MPs Geir Pollestad and Geir Inge Lien propose a comprehensive and long-term maritime strategy for Norway. The proposers argue that as a leading maritime nation, Norway faces new challenges in climate, technology, and global competition, and that a broad strategy encompassing the entire maritime value chain is necessary to ensure competitiveness, preparedness, and expertise.
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The Storting calls on the government to return with a proposal for a comprehensive and long-term maritime strategy covering the entire maritime value chain and enabling a competitive, sustainable, and robust maritime sector. The strategy should place clear emphasis on preparedness, expertise, green transition, and national value creation, including recruitment of Norwegian seafarers and strengthening Norway's position as a flag state.