The cruise industry finds itself at a crossroads as it seeks new sources of energy and propulsion that will allow it to achieve its zero-emissions goal by 2050.
The sector’s challenge is compounded by having to develop several new types of fuel while continuing to operate its existing ships that rely on traditional fuels.
Cruise lines will tell you there is no silver bullet that will eradicate the toxic gases ships discharge. However, they will highlight the lengths to which they are going to achieve zero-emission operations.