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Invitation to the Norwegian Cruise Conference 2026 – Registration Now Open

The Norwegian Cruise Conference has become an important meeting place for the cruise industry and Norwegian authorities. The next conference will take place on 22 January 2026, with preparedness and zero-emission requirements in the World Heritage fjords topping the agenda.

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Learn more about The Norwegian Cruise Conference, the 2026 preliminary program and registration here: The Norwegian Cruise Conference | Kystverket - tar ansvar for sjøveien

The program will address the various environmental regulations facing the industry.

On the preparedness side, the following topics will be highlighted:

  • Emergency response plans from national and regional authorities
  • Risk and vulnerability analyses (ROS)
  • The role of the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre (JRCC) and the use of RITS (Rescue Intervention at Sea)
  • Operational preparedness and coordination responsibilities of the Norwegian Directorate for Civil Protection (DSB) and the Norwegian Coastal Administration

A joint tabletop exercise will be presented to shed light on safety and preparedness challenges for cruise vessels, such as fires occurring while docked, at anchor or underway. Both regulatory experts and representatives from the cruise industry will contribute their perspectives.

The conference organisers promise a highly relevant, engaging and practical program.
The Norwegian Cruise Conference also provides an excellent opportunity to maintain existing relationships and establish new ones.

Date: 22 January 2026
Venue: Thon Hotel Ålesund
Registration: Now open  (link above)

Please note: Maximum number of participants: 120. The conference has been fully booked in previous years. Final registration deadline: 7 January.

The Norwegian Cruise Conference is held annually in Ålesund, organizsd by the Norwegian Coastal Administration.
Supporting partners include the Norwegian Maritime Authority, AECO and Cruise Norway. The target audience includes cruise lines, agents, and others involved in cruise calls and maritime traffic in Norwegian waters.