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 crucial at Fjord Line, and we seek to make it an integral part of our culture and operations. Our understanding of sustainability encompasses environmental, social, and ethical business dimensions.

Eco-friendly solutions on board

The only ferry operator sailing to the continent on natural gas.
Waste heat from engines is converted into electricity for cabins.
Silicone-based hull coatings reduce friction and energy consumption.

The world's first LNG-powered cruise ferries

Maritime transport is a sustainable alternative to air and road travel, and Fjord Line is a pioneer in sustainable shipping. In 2013 and 2014, our cruise ferries MS Stavangerfjord and MS Bergensfjord became the world's first LNG-powered cruise ferries. LNG is an environmentally friendly natural gas that is more carbon-efficient than traditional fuels such as MGO. Today, our vessels operate on dual-fuel engines, capable of using both LNG and MGO. Our ambition is to sail as much as possible on LNG.

Leading in sustainability

Fjord Line will continue to focus on the most critical sustainability areas, including:

Emission reduction
Waste management
Health, safety, and environment

Our goal is to maintain and strengthen our position as a leader in sustainability through continuous improvement and by integrating sustainability into all aspects of our operations.

Latest news:

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 Turned Food Waste into Environmental Gains

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 will be joining

the European Emission Trading System (ETS)

As of January 2024, a new set of sustainability regulations will enter the maritime world. All ferry companies are required to join the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS) to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.