in 1977 as a pioneer in Ro/Ro freight ferry bookings. Working with operators across Europe and the Middle East, it set new standards for reliability and efficiency - powered by early IT systems and personal relationships that defined its reputation for service.
1997-2004 - Entee Global Services, WebRes and The Travel Gateway
In 1997, Chris Howe-Davies founded Entee Global Services, creating WebRes, one of the first online ferry and travel booking engines. It powered P&O Ferries, LD Lines (now part of DFDS), easyBus and easyHotel. By 2001, Entee evolved into The Travel Gateway, combining ferry and accommodation bookings, and in 2003 launched LCT Support Services to deliver port support across the UK.
2005-2008 - 2morrow Group and Ferrysavers
To unite these ventures, the 2morrow Group was formed in 2005, the same year we acquired Ferrysavers from Wyndham (formerly Cendant). The UK's best-known ferry comparison brand remains part of our family today. In 2008, James Howe-Davies became Group CEO, joined by his brother Michael as COO - guiding the next generation of growth and innovation.
2007-2013 - Real-world experience and Transcamion acquisition
Alongside our technology focus, we gained operational insight through HD Ferries (Channel Islands services) and HD Air Ltd (cargo and charter aviation). In 2013, Transcamion joined AFerry, combining nearly four decades of freight expertise with our digital distribution strength.
2017 - One brand: AFerry Ltd
In 2017, The Travel Gateway became AFerry Ltd, aligning the company with our flagship website AFerry.com. This rebrand reflected our focus on ferry travel and our goal to make booking simple, transparent and secure for everyone.
2018-Today - Growth, technology, awards and trust
Since 2018, AFerry has continued to expand globally, connecting over 100 operators including Balearia, DFDS, Brittany Ferries and P&O Ferries. Our teams in Oxford, Birmingham, Newhaven, Edinburgh, Madrid, Munich and Nice deliver technology and service that make ferry travel faster and more reliable.
From 2020 onwards
AFerry has been recognised as an industry leader for customer experience and trust, winning multiple World Travel Awards for "World's Leading Ferry Website" and "Europe's Leading Ferry Booking Website". These honours reflect our ongoing investment in people, technology and partnerships - and the confidence our customers show through our Trustpilot and Google ratings, both ranked `Excellent'.
Today, AFerry stands as the world's leading ferry comparison and booking service trusted by millions of travellers and operators alike. Ferry travel. Simplified. It's more than our strapline - it's our promise.
Why Choose AFerry?
Trust and transparency: Clear information, no hidden fees, and support when you need it.
Widest choice, best value: Compare routes and fares easily - start with our ferry operators or popular ferry routes.
Built for the long term: A family business with almost five decades of ferry expertise, trusted by travellers and ferry partners worldwide.
Plan your next journey with AFerry.com, explore our FAQs, or contact us - we're here to help you get there, hassle-free.
Timeline highlights
1997
Chris Howe-Davies launches Entee Global Services and WebRes.
2001
The Travel Gateway created.
2003
LCT Support Services launched, reliably serving in the ports of Portsmouth and Newhaven.
2005
2morrow Group formed; Ferrysavers joins the family.
2006-2008
HD Ferries and HD Air operated by the Howe-Davies family.
2008
James Howe-Davies becomes Group CEO.
2013
Transcamion acquired into the AFerry group.
2017
The Travel Gateway rebrands as AFerry Ltd with HQ at 2morrow Court, Oxfordshire.
2020-2026
AFerry wins multiple World Travel Awards; achieves Excellent ratings on Trustpilot and Google for customer service and reliability.
Our Head Office
2morrow Court, Appleford Road, Sutton Courtenay, Oxfordshire. OX14 4FH. UK.