The Gulf of Finland is almost completely frozen – A hovercraft was put into operation in the Kotka archipelago
Due to challenging conditions in the Gulf of Finland, a hovercraft has been deployed in the Kotka archipelago to maintain transportation services, as the ice has hindered ferry operations.
An official ice road will not be built to Piirissaar
An official ice road to Piirissaar will not be constructed, as local residents can use hovercraft or established trails.
The hovercrafts ready on Vättern: 'Only us who can get through'
Volunteers from the Swedish Sea Rescue Society highlight the challenges and dangers of navigating the varying ice conditions on Lake Vättern this winter.
The Coast Guard's enormous vessel – hovers over the ground
During the winter months, the Swedish Coast Guard replaces its boats with the country's largest hovercraft to patrol the coastline from Skellefteå to Haparanda's archipelago, capable of navigating both open water and ice.