Hurtigruten announced that its economic impact study, the “Ripple Report,” has highlighted how Hurtigruten’s Norwegian coastal voyages strengthen the economy in the communities they visit, according to a press release.

According to the company, the report proves that cruise tourism can be a key driver in Norway if local value creation is prioritized and sustainably managed.

The study by Menon Economics found that Hurtigruten and its guests generate £192 million in value creation annually through purchases of goods and services along Norway’s coast.

In 2024, nearly 200,000 guests traveled with Hurtigruten, generating 684,000 guest nights.

The company added that its ships, each carrying around 500 passengers, distribute travelers across 34 coastal ports, some with only a few hundred resi

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