Norwegian Electric Systems (NES) has been chosen to provide two onshore charging stations to the Krakhella-Rysjedalsvika ferry crossing in the Sognefjord, enabling electric ferry operation on the West coast of Norway.
The two charging stations serve complementary roles. At Rysjedalsvika, the installation will handle rapid turnaround charging with more than 8 MW capacity from an integrated battery system and autonomous charging tower. At Krakhella, the company will deliver a container‑based shore station featuring MCS (Megawatt Charging System) high‑power charging and facilities for overnight layover.
The scope of delivery also includes AC and DC switchboards, E-house and transformers. The Krakhella charging station is scheduled for completion in the second half of 2026, while Rysjedalsvika will be delivered in 2028.
“Our track record of delivering onshore charging stations for ferries is unmatched, and we are applying our well proven charging technologies to this project,” said Hans Petter Erlandsen, Senior Bid Manager at NES. “These installations will enable fast and robust charging to support efficient hybrid‑ferry operations on one of the region’s key connections.”
The distance between the ferry terminals at Krakhella and Rysjedalsvika is 14.3 kilometres in a straight line.
Last year, NES was also awarded a contract by Tersan Shipyard to act as system integrator and deliver power and automation systems for the newbuild ferry – NB 1137 – that will operate the Krakhella-Rysjedalsvika ferry crossing.
“We are pleased that Fjord1 has chosen us to provide a complete shore power system that is integrated towards a ferry where we already hold a system integrator role,” said Siv Remøy-Vangen, Managing Director of Norwegian Electric Systems. “This obviously reduces risk for all parties involved. It also underlines NES’ position as a complete supplier of electrification solutions to the maritime industry.”
NES is a subsidiary of HAV Group ASA, which is listed on Euronext Growth Oslo.
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