Fjords Zero Emissions
All cruise ships, tourist boats and ferries in the West Norwegian Fjords – Geirangerfjord and Nærøyfjord - are required to be fully zero-emission by 2026
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About Fjords Zero Emission
The Norwegian Parliament has adopted a resolution to halt emissions from cruise ships and ferries in the West Norwegian Fjords – Geirangerfjord and Nærøyfjord World Heritage site by 2026 at the latest. This will make the fjords among the world’s first zero emission zones at sea. The decision is expected to have a positive impact on the local population, transport and tourism, climate and broader fjord environment, as well as the maritime industry.
Norway has the highest amount of port calls in the world (link). Therefore this rule is expected to have a high local impact, in particular on cruise vessels and roros.
References
Norwegian Maritime Authority - Assignment on implementation of zero emissions requirement for cruise ships, tourist boats and ferries in the World Heritage fjords by 2026
Norwegian Maritime Authority - Zero emissions in the world heritage fjords by 2026
Norwegian Parliament - Norwegian parliament adopts zero-emission regulations in World Heritage fjords
DNV - Norway challenges the cruise industry to operate emission free
