News for The Port of Bergen

Published: 26.06.26

Captured Hull Cleaning Could Become the New Standard

Captured hull cleaning has delivered significant environmental benefits in the Port of Bergen. At the same time, a new pilot study by the Port of Bergen, the Norwegian Institute for Water Research (NIVA), and DNV could lay the foundation for future requirements for hull cleaning—both in Norway and internationally.

Published: 18.02.26

Bergen Cruise Network established

Bergen Cruise Network is a new collaboration between tourism stakeholders, initiated by the Port of Bergen in partnership with Visit Bergen, Bergen Sentrum, the Municipality of Bergen, and Vestland County Council. The goal is clear: to create land-based and sustainable development linked to cruise traffic and to ensure that a greater share of the value creation remains local – in Bergen and the surrounding region.

Published: 19.12.25

Change in Routine for Collection of Passage Fees

1 February 2026, we will make changes to our routines for the collection of passage fees for facilities at Dokken and Skolten. To ensure a better process for collection and payment, Vestpark will perform this service on our behalf. This means that from 1 February 2026, Vestpark will handle the registration of passages and the issuing of invoices.

Published: 18.12.25

Båtmann Stasjonen become a part of the Port of Bergen

The mooring company Båtmann Stasjonen and Bergen Port Authority have entered into an agreement under which Båtmann Stasjonen’s operations will continue as an integrated part of Bergen Port Authority’s service offering. The agreement entails the winding up of the company Båtmann Stasjonen, with Bergen Port Authority taking over both employees and operations as of January 1st

Published: 23.04.25

Environmental Port Index Partners with Port of Lisbon to Enchance Sustainability Efforts

Environmental Port Index (EPI) is proud to announce its partnership with the Port of Lisbon, marking the first Southern European port to join the EPI network.

Published: 10.02.25

The Minister of Climate and Environment visisting the Port og Bergen

Today, the Port of Bergen welcomed Andreas Bjelland Eriksen, the Minister of Climate and Environment. The minister observed an innovative and more environmentally friendly hull cleaning method, organized by ECOsubsea.

Published: 03.02.25

Port of Bergen signs Framework Agreement with Multiconsult

The Port of Bergen has entered into a framework agreement with Multiconsult concerning the relocation and further development of the port.

Published: 11.11.24

200 square meters of art in the Port of Bergen

Two large walls in Jekteviken i the Port of Bergen will serve as an art gallery for travelers and other passersby for three years. The project is a collaboration between the Bergen municipality and the Port of Bergen.

Published: 17.09.24

The last turnaround call for Viking this year

Today, the shipping company Viking Cruises has its very last turnaround port call of the season in Bergen

Published: 14.08.24

Welfare Centers for Seafarers in Bergen

-Welcome inn. Nice to see you. Retiree and volunteer Kjell Rossland is standing by the door of the Seafarers' Welfare Center in Jekteviken, Bergen, welcoming people inside.

Published: 02.07.24

Limited capacity for Leisure Boats in Vågen in Bergen

Summer is underway, and many people are choosing to spend their holidays in Bergen in their leisure boats. Normally, there is space for around one hundred leisure boats in Vågen, but due to limited capacity at some of the docks, there is space for between 70 and 80 leisure boats this summer.

Published: 13.05.24

Ship Christening ceremony at Bryggen i Bergen

The coastal route ship Havila Pollux was christened today at Bryggen in Bergen under a brilliant sun. The ship's godmother is former Prime Minister Erna Solberg

Published: 02.05.24

Several cruise ships on shore power in Bergen

The cruise season in Bergen is in full swing. More and more cruise ships are using electricity instead of diesel when docked, and in April, 65 percent of the ships connected to the shore power facilities in the port.

Published: 25.04.24

One Ocean Week

From April 13th, the entire city of Bergen invites you to One Ocean Week. There will be celebrations, lectures, and conferences for everyone interested in what's happening on and in the ocean.

Published: 08.01.24

Many cruise tourists want to visit Bergen and the West Coast of Norway

Bergen and the West Coast of Norway experienced a significant influx of cruise tourists last year, and the trend continues this year as well.

Published: 21.12.23

Merry Christmas

We wish You all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

Published: 14.12.23

EPI member ports have grown to 29

Since the Environmental Port Index (EPI) was established in 2017, to measure the environmental impact of the cruise industry, its member ports have grown to 29 in number.

Published: 31.10.23

Bruce Springsteen is going to perform in the Port of Bergen

On July 21st of next year, Dokken will host the biggest concert in the history of Bergen. The concert will be the band's only performance in Norway, and the audience capacity will be 45,000.

Published: 17.10.23

Abandoned boat wrecks pose a significant environmental threat

Abandoned boat wrecks for which no one takes responsibility constitute a major issue both in Bergen and the surrounding municipalities. These wrecks are a menace to the environment, and their removal costs the public a hefty sum.

Published: 12.10.23

Increase in Turnaround Port calls

The Port of Bergen has had 58 turnaround port calls this year. The port is actively working to attract more turnaround port calls to the city, and the trend is on the rise

Published: 02.10.23

Cruise tourists are being counted for the first time

The Port of Bergen has, for the first time, implemented a counting system that shows how many cruise passengers are disembarking and walking to and from Bergen city center.

Published: 22.09.23

Many cruiseguests to Bergen this summer

The peak season for cruise visits to Bergen is over for this year, and this year many cruise ships have found their way to Bergen.

Published: 06.09.23

Hunting for plastic

As part of the "Plastic Patrol" project, Bergen Port has today been on a plastic and litter hunt with the workboat Nordnes in Byfjorden.

Published: 15.08.23

First veteran ship in place

Today "Bergen Nasjonale Veteranskipshavn" (BNV) opened in Vågen, Bergen. The Port of Bergen has entered a trial arrangement with BNV until October first, where they can utilize "Blomstertorget" for placing veteran ships.

Published: 02.07.23

26 prosent av cruiseskipene på landstrøm

So far this year, 26 percent of cruise calls in Bergen have utilized shore power while they have been in port. And there is an expected gradual increase.

Published: 30.06.23

The Port og Bergen offers extended dayparking for motorhomes

This summer, the Port of Bergen Bergen is providing additional daytime parking spaces for motorhomes in the harbor area at Jekteviken.

Published: 26.06.23

Grant for port developement in the Port of Bergen

The Port of Bergen has received a grant of 7.9 million Norwegian kroner from the Norwegian Coastal Administration. The funds will be used to invest in the upgrading and digitalization of port infrastructure.

Published: 22.06.23

The Plastic Patrol is underway

This week, the Plastic Patrol 2023 was officially launched in Bergen

Published: 08.06.23

The sewage system at Skolten is ready for use

Kloakkanlegget for skip og bygg på Skolten er nå ferdigstilt. Fra nå av vil kloakk og gråvann gå fra mottakspunktene i havnen gå direkte inn i det kommunale avløpsnettet.

Published: 24.05.23

The Danish ferry is ready again

On Friday, May 26th, Fjord Line was back in service between Bergen, Stavanger, Hirtshals, and Kristiansand

Published: 23.03.23

Bergen Port and Oslo Port collaborate to combat the Japanese Sea Squirt

Bergen Port and Oslo Port are joining forces to combat the invasive species known as the Japanese sea squirt. The ports will address the issue of methods and procedures for hull cleaning of ships. The project is supported by funding from the Norwegian Environment Agency and will be carried out in 2023.