Next event: January 22th, 2026
Location: Ålesund.
0800-0900: Registration
0900-1700: Conference, including lunch
Conference language: English.
Registration / hotel booking open shortly. (link)
Conference program in the making.Note:
Maximum number of participants: 120. In previous years, the conference has been fully booked.
Registration deadline: Friday, January 16.
Who is the conference for?
At this event representatives of cruise lines operating in Norway meet, joined by shipping companies considering calling on Norwegian ports. A wide range of professionals convene to stay informed on Norwegian maritime safety regulations, preparedness- and rescue measures relevant to cruise traffic in Norwegian waters. The conference suits both leaders and employees. Key players from both private and public sectors will share their insight and experiences in both lectures and debates.
The event takes place in Ålesund, Norway every January. It is organized by the Norwegian Coastal Administration (NCA) and the Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA), with Cruise Norway and AECO as important backers. In 2024, 125 participants from the national and international cruise industry attended, along with representatives from relevant Norwegian maritime authorities.
Program highlights
The recurring themes are Safety - Preparedness - Sustainability - Green transition.
The 2026 agenda will highligt Green transition and Preparedness.