Ships that sail emission-free in and out of the port will be exempt from quay fees, while using shore power and achieving a high environmental score will earn additional discounts. Ships that do not adopt green solutions will pay more.
-Choosing zero-emission solutions should pay off. Oslo Port has invested heavily in green measures such as shore power and rewards those who take environmental responsibility, says Port Director Ingvar M. Mathisen.
Port of Oslo was an early adopter of environmental discounts and contributions from all ships to invest in zero-emission technology. Now, further measures are being introduced to meet the city’s ambitious climate goals.
- 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,” says Commercial Director Einar Marthinussen.
Environmental Measures Deliver Results
By 2030, the city aims to cut emissions by 95%, and Oslo Port by 85%, to become emission-free.
Oslo Port is working systematically to become a zero-emission port. Since 2018, NOK 225 million has been invested in zero-emission infrastructure, reducing emissions from port activities by 26%.
Shore power has been installed for cruise ships, international ferries, bulk carriers, and container ships. A new facility for cruise ships will open at Filipstad in 2026, and shore power for tankers is under planning.
Fast-charging stations for heavy vehicles have been established at Grønlia and Revierkaia.
- Oslo Port 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, says Port Director Ingvar M. Mathisen.
The Road Ahead
Shore power and electric ferries have delivered good results, but more measures are needed to reach the targets. The next steps include alternative fuels, green transport corridors, and improved charging infrastructure.
- We aim to be the world’s most environmentally friendly city port. That’s why we continue to invest in green solutions and promote emission cuts to ensure Oslo is a pioneer city for sustainable sea transport, says Ingvar M. Mathisen, Port Director of Oslo.
Facts:
- Oslo Port facilitates climate- and environmentally friendly sea transport of consumer goods, cars, and building materials for a growing city and region.
- Oslo Port contributes with infrastructure measures, incentives, and technological innovations. Shipping companies must retrofit ships, and port operators must invest in new equipment and machinery.
- Environmental discounts are calculated using EPI (Environmental Port Index) for cruise ships and ESI (Environmental Ship Index) for all ships.
- A 100% discount on quay fees will be introduced for ships sailing emission-free in and out from Steilene. 20% discount for cargo ships using established shore power facilities.
- 20% discount for scheduled traffic will be discontinued.
- Emission cuts in Oslo Port since 2018: 26%, from 47,700 tons of CO₂ in 2017 to 35,000 tons of CO₂ in 2024.
- Enova support: approx. NOK 94 million.
- Investments: total NOK 225 million.