NAVTOR is enhancing efficiency and cost savings for Redningsselskapet by providing its NavFleet fleet management solution free of charge. This partnership aims to optimize operations for Redningsselskapet’s 59 vessels through intelligent planning and monitoring, leading to improved vessel utilization and significant cost savings through informed decision-making.
Norwegian hydropower plants threaten aquatic life due to oversaturated water, causing gas bladder disease in fish. Researchers at NTNU, led by Professor Ole Gunnar Dahlhaug, are investigating this issue exacerbated by extreme weather. Their DeGas project uses ultrasound technology to mitigate dissolved air levels, aiming to protect vulnerable species.
On October 22, the Norwegian Epic rescued 63 individuals lost in the Ionian Sea, off Greece’s coast. Collaborating with Greek authorities, the ship provided medical care, food, and comfort items. After the rescue, the ship continued its itinerary, showcasing cruise lines’ commitment to assisting those in distress at sea.
Viking has ordered two more cruise ships from Fincantieri, bringing the total to 10. The collaboration began in 2012, resulting in the launch of Viking Star in 2015. The new ships will be larger, accommodating 998 passengers. Fincantieri has a busy schedule with orders from various cruise lines, indicating a resurgence in the industry.
Norwegian Cruise Line celebrated the float out of the upcoming mega cruise ship, the Norwegian Aqua, at Fincantieri in Italy. The ship, set to debut in 2026, is part of the company’s revised strategy to enhance passenger amenities and capacity. The Aqua will feature a hybrid rollercoaster and waterslide, among other upgrades.
Five years after the Viking Sky cruise ship incident, the Norwegian Safety Investigation Authority issued a critical report, blaming the cruise line, operational managers, design, shipyard, and classification society. The ship, with insufficient oil in its tanks, blacked out during a storm, nearly grounding in a potential disaster at sea. The report calls for industry-wide actions to prevent future incidents.
The Norwegian Dawn cruise ship was held offshore in Mauritius for 48 hours for health tests on sick passengers. The Ministry of Health confirmed no health issues, dispelling rumors of cholera. Passengers were accommodated in hotels and given compensation for the delay. The ban was lifted, and the ship was welcomed by Mauritian authorities.
