Merry Christmas to all partners, colleagues and friends of Kristiansand Havn

We have delivered on many fronts, and I would like to highlight some highlights:

Ferry and cruise: Our harbor guards have coordinated a formidable passenger flow of approximately 1.4 million ferry passengers and approximately 350,000 cruise guests spread over 130 ports of call.
Freight: The container terminal has handled approximately 43,000 TEUs. In addition, approximately 2.5 million tons of bulk cargo have been handled.
Events and collaborations: We organized the largest Port Conference ever with over 300 guests from Norway and abroad and a national cruise conference. In addition, we have exhibited at trade fairs such as ONS and participated in several strategic collaborations, including the Green Shipping Program and the Green Jutland Corridor.
Green growth: We are investing heavily in sustainability through projects such as the Agder Hydrogen Network and energy terminal for sea and land transport.

We have also landed a revised strategy that points towards big ambitions:

• Economic and environmental sustainability in everything we do, with room for long-term investments.
• Operation of new container terminal by 2026 and completion of new ferry terminal by 2028.
• Development of an energy terminal for sea and land transport by 2030.
• Establishment of an industrial port in Strømsvika by 2032–2034.

In addition, we have received a new ripple effect analysis that shows the significant value creation the port provides to regional and national businesses. This insight inspires us to continue to be a driving force for both the Agder region and the entire country.

We have also celebrated small and big victories:

• We have secured further development by purchasing Strømsvika Port in Lindesnes for NOK 80 million.

• Took over new 82.4 meter quay at quay 36.

• Completed over 5,000 ship calls in our port district.

• Upgraded Smith's Warehouse and Harbor Watch - both now even more functional and beautiful.

And last but not least: We are the only Norwegian port with ISO certification in both quality (9001) and environment (14001).

We are proud to be a port that creates value 24/7, all year round. As we look forward to 2025 and beyond, it is with clear goals, a strong belief in collaboration and a determination to continue the development of the Port of Kristiansand as a sustainable and forward-looking port for all.

With wishes for a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year,
Atle Johannessen
Port Director