Norwegian Cruise Line Partners with Repsol for Renewable Fuel Supply

2025-10-20 companies

Barcelona, Monday, 20 October 2025.
Norwegian Cruise Line and Repsol have initiated an 8-year agreement to supply renewable fuels, advancing efforts to reduce carbon emissions in the cruise industry starting in 2026.

Strategic Partnership for Sustainability

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NCLH) and Repsol have embarked on a pivotal 8-year partnership to supply renewable fuels, effective from the 2026 European cruise season. This collaboration, announced on October 20, 2025, in Barcelona, is a strategic move to meet the increasing demand for sustainable energy solutions within the maritime industry. By integrating renewable fuels, including biofuels and renewable methanol, this partnership aims to significantly reduce the carbon footprint of NCLH’s fleet, aligning with the company’s commitment to sustainability under its ‘Sail & Sustain®’ program [1].

Details of the Agreement

Repsol will supply a range of renewable fuels to NCLH’s vessels, including Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, and Regent Seven Seas Cruises, at the Port of Barcelona. The renewable methanol will be produced at Repsol’s Ecoplanta facility in Tarragona, which can process up to 400,000 tons of municipal solid waste annually to create 240,000 tons of renewable fuels [1][2]. The agreement underscores the cruise line’s goal to decrease GHG intensity by 10% by 2026 and 25% by 2030 [1][3].

Industry Impact and Future Outlook

This agreement positions NCLH and Repsol as leaders in the maritime sector’s transition towards greener energy. As part of a broader industry trend towards decarbonization, this collaboration exemplifies how cross-industry partnerships can drive substantial progress in reducing emissions. Harry Sommer, CEO of NCLH, emphasized the partnership’s role in demonstrating the scalability of renewable fuels in maritime operations [1][4].

Commitment to a Sustainable Future

NCLH’s agreement with Repsol is part of a larger strategy to achieve climate-neutral operations by 2050. This initiative aligns with the company’s ongoing efforts to promote sustainable energy within the cruise industry, reflecting a growing consumer preference for environmentally responsible travel [1][5].

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