Hurtigruten introduced a groundbreaking addition to its fleet with the MS Roald Amundsen, a state-of-the-art vessel featuring innovative and environmentally sustainable hybrid technology. This advanced propulsion system significantly reduces fuel consumption, proving that hybrid technology is viable on large ships.
As the first of two hybrid ships that Hurtigruten will add to its fleet, the MS Roald Amundsen uses electrical propulsion to cut emissions. The ship’s sustainable technology reduces fuel consumption and CO2 emissions by 20 percent, setting a new standard for eco-friendly cruising.