Arendalsuka: Maritime policy for a new era: what choices must be made now?

Organised by: Green Shipping Programme (Grønt Skipsfartsprogram)

Date: 11 August 2026
Time: 16:30–17:30
Venue: Rygerelektra, Langbrygga, Arendal

Norway is developing a new maritime strategy at a time of increasing geopolitical uncertainty, growing international competition, and accelerating green transition efforts. This debate brings together industry leaders and policymakers to discuss how maritime policy can strengthen competitiveness, create jobs, support green shipping investments, and enhance national preparedness and energy security.

The session will open with perspectives from Eirill Bachmann Mehammer (Green Shipping Programme) and Håvard Tvedte (Maritime CleanTech), followed by a debate featuring representatives from government, industry, and the maritime sector.‍

Confirmed speakers include:

• Marianne Sivertsen Næss, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans
• Erna Solberg, Member of Parliament
• Lisa Edvardsen Haugan, CEO, Kongsberg Maritime
• Knut Arild Hareide, CEO, Norwegian Shipowners' Association
• Harald Solberg, CEO, Norwegian Industries
• Øystein Høsteland Sundby, CEO, ASKO Maritime

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See more here.