The Nordic countries are taking an important step towards decarbonizing maritime transport with the launch of Phase 2 of the “Nordic Roadmap for the introduction of sustainable zero-carbon fuels in shipping: Implementation and realization 2025–2027.” Managed by DNV and supported by partners Everllence, IVL Swedish Environmental Research Institute, Icelandic New Energy, Sintef Ocean, and VTT, the programme aims to accelerate the transition to emission-free shipping across the region.
Building on the achievements of the first phase, phase 2 of the Nordic Roadmap will identify promising Nordic green corridors and drive the development of two to three corridors towards realization. The program will tackle key barriers through targeted actions, with particular attention to cost challenges. A dedicated Task Force will explore new approaches to collaboration and financing to accelerate the transition to zero-carbon shipping and advance the realization of green corridors between Nordic ports.
Transition progress will be monitored annually through a new Barometer, assessing the region’s advancement against the goals and actions in the Fuel Transition Roadmap for Nordic Shipping developed in Phase 1. The programme will also aim to further strengthen the Nordic Collaboration Platform as a regional hub for knowledge exchange, policy dialogue, research and development, and related initiatives. Building on strong industry support, Phase 2 will place increased emphasis on engaging cargo owners and the finance sector - key stakeholders in delivering green and competitive Nordic shipping. (....)