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Costa projects up to 80% energy savings with new Philips LED lighting

Lighting leader Royal Philips is supporting Costa Cruises' sustainability efforts as the line upgrades its fleet with the latest energy-efficient LED lighting. More than 300,000 light fittings are being replaced across 10 ships with the MASTER LED and CorePro LEDTube products.

Anne Kalosh, Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review

December 15, 2014

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Costa said the lighting project guarantees energy savings of up to 80% and a resulting reduction in fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emissions.

'We are proud to have incorporated Philips’ experience and solutions into such a technologically advanced project,' said Roberto Brambilla, professional commercial director, Philips Lighting IIG.

According to Costa, the LEDs emit 'excellent quality white light, resembling natural sunlight that does not irritate or tire the eyes, while providing instant, maximum intensity light with fittings that are cold to touch.'

The cruise operator said this provides a brighter environment and creates a more welcoming and relaxing atmosphere than did the previous halogen bulbs.

About the Author

Anne Kalosh

Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review

Anne Kalosh covers global stories, reporting both breaking and in-depth news on cruising's significant people, places, ships and trends. A sought-after expert on cruising, she has moderated conferences around the world, including the high-profile State of the Industry panel at Seatrade Cruise Global. She created and led the acclaimed itinerary-planning case study for Seatrade's cruise master classes held at Cambridge and Oxford universities. She has been the cruise columnist for AFAR.com, and her freelance stories have appeared in a wide range of publications, from The New York Times to The Miami Herald.

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