The Oslo-based NGO Bellona Foundation has launched a three year partnership with Damen Shipyards The main goal of the partnership is to explore and develop concept vessels for the future.
The agreement was officially signed on 18 March during an industry event in Stavanger.
Environmental Objectives
The Bellona Foundation and Damen both acknowledge that today’s global shipping industry will need to undergo substantial change in order to achieve its own climate and environmental objectives. The NGO and Damen have joined forces to work towards reducing the impact on the climate of a wide range of commercial and leisure vessels, as well as fleets employed by the aquaculture industry.
Together, the organisations will focus on developing the next generation of low-emissions vessels. Bellona hopes this partnership will influence both the Norwegian and European shipping industries. Through Damen, the NGO gains access to new knowledge and technology that will enable it to influence Norwegian and European politics.
Picture: Frederic Hauge – Founder and President of the Bellona Foundation, Bjørg Tysdal Moe – Deputy Mayor of Stavanger, Bea ten Tusscher – Ambassador, Embassy of the Netherlands, Arnout Damen – CCO of Damen.
