Port of Oslo to incentivize environmentally friendly ships
As mentioned above, ships that enter and leave the port without emissions will be exempt from quay fees, but the plan goes further to entrench local energy production: The use of shore power and achieving a high environmental rating will result in additional discounts. On the other hand, ships that do not use environmentally friendly solutions will have to pay more.
To power the docking ships, the Port of Oslo writes that it has installed shore power for cruise ships, international ferries, bulk carriers, and container ships. More charging infrastructure for cruise ships will open at Filipstad in 2026. Further installation of shore power for tankers is currently under planning, but no construction date has been set yet. The measures are part of the plan to cut the city’s emissions by 95% and Oslo Port by 85% by 2030.
The amount of savings was specified by Commercial Director, Einar Marthinussen, who said: “We are changing previous discounts for scheduled traffic to reward ships that cut emissions. Cargo ships using shore power will receive a 20% discount. The goal is to promote environmentally friendly sea transport.”
“Choosing zero-emission solutions should pay off. Port of Oslo has invested heavily in green measures such as shore power and rewards those who take environmental responsibility,” added Port Director Ingvar M. Mathisen.
Port Director Ingvar M. Mathisen further elaborated: “Port of Oslo delivers across the entire transport chain – not just to ships. Together with the city and our customers, we invest in zero-emission transport solutions – both at sea and on land – to create sustainable corridors between Oslo and Europe.”
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