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Royal Caribbean Group Drives Forward Alternative Fuel Use with The Successful Completion of Biofuel Testing

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

MIAMI, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This week, Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) laid important groundwork for the industry's alternative fuel ambitions by completing over 12 consecutive weeks of biofuel testing in Europe. The company's steadfast pursuit to find lower-carbon energy solutions is driven by its SEA the Future commitment to sustaining the planet, energizing communities, and accelerating innovation. By introducing methods that reduce emissions today, Royal Caribbean Group is ultimately advancing the decarbonization of its operations.

Key Points: 
  • MIAMI, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This week, Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) laid important groundwork for the industry's alternative fuel ambitions by completing over 12 consecutive weeks of biofuel testing in Europe.
  • By introducing methods that reduce emissions today, Royal Caribbean Group is ultimately advancing the decarbonization of its operations.
  • "This is a pivotal moment for Royal Caribbean Group's alternative fuel journey," said Jason Liberty, president and CEO, Royal Caribbean Group.
  • "Following our successful trial of biofuels this summer, we are one step closer to bringing our vision for net-zero cruising to life.

Royal Caribbean Group Drives Forward Alternative Fuel Use with The Successful Completion of Biofuel Testing

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, September 19, 2023

MIAMI, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This week, Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) laid important groundwork for the industry's alternative fuel ambitions by completing over 12 consecutive weeks of biofuel testing in Europe. The company's steadfast pursuit to find lower-carbon energy solutions is driven by its SEA the Future commitment to sustaining the planet, energizing communities, and accelerating innovation. By introducing methods that reduce emissions today, Royal Caribbean Group is ultimately advancing the decarbonization of its operations.

Key Points: 
  • MIAMI, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This week, Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) laid important groundwork for the industry's alternative fuel ambitions by completing over 12 consecutive weeks of biofuel testing in Europe.
  • By introducing methods that reduce emissions today, Royal Caribbean Group is ultimately advancing the decarbonization of its operations.
  • "This is a pivotal moment for Royal Caribbean Group's alternative fuel journey," said Jason Liberty, president and CEO, Royal Caribbean Group.
  • "Following our successful trial of biofuels this summer, we are one step closer to bringing our vision for net-zero cruising to life.

ConocoPhillips to Further Diversify Global LNG Portfolio with Additional Long-Term Agreement for European Regas Capacity

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Thursday, September 14, 2023

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  • ConocoPhillips (NYSE: COP) announced today further progress on its global liquefied natural gas (LNG) strategy, signing a commercial agreement to secure additional regasification capacity in Europe at the Gate LNG terminal in the Netherlands.
  • This agreement further complements the company’s foundational LNG resource positions in Qatar and Australia, offtake and equity in Sempra’s recently sanctioned Port Arthur LNG Phase 1 project on the U.S. Gulf Coast, regasification agreement at the German LNG Terminal announced last year, and the offtake agreements at Mexico Pacific’s Saguaro LNG export facility on the west coast of Mexico announced last month.
  • “Adding capacity at the Gate LNG terminal fits well with our efforts to deliver reliable, lower-carbon energy into Europe from highly competitive LNG supply,” said Bill Bullock, executive vice president and chief financial officer of ConocoPhillips.
  • ConocoPhillips’ 15-year throughput agreement for approximately 1.5 million tonnes per annum (MTPA), or 2 BCM equivalent, begins in September 2031 and secures access to this important market for the company’s growing global LNG portfolio.

Bridging the Gap: Storage & Distribution in the Hydrogen Value Chain, IDTechEx Report

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023

For a more in-depth exploration of each technology and associated commercial activities, please refer to IDTechEx's new market report, " Hydrogen Economy 2023-2033: Production, Storage, Distribution & Applications ".

Key Points: 
  • For a more in-depth exploration of each technology and associated commercial activities, please refer to IDTechEx's new market report, " Hydrogen Economy 2023-2033: Production, Storage, Distribution & Applications ".
  • Safety risks with compressed gas storage and boil-off issues with liquid H2 storage lead to hydrogen loss, further exacerbating the challenges.
  • Compressed gas and liquid hydrogen storage tanks will likely continue to serve stationary storage applications, such as hydrogen refueling stations.
  • The new "Hydrogen Economy 2023-2033: Production, Storage, Distribution & Applications" report offers an exhaustive overview of the value chain, including technological analyses, comparisons, commercial activities, innovations, and market trends.

Bridging the Gap: Storage & Distribution in the Hydrogen Value Chain, IDTechEx Report

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, August 15, 2023

For a more in-depth exploration of each technology and associated commercial activities, please refer to IDTechEx's new market report, " Hydrogen Economy 2023-2033: Production, Storage, Distribution & Applications ".

Key Points: 
  • For a more in-depth exploration of each technology and associated commercial activities, please refer to IDTechEx's new market report, " Hydrogen Economy 2023-2033: Production, Storage, Distribution & Applications ".
  • Safety risks with compressed gas storage and boil-off issues with liquid H2 storage lead to hydrogen loss, further exacerbating the challenges.
  • Compressed gas and liquid hydrogen storage tanks will likely continue to serve stationary storage applications, such as hydrogen refueling stations.
  • The new "Hydrogen Economy 2023-2033: Production, Storage, Distribution & Applications" report offers an exhaustive overview of the value chain, including technological analyses, comparisons, commercial activities, innovations, and market trends.

DFDS EXPANDS TRANSPORT NETWORK IN THE NETHERLANDS

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023

To further expand and develop our European transport network, DFDS has acquired 100% of the share capital of the Estron Group, a Dutch provider of road transport and warehousing based in Rotterdam, Netherlands.

Key Points: 
  • To further expand and develop our European transport network, DFDS has acquired 100% of the share capital of the Estron Group, a Dutch provider of road transport and warehousing based in Rotterdam, Netherlands.
  • “The acquisition of Estron Group expands and enhances our road and ferry transport network connecting continental Europe and the UK.
  • Estron Group expands DFDS’ transport network by adding road transport capacity to the existing full-load operation to and from the UK that combines road and ferry transport.
  • In addition, Estron Group’s part-load and warehousing operations complements the existing similar operations based in Wijchen, Netherlands.

OCI Global fuels first ever green methanol powered container vessel

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Monday, June 12, 2023

OCI Global is fueling the first ever green methanol powered container vessel in a pioneering partnership with A.P.

Key Points: 
  • OCI Global is fueling the first ever green methanol powered container vessel in a pioneering partnership with A.P.
  • Moller – Maersk
    OCI is the world leader in green methanol through its OCI HyFuels brand, pioneering its use as renewable and low carbon hydrogen fuel
    This global maiden voyage is an important milestone in decarbonization of the maritime industry, providing proof-of-concept for green methanol as a safe, efficient, commercially ready fuel for global shipping
    AMSTERDAM, June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- OCI Global (Euronext: OCI) has announced it is fueling the first ever green methanol-powered container ship in a new partnership with A.P.
  • The journey demonstrates OCI's unique capacity to supply marine customers with end-to-end green methanol solutions in major global bunkering locations, and further supports green methanol as the leading choice today for decarbonizing the marine sector, which is responsible for 3% of global GHG emissions.
  • "I'm delighted that we are partnering with Maersk to power the first ever green methanol voyage with OCI HyFuels green methanol.

OCI Global fuels first ever green methanol powered container vessel

Retrieved on: 
Monday, June 12, 2023

OCI Global is fueling the first ever green methanol powered container vessel in a pioneering partnership with A.P.

Key Points: 
  • OCI Global is fueling the first ever green methanol powered container vessel in a pioneering partnership with A.P.
  • Moller – Maersk
    OCI is the world leader in green methanol through its OCI HyFuels brand, pioneering its use as renewable and low carbon hydrogen fuel
    This global maiden voyage is an important milestone in decarbonization of the maritime industry, providing proof-of-concept for green methanol as a safe, efficient, commercially ready fuel for global shipping
    AMSTERDAM, June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- OCI Global (Euronext: OCI) has announced it is fueling the first ever green methanol-powered container ship in a new partnership with A.P.
  • The journey demonstrates OCI's unique capacity to supply marine customers with end-to-end green methanol solutions in major global bunkering locations, and further supports green methanol as the leading choice today for decarbonizing the marine sector, which is responsible for 3% of global GHG emissions.
  • "I'm delighted that we are partnering with Maersk to power the first ever green methanol voyage with OCI HyFuels green methanol.

ROYAL CARIBBEAN GROUP ANNOUNCES GROUND-BREAKING BIOFUEL TESTING, ACCELERATING THE INDUSTRY'S ENERGY TRANSITION

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023

MIAMI, June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This summer, Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) will set a new industry milestone in alternative fuel use when Celebrity Cruises' Celebrity Apex and Royal Caribbean International's Symphony of the Seas, set sail in Europe using sustainable biofuel to meet part of the ships' fuel needs. The landmark test will contribute critical data and research on the fuel's capabilities and supply chain infrastructure needed to further the industry's alternative fuel ambitions.

Key Points: 
  • MIAMI, June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This summer, Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) will set a new industry milestone in alternative fuel use when Celebrity Cruises' Celebrity Apex and Royal Caribbean International's Symphony of the Seas, set sail in Europe using sustainable biofuel to meet part of the ships' fuel needs.
  • After the trials are completed this summer, Royal Caribbean Group plans to scale up the use of alternative fuels, including biofuels, across upcoming European summer sailings.
  • With a sustainability journey that began over 30 years ago, Royal Caribbean Group has remained steadfast in its commitment to innovate, and advance, the solutions necessary for a better future.
  • To learn more about Royal Caribbean Group's sustainability efforts, information is available at www.royalcaribbeangroup.com/sustainability .

Holland America Line Marks 150th Anniversary in Rotterdam with Royalty, Citywide Fanfare and Dual-Ship Events

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023

ROTTERDAM, Netherlands, April 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line's flagship Rotterdam arrived at the Port of Rotterdam, the Netherlands, this morning following a 150th Anniversary crossing that departed Fort Lauderdale, Florida, April 3. The ship's arrival on the exact date of Holland America Line's 150th birthday kicked off all-day celebrations that included royalty, local dignitaries, port officials and guests who commemorated the special day.

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  • Princess Margriet joined festivities at historic headquarters; anniversary parties across the Holland America Line Fleet
    Holland America Line President Gus Antorcha was joined by Her Royal Highness Princess Margriet of the Netherlands, Rotterdam Mayor Ahmed Aboutaleb and descendants of Holland America Line's original founders for a celebration at Hotel New York, home to Holland America Line's original headquarters from 1901 to 1977.
  • As a finale to the evening's events, the city of Rotterdam's Erasmus Bridge was illuminated with a special light display honoring Holland America Line's 150th Anniversary.
  • The additional nine ships in Holland America Line's fleet also held anniversary parties on board for guests.
  • For more information about Holland America Line, consult a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com .