With reference to the serious developments in the Middle East, the Norwegian Maritime Authority is extending the area with an elevated security level, MARSEC/ISPS Level 2, to the following areas:
The Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA) has submitted proposed new Regulations on the management of hull biofouling for public consultation. The aim is to protect the Norwegian marine ecosystem by preventing the spread of invasive species via ships and mobile offshore units arriving in Norwegian waters from areas outside the Economic Zone of Norway.
On 4 April, Tore Sørheim was appointed by the King as Director General of Shipping and Navigation for a period of six years. The appointment was effective immediately.
Autonomous ships are becoming a reality, but a unified international regulatory framework is still lacking. Norway and the Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA) aim to spotlight this important issue during a dedicated professional event in London.
The 2025 edition ofthe survey on maritime safety is now distributed to seafarers in the maritime industry. This survey builds on equivalent surveys from 2018, 2021 and 2023.
The zero-emission requirement for the World Heritage fjords will take effect on 1 January 2026 for passenger vessels of less than 10,000 gross tonnage. The Norwegian Maritime Authority has adopted the new provisions on behalf of the Ministry of Climate and Environment.
The figures for the first quarter of this year reveal a mixed picture. While the Norwegian International Ship Register (NIS) shows a concerning trend, the numbers for the Norwegian Ordinary Ship Register (NOR) provide more grounds for optimism.
From 11 February 2025, all Norwegian ships of 300 gross tonnage and above are required to have a Wreck Removal Certificate (WRC). The Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA) has now started processing applications.
From 1 January 2025, seafarers will be able to sail internationally using electronic certificates. This change, hailed as a New Year’s gift to the maritime industry, is set to simplify daily operations significantly.
Due to delays in the process of incorporating the FuelEU Maritime Regulation into the EEA Agreement, it is unlikely that this will be completed by 1 January 2025. Consequently, the Norwegian Regulations will also not be laid down before the new year.
The new certificate requirement will enter into force on 11 February 2025. It will apply to all Norwegian ships of 300 gross tonnage and above, including those solely operating on domestic voyages.
The Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA) and the insurance company Gard AS have successfully completed a pilot project aimed at simplifying the application process for shipping companies. With this new solution, insurance certificates and certifications (CLC and CLB) can now be renewed simultaneously.
The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries has instructed the Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA) to revise its practice regarding exemptions for masters on ships registered in the Norwegian International Ship Register (NIS). From 18 November 2024, exemptions will no longer be granted for Russian nationals serving as masters.
We are excited to announce the launch of our new website on Wednesday 23 October! If you notice anything missing or encounter any issues, please let us know. Our main goal is that everyone can easily find the services and information they need.
The Ministry of Climate and Environment has tasked the Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA) with establishing zero emissions requirements for cruise ships, tourist boats and ferries operating in the World Heritage fjords.
The environmental state in the Oslofjord significantly impacts animal and plant life. Measures are now being implemented to ensure a cleaner and safer fjord. Starting 1 July this year, the Norwegian Government is introducing a prohibition on the discharge of sewage from recreational craft into the fjord.
In the autumn of last year, the Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA) conducted an inspection campaign aimed at smaller workboats and service vessels. Sadly, there are far too many accidents involving this vessel group, and we want to do something about it.
Knut Arild Hareide has notified the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries of his decision to resign as Director General of Shipping and Navigation to assume the role of CEO of the Norwegian Shipowners' Association.
Today, the Norwegian Safety Investigation Authority (NSIA) published their report on the Viking Sky incident in March 2019. The Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA) finds that the report aligns with the findings uncovered by the NMA shortly after the incident. At that time, it was concluded that a drop in oil pressure occurred due to an insufficient level of oil in the tanks.
