Royal Caribbean Group joins the Methanol Institute

This adds a fleet of 64 cruise ships, with more on order, across multiple brands to the roster of the Methanol Institute, which serves as the global trade association for the methanol industry, representing the world’s leading producers, distributors and technology companies.

Methanol-capable engines for Celebrity Edge-class 5

'Royal Caribbean has long been an innovator in the cruise industry, as shown by their recent announcement that the fifth ship ordered in their Celebrity Cruises’ Edge series will be powered by Wärtsilä 46 methanol-capable engines,' Methanol Insitute CEO Greg Dolan said. 'MI looks forward to working with Royal Caribbean Group as they embark on their methanol journey.'

Royal Caribbean Group President/CEO Jason Liberty added: ' ... As we seek sustainable energy solutions we recognize the importance of collaboration to help us transition to the energy platform of the future.'

Other cruise members

Founded in 1989 in Washington DC, the Methanol Institute now has additional offices in Singapore, Beijing, Brussels and Delhi. Other cruise company members include Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, MSC Group and Mitsui O.S.K Lines.