Wärtsilä boosts cruise ship sustainability

The agreement aims to optimise engine performance, boost operational efficiency and support Royal Caribbean’s sustainability objectives.

“This agreement not only solidifies our exemplary long-term partnership but also elevates our collaboration to new heights,” said Roger Holm, president of Wärtsilä Marine & executive vice president at Wärtsilä Corporation.

“Together, we are committed to achieving the highest operational reliability and meeting the strictest sustainability and decarbonisation standards in the cruise industry.”

Wärtsilä’s Lifecycle Agreements mitigate the risks of unplanned maintenance and costly downtime, improving fuel efficiency and reducing emissions while ensuring regulatory compliance.

The deal encompasses both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, alongside Wärtsilä’s Expert Insight service, which uses AI technology for predictive maintenance, provided through Wärtsilä’s global Expertise Centres.

The agreement also introduces a performance-based model, where gains from optimal operation and maintenance practices are shared between Royal Caribbean Group and Wärtsilä.

“Collaborations with longtime partners like Wärtsilä, serve as a cornerstone in our joint efforts to accelerate reliable and sustainable operations and future initiatives,” said Palle Laursen, executive vice president and head of Marine for Royal Caribbean Group.