Green upgrades
Sustainable sailing for the coast we love.
A greater, greener fleet
By 2024, in one of the largest environmental ship upgrades in Europe and in our 129-year history, we will have transformed all seven of our ships with major green upgrades.
Three ships will be upgraded to hybrid electric power and our entire fleet will be more energy efficient, cutting CO2 emissions by 25% and NOx by 80%.
New hybrid electric technology on three of our ships means our guests can sail The Original Norwegian Coastal Express on quieter, state-of-the-art, and environmentally friendly ships.
It is a greater, greener way to enjoy ‘the world’s most beautiful voyage’ – our famous route along the Norwegian coast that we founded in 1893.
Green Upgrades
Certified biofuels
From approved sustainable sources
CO2 emissions cut by -25%
Thanks to the full suite of green upgrades
Free from single-use plastic
With biodegradable or long-lasting, high-quality alternatives
Minimized energy use
Through new propeller blades, new bulbous bow, new gears, and new control systems
NOx emissions cut by -80%
To achieve Tier III status – the highest international standard for NOx emissions
Three hybrid-powered ships
With large battery packs and new energy-efficient engines
State-of-the-art wastewater treatment systems
To minimize emissions to sea
Streamlined hulls
That optimize inertia and reduce drag when sailing
Shore-power connectivity on all ships
That allow them to ‘plug in’ to electricity when docked in port, reducing emissions
Meet the family
Each ship in our fleet is a well-known character on the coast, much loved by locals and guests across generations.
Learn the meaning behind the ship names and get to know the nuances between each. Which ship will you travel on?
Meet the family
Each ship in our fleet is a well-known character on the coast, much loved by locals and guests across generations.
Learn the meaning behind the ship names and get to know the nuances between each. Which ship will you travel on?