Sustainability at Fjord Line

Large ships weighing thousands of tonnes crossing the blue seas may not be the first thing that comes to mind when talking about sustainability. However, we are steering towards a greener cruise industry. Our ships are powered by eco-friendly gas and embrace diversity and community.

Sustainability is a central part of Fjord Line’s values and is considered in everything we do, and in every part of what you see – and don’t see – when travelling with us.

As pioneers in the use of alternative fuels on our large ferries, running on LNG since new, we continue to work to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, reduce waste and limit the environmental impacts of our operations. Our focus is on measures that reduce fuel consumption and emissions, reduce waste, and improve the use of resources – and, not least, on the people who make it happen every day, on every vessel, in every port and on every journey.

Steady on course toward a greener future

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Steady on course toward a greener future

As the only ferry operator sailing to the continent on natural gas, Fjord Line is already well on the way. Through technological innovation and a focus on people, we are shaping a more sustainable industry.

Emission-free deliveries for Fjord Line

Fjord Line works systematically to reduce the environmental footprint of its operations – not only at sea. Now, one of the ferry company’s largest suppliers is switching to electric trucks.

Reduction of 50 tonnes per year

How Fjord Line has cut food waste on board

By preparing all meals on board, Fjord Line not only ensures high quality in its restaurants – it also enables the company to adapt supply to demand in real time. On top of that, several new measures have been introduced to minimise food waste. The result? A reduction of 50 tonnes per year!

Skills development in dry dock:

How Fjord Line invests in its employees

A ship in dry dock does not mean downtime for Fjord Line’s employees. On the contrary. Over the course of three intense weeks in January, 78 employees participated in an ambitious training programme – benefiting both staff and guests alike.

Gentle on the environment – efficient at sea

Smooth and green sailing with silicone paint

By using silicone paint, Fjord Line’s ferries glide more easily through the water, resulting in significant climate and environmental benefits on the routes between Norway and Denmark.

From Heat to Value:

How We Generate Green Energy at Sea

Step into the engine room and see how the surplus heat from ship engines transforms into steam – an energy source that both heats the ship and provides electricity for life on board.

This is how Fjord Line saves the climate

with modern sea transport

Fjord Line maintains a steady course so that small and large players can move more and more freight transport from road to sea - both along the Norwegian coast and to the continent.

Inclusive working life

"It meant a lot that Fjord Line chose to back me."

At Fjord Line, there is a strong emphasis on diversity and inclusion, which has opened up unique career opportunities for many employees.

Sailing sustainably to the continent:

Fjord Line leads the way with green technology

By investing in natural gas rather than diesel, and recycling energy on board, Fjord Line takes an active role in promoting more sustainable ferry traffic to the continent.

Fjord Line is part of the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS)

In January 2024, new sustainability regulations came into force for the maritime industry. Here you'll find information about what this means.