165 Taiwan International Ports Corp is installing onshore power supply at the Kaohsiung Port Cruise Terminal for 2026 technology. In 2024, 47 per cent of all cruise ships visiting the port connected to shore power, avoiding 3,964 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent emissions and 1.1 tonnes of diesel particulate matter. This is expected to rise to 70 per cent in the 2025 season, and by 2027 all ships homeported in Seattle will connect to shore power. In Wisconsin, Port Milwaukee is acting on major strategies outlined in the City of Milwaukee’s Climate and Equity plan, which aims to reduce community greenhouse gas emissions 45 per cent by 2030 and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. The port has signed the Cruise the Great Lakes Sustainability Pledge, which commits it to working with other member ports to promote and implement environmentally friendly and sustainable cruise practices. Florida’s Port Canaveral, meanwhile, is investing in environmental initiatives to preserve and protect the waterways and surrounding resources. The port was the first in North America to provide LNG fuel and is currently homeporting five LNG-powered vessels, with Carnival Festivale and MSC World Atlantic to become the sixth and seventh in 2027. Additionally, it has received Green Marine recertification for the ninth consecutive year and partnered with the National Stormwater Trust to pilot its smart pond technology, which automatically adjusts water levels during severe weather. Port Canaveral was also recently recognised by the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association for its sponsorship of the Canaveral Sand Bypass and Beach Renourishment projects, which promote cleaner air and healthier waterways. Le Havre in France is also investing in shore power infrastructure, which will be available from autumn 2025 and extended to all cruise berths by summer 2026. Le Havre Croisieres is in the process of constructing three new terminals, one of which will feature photovoltaic panels on its roof to generate sustainable energy as it accommodates cruise ships with up to 6,000 passengers. Elsewhere in France, the Ports of Toulon Bay completed its installation of shore power infrastructure in 2025 and now gives priority to ships that can connect when allocating berths. The new system comes alongside its efforts to develop new ‘Green Bay’ environmental standards for passenger terminals and provide the necessary infrastructure to host LNG-powered ships. Gibraltar has also equipped itself as a fully LNG-capable port and is able to support visiting cruise ships using the fuel. Onshore, it has embarked on refurbishment projects at its attractions to preserve the city’s heritage. The city is also offering alternative tours that direct visitors beyond the Gibraltar Nature Reserve, helping to disperse footfall and protect natural spaces. Over in Taiwan, the Taiwan International Ports Corp (TIPC) has Photo: Taiwan International Ports Corporation FEATURE “ We plan voyages in close partnership with local leaders and organisations to ensure visits are welcome and beneficial” Felix Hamer HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions)
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