The challenge of festival transport

The Stavern Festival is one of Norway’s largest music events, with massive amounts of equipment, goods, and waste that need to be moved before, during, and after the event. Strict restrictions on vehicle access inside the festival area mean that logistics must be handled without traditional transport options. This requires solutions that are efficient, eco-friendly, and easy to use across a wide range of daily tasks.

Paxster as part of the solution

For the second year in a row, the Stavern Festival chose Paxster electric vehicles as a key part of their operational logistics. During the setup and breakdown phases, Paxsters were used for everything from delivering goods to the bars to moving equipment and supplies between the festival grounds and the camp area. According to the organizers, the vehicles became so popular among staff that there was almost a race to get one at the start of a shift.

 

Key benefits for event operations

Organizers particularly valued the vehicle’s open load bed, which made it quick and easy to transport goods, waste, and equipment without the need for larger, less maneuverable vehicles. Being fully electric, Paxster also contributed to quieter and more environmentally friendly operations, reducing both emissions and noise pollution in crowded areas.

 

 

“At the start of every shift, it felt like a race to get a Paxster – everyone wanted one.”

Emma Kiland, Stavern Festival

 

Complementing other vehicles

In certain parts of the festival grounds with challenging terrain, ATVs still offered better maneuverability. However, the Paxster provided advantages ATVs could not match – such as stable transport and high load capacity – making it an excellent complement to other vehicles in the fleet.

Real-world impact

Paxsters were used across multiple departments – from bar operations to waste management – helping teams complete tasks faster and more efficiently. The fact that they were rarely parked and constantly in demand is a clear indication of their value in a busy festival environment.

 

Looking ahead

After two years of positive experience, the Stavern Festival is certain: Paxster will be part of the transport solution again. The vehicles have proven to be a reliable, flexible, and sustainable asset for event logistics, and the organizers are happy to recommend Paxster to other large-scale events looking to combine efficiency, sustainability, and ease of use.