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Norwegian Maritime Authority

Administrative and supervisory authority for shipping and recreational craft

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  1. News article

    Norwegian Maritime Authority moves inspections of fishing vessels over 15 metres to new 'Min side fartøy'

    • If you request an inspection after 14 October, the case is created in the new 'Min side fartøy'. There you can follow the inspection, see which tasks must be done and their status, and any reactions from the authority.
    • ISM (safety management system for ships), newbuilds, conversions/modifications and inclining tests are still in the old 'Min side fartøy' for now.
    DigitalisationFisheries
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  2. News article

    Bullying in maritime sector falls to 22.5 percent, but women remain far more exposed

    • Maritime Director Alf Tore Sørheim attended a status meeting at the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries on equality and inclusion in shipping. He says the work is a high priority because it is about safety and a good working environment on board.
    • A survey shows 22.5 percent experienced bullying or harassment in 2025. In 2023 the figure was about 27 percent.
    BusinessDiscriminationEquality
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  3. Call for applications

    Norwegian Maritime Authority opens applications for 2027 water-safety activities for children; deadline 20 November

    • The Norwegian Maritime Authority wants applications from volunteer clubs and groups that will teach children water safety in 2027. The deadline is 20 November 2026 at 23:59.
    • In 2026, 46 clubs and groups received funding. They reached more than 10,000 children and young people with activities on staying safe on the water.
    Children and youthPublic healthVoluntary work
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  4. News article

    Humorous crane safety film for work boats passes 400,000 views, with stricter rules on the way

    • The Norwegian Maritime Authority showed a new campaign film at a safety seminar during Maritime Week in Haugesund in late September. It is about staying safe when using cranes on small work boats.
    • The film has over 400,000 views and more than 10,000 shares on social media. People respond with laughter and with professional comments, says Birthe Lill Eskevik, who started the project.
    AquacultureLegislationWork life
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  5. Press release

    Norwegian Maritime Authority warns against going lobster fishing alone as the season opens 1 October

    • The Norwegian Maritime Authority asks everyone going lobster fishing to bring at least one other person – if something goes wrong, there is no one to call for help or pull you out of the water if you are alone.
    • Section head Petter André Søreng says cold water quickly stops the body from working after a fall overboard, leaving very little time to act.
    Fisheries
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  6. Press release

    Norwegian Maritime Authority seeks commercial fishers for anonymous survey on self-rescue at sea

    • Norway's Maritime Authority wants to understand what helps fishers save themselves if something goes wrong at sea. Consultancy TÜV Rheinland Safetec is running the study on their behalf.
    • They are looking for fishers from different types of vessels and different parts of the country – whether they have experienced accidents, near-misses or simply have views on safety equipment.
    FisheriesWork life
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  7. News article

    IMO World Maritime Day 2026–2027 focuses on turning international rules into real-world action

    • IMO has chosen the same theme for both 2026 and 2027: turning maritime rules and agreements into real action at sea.
    • The message is clear: passing international rules is not enough – they need to be put into practice by ships, ports and authorities worldwide.
    BusinessSustainability
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  8. News article

    Maritime Week 2026 in Haugesund brings together more than 1,000 participants from Norway's maritime sector

    • Maritime Week takes place in Haugesund from 22 September 2026 and lasts five days. It is organised by the Norwegian Maritime Authority together with three other bodies.
    • More than 1,000 people are expected to attend, including shipping industry professionals, government officials, researchers and students.
    Business
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  9. News article

    Norwegian Maritime Authority joins Exercise Total Defence 2026 under war-threat scenario

    • About 140 organisations are taking part in Exercise Total Defence (Øvelse Totalforsvar) in 2026, run as a discussion-based tabletop exercise.
    • The scenario involves a situation where war threatens Norway, requiring rapid prioritisation between protecting civilians, maintaining critical functions, and supporting the Armed Forces.
    BusinessNational defenceNational security
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  10. News article

    King Harald V died on 28 August 2026 – half-mast order issued for all Norwegian vessels and public buildings

    • H.M. King Harald V passed away on 28 August 2026 at 06:35, as confirmed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
    • All public buildings are ordered to fly flags at half-mast from the date of death until after the funeral, after which flags are to be raised to full mast.
    Public administration
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