There’s a green shift happening in exploration cruising and a new cruise company wants to lead the pack with an innovative electric ship.
Norway has mandated a ban on fossil fuel-powered ships from its world-heritage fjords from 2026. The 250-passenger Northern Xplorer will feature ABB’s fully electric propulsion system, including battery and hydrogen fuel cell technology that will enable to it to sail emissions-free in the Norwegian fjords and further afield
“Discerning travellers want to cruise with a clean conscience, and with this ground-breaking green ship we aim to cater to that strong demand,” said Northern Xplorer founder and CEO Rolf André Sandvik. The ship would be built by West Sea at its Portuguese facility in Viana do Costello north of Porto. Its cruise newbuilding portfolio has included three 200-passenger polar exploration ships for Atlas Ocean Voyages, the World Navigator, World Voyager and World Explorer. The timeline would see the new ship delivered during 2025.
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