The 20-day trial of advanced biofuel achieved
a decrease in lifecycle emissions compared to marine gas
oil
SEATTLE, Sept. 16,
2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line completed the cruise industry's
first multiweek test of biofuels on board Volendam at Port of
Rotterdam in the Netherlands. The 20-day test was conducted
in partnership with GoodFuels, a leading producer and supplier of
sustainable biofuels for the transportation industry, and
Wärtsilä, a global leader in power and propulsion
technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine market.
"We were excited to have this opportunity
to test a next-generation fuel resource on a Holland America Line
ship..."
The assessment was completed September
7. In the first five days of the test the ship used a mix of
30% biofuel and 70% marine gas oil (MGO) in one of its main
auxiliary engines. For the final 15 days of testing, the ship used
100% biofuel. According to GoodFuels, there was a 78% decrease in
lifecycle CO2 emissions during the final 15 days of trial compared
to marine gas oil emissions.
"We were excited to have this opportunity to test a
next-generation fuel resource on a Holland America Line ship, and
we are very encouraged by the results," said Gus Antorcha, president of Holland America Line.
"As part of our commitment to sustainability, we have always looked
for cutting-edge solutions to environmental challenges that will
help us meet Carnival Corporation's sustainability goals over the
coming decades."
Dutch-flagged Volendam was selected for the test since it was
located at the Port of Rotterdam,
one of the global ports where GoodFuels operates the infrastructure
necessary to provide biofuel waterside fueling services. There is
no significant difference for the ship's team members in handling
regular fuel oil versus biofuel. The use of a "drop-in" biofuel
such as the one tested on Volendam requires no shipboard refitting
or special equipment.
What Are Biofuels?
The advanced biofuel is derived from feedstocks that are
certified as 100% waste or residue, with no land-use issues and no
competition with food production or deforestation.
"Marine biofuel is already the biggest low carbon marine fuel in
the world and we expect usage to rise sharply to 10% of total
volume by 2030," said Dirk Kronemeijer, CEO and founder of
GoodFuels
"Our extensive work in testing alternative marine fuels is a
central part of our efforts to shape viable decarbonisation options
for our customers," said Ricardo
Opperman, managing director of Wärtsilä North America Inc.
"We are continuously developing our engine technology to accept and
retain operational and environmental efficiency levels with various
future fuels, including biofuels. These sea trials with 100%
biofuel will be especially important — for Carnival Corporation,
for Goodfuels, for Wärtsilä, and for the industry as a whole."
Supporting Corporate
Sustainability
Holland America Line is the first
Carnival Corporation brand to run a long-term 100% biofuel
shipboard test. Carnival Corporation's German brand AIDA also
partnered with Goodfuels in July to run a blended biofuel test on
board AIDAprima in Rotterdam.
While biofuels have been tested on large diesel engines at
shoreside research facilities and on a few cargo ships, these
represented the first live tests on working cruise ships.
The two brands' biofuel tests support the overall environmental
mission, goals and aspirations of Carnival Corporation. Those
include achieving a 40% reduction in carbon per available
lower-berth-day by 2030; expanding its alternative fuels strategy
across its liquefied natural gas (LNG) program and battery, fuel
cell and biofuel capabilities; delivering a 50% reduction in
absolute air emissions of particulate matter by 2030; and the
aspiration to achieve net carbon neutral operations by 2050.
For more information about Holland America Line, consult a
travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit
hollandamerica.com.
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About Holland America Line [a division of Carnival
Corporation and plc (NYSE: CCL and CUK)]
Holland
America Line has been exploring the
world for 150 years with expertly crafted itineraries,
extraordinary service and genuine connections to the destinations.
Offering an ideal mid-sized ship experience, its fleet visits
nearly 400 ports in 114 countries around the world and has shared
the thrill of Alaska for 75 years
— longer than any other cruise line. Holland America Line's 11 vessels feature a diverse
range of enriching activities and amenities focused on destination
immersion and personalized travel. The best live music at sea fills
each evening at Music Walk, and dining venues feature exclusive
selections from a Culinary Council of world-famous chefs.
About GoodFuels
GoodFuels is a global pioneer in
sustainable marine fuels, with offices in Europe and Singapore. The
Netherlands-headquartered company has created a
one-stop-shop for marine industry customers, integrating the entire
supply chain for sustainable marine biofuels. From feedstock to
tank, GoodFuels' proposition covers elements of sourcing feedstock
and ensuring its 100% sustainability, the production and refining,
the global distribution, quality assurance, and marketing programs
with ports, governments, and cargo owners. GoodFuels is part of the
GoodNRG Group, which is active under various labels and companies
in sales, marketing, trading, R&D, and production of truly
sustainable decarbonization solutions for the global transport
industry. Learn more about GoodFuels at goodfuels.com.
Wärtsilä Marine Power in
brief
Wärtsilä Marine Power
leads the industry in its journey towards a decarbonised and
sustainable future. Our broad portfolio of engines, propulsion
systems, hybrid technology, and integrated powertrain systems
delivers the efficiency, reliability, safety, and environmental
performance needed to support our customers. Our offering includes
performance-based agreements, lifecycle solutions, and an
unrivalled global network of maritime expertise. Learn more at
www.wartsila.com/marine.
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