Port of Naples successfully completes first LNG refuelling The Port of Naples has completed its first LNG refuelling operation for Princess Cruises’ Sun Princess in a collaboration between energy company Axpo and Terminal Napoli. The operation followed months of technical and regulatory work involving local maritime authorities, Terminal Napoli, Axpo and engineering specialists to establish procedures for ship-to-ship LNG bunkering. The milestone expands the range of fuelling options available to cruise ships calling at the port, which welcomes around 1.8 million cruise passengers and over 10 million total travellers per year. Port Tampa Bay in Florida has started work on its fourth cruise terminal, which will enable the port to handle more than 200 additional calls and up to two million passengers per year. Estimates suggest the facility will also help the port generate an extra $100 million in annual economic impact. Kimmins Contracting Corporation is leading site preparation works for the terminal and the parking garage, which have been designed by HDR and BEA Architects. Construction is expected to be complete by 2029. Photo: Terminal Napoli Construction starts on Naha terminal in Okinawa Naha Port Authority, Cruise Port Naha, Royal Caribbean Group and MSC Cruises have begun building a new cruise terminal at Naha Port on Okinawa Island. The terminal is expected to open in March 2028 and will be managed by Cruise Port Naha. It will accommodate “some of the most advanced cruise ships in the world”, supporting the long-term growth of cruise tourism in Okinawa. “This project forms part of our long-term vision to expand our presence in the region and create new opportunities for guests of MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys to enjoy Asia year-round,” said Pierfrancesco Vago, executive chairman of MSC Group’s cruise division. Jason Liberty, chairman and CEO of Royal Caribbean Group, said: “Japan is one of the most important cruise markets in Asia – not only as a destination, but as a long-term partner in our global business.” Photo: Royal Caribbean Group Tampa begins building first new cruise terminal in 25 years Photo: Port Tampa Bay 21 MARKETWATCH
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