Havila pushes for climate-neutral coastal voyages

First biogas-powered test cruise planned for autumn 2025

Havila Voyages is taking bold steps toward greener shipping. The company plans to operate the Bergen–Kirkenes route completely climate-neutral by autumn 2025, using a combination of biogas and advanced battery systems.

Political support needed

“Klimaneutrality should become the minimum requirement in future tenders – and we are ready to deliver today,” says Havila CEO Bent Martini. He also warns that inconsistent political decisions hold back investments, as many stakeholders wait for clearer frameworks.

A pilot across 5,000 nautical miles

The goal is to power the entire journey with 100% biogas. If successful, the round trip of more than 5,000 nautical miles will serve as a large-scale test case for sustainable coastal shipping.

Norwegian know-how at the core

According to HAV Group CEO Gunnar Larsen, Norway’s maritime cluster is prepared: “We can build a fleet that protects the environment and strengthens local value creation – from design to construction.”

Havila’s initiative underlines one message: climate-friendly shipping is already technically feasible, but it requires cooperation between industry, politics, and investors.

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