In Norway, Hurtigruten is set to make industry history on October 29, 2025 by embarking on their first climate-neutral biofuel sailing. Renowned for having one of the longest coastlines in the world, this groundbreaking 4,000-kilometer round trip will sail along the Norwegian coast from Bergen to Kirkenes and back, underscoring the company’s commitment to innovation and environmental stewardship.
The battery-hybrid ship MS Richard With will depart from Bergen on its regular coastal route, but for this milestone voyage, its tanks will be filled with 100% advanced biofuel. The journey will be entirely climate neutral, which is the first of its kind on the traditional Bergen to Kirkenes route. Furthermore, the vessel will connect to shore power wherever available during the sailing.