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How the Swedish Maritime Administration plans to renew its icebreaker fleet

News 2026-04-29

Following the Government’s announcement that the Swedish Maritime Administration will receive SEK 4 billion to fund additional icebreakers, beyond the one already procured, the agency is aiming to acquire two Atle-class icebreakers.

The Swedish Maritime Administration’s icebreaker fleet needs to be renewed. The procurement of a new, larger icebreaker has been completed, and the agency is now aiming to replace two additional Atle-class icebreakers following the Government’s announcement of just over SEK 4 billion in additional funding for icebreakers. Hear from Erik Eklund, Director-General of the Swedish Maritime Administration.