Sustainability

Working toward an emission-free future

Sea Zero Concept visualisation
Sea Zero Concept visualisation
Photo: Illustrations: VARD Design

Sea Zero

We’ve begun our most ambitious sustainability initiative ever in our 130-year history: developing zero-emission ships tailored to the Norwegian coast by 2030.

We are partnering with SINTEF, one of Europe’s largest independent research organizations, to explore solutions in energy efficiency and battery power.

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Sea Zero Concept visualisation
Sea Zero Concept visualisation
Photo: Illustrations: VARD Design
Hurtigruten ship MS Polarlys inside the Norangs Fjord.
Photo: Hurtigruten Photo Competition

A better, greener fleet

By 2024, in one of the largest environmental ship upgrades in Europe and in our 130-year history, we will have transformed all seven of our ships with major green upgrades.

Our entire fleet will be more energy efficient, cutting CO2 emissions by 25% and NOx by 80%, and three ships will be upgraded to hybrid power.

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Hurtigruten ship MS Polarlys inside the Norangs Fjord.
Photo: Hurtigruten Photo Competition

Our green credentials

  • Certified biofuels

    From approved sustainable sources

  • Minimised energy use

    Through new propeller blades, new bulbous bow, new gears, and new control systems

  • Streamlined hulls

    That optimise inertia and reduce drag when sailing

  • Free from single-use plastic

    With biodegradable or long-lasting, high-quality alternatives

  • Shore-power connectivity

    That allows all ships to ‘plug in’ to electricity when docked in port, reducing emissions

  • State-of-the-art wastewater treatment

    Systems to minimise emissions to sea

Committed to the future of our home

Our deep love for Norway’s coast compels us to take care of its pristine waters and shores – as well as the livelihoods of those who live there.

Committed to the future of our home

Our deep love for Norway’s coast compels us to take care of its pristine waters and shores – as well as the livelihoods of those who live there.

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Caring for the Coast – Nature

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Caring for the Coast – Livelihoods

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Caring for the Coast – People

Our strategy for sustainability

In our report, you can read about where we are today, our goals for the future, and how we will improve sustainability across four main areas:

  • Sea Zero is our flagship project to sail a zero-emission ship by 2030. We are also working on environmental upgrades for all seven of our ships
  • Build Local Communities aims to strengthen coastal communities by continuing to support local businesses and creating ripple effects
  • Green Guest Experience will provide guests with a more sustainable travel experience by offering more environmentally friendly options
  • Through Our People, we want to create a better workplace for our employees, with a focus on health, safety, and welfare

Download our ESG strategy

Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) report

For a more in-depth look at the actions we’re taking to create positive effects in and around what we do, our latest ESG report has all the details.