DFDS, the Copenhagen based ferry group, has reported a slight rise in passenger volumes a the demand for passenger ferry services in the second quarter compared to last year was boosted by the late Easter.

The number of passengers in the latest quarter increased 3.6% compared to the second quarter of 2016, while in the first six months of the year, volumes increased 1.8%.

“Outside peak seasons demand from UK residents continue to be soft while demand from overseas markets, especially Asia, is increasing,” the company said in a statement.