P&O Ferries of the UK has carried more freight across the English Channel in the first six months than in any other comparable period in its modern history.
The shipowner said the record figure of 710,813 lorries was achieved by its fleet of six vessels.
The total is up 10.4% from 2016, which was itself a record half-year.
Cargoes have included fresh fruit and vegetables, wine and beer, white goods, building materials and components for production lines.
