Italian Fincantieri Delivers Second LNG-Powered Cruise Ship to TUI Cruises

en.Wedoany.com Reported - Fincantieri has delivered the second next-generation InTUItion-class cruise ship, "Mein Schiff Flow," to TUI Cruises. The vessel was built at Fincantieri's shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy, with a gross tonnage of 160,000 and a capacity of approximately 4,000 passengers. Alongside its sister ship "Mein Schiff Relax," it belongs to a new class developed by Fincantieri, designed to balance environmental performance with modern cruise operations.

The core technical feature of "Mein Schiff Flow" is its dual-fuel propulsion capability, allowing it to operate on liquefied natural gas (LNG) and traditional marine gas oil (MGO). The ship is also designed to accommodate future low-carbon fuels, including bio-LNG and e-LNG, providing flexibility for the cruise industry's transition to alternative energy sources.

The vessel is equipped with a range of emission reduction and energy efficiency technologies, including catalytic converters compliant with Euro 6 standards, a steam turbine that recovers waste heat from diesel generators, and shore power connectivity. The shore power capability enables near-zero emission operations while the ship is docked in port. Since cruise ships spend approximately 40% of their operational time at berth, the shore power system offers a significant means of reducing local air emissions.

The onboard environmental systems also include waste management. "Mein Schiff Flow" is equipped with an advanced thermal waste treatment system that can convert organic waste into recyclable components, supporting more sustainable ship operations.

Cooperation between the shipyard and the shipowner continues, with two additional InTUItion-class vessels already ordered, scheduled for delivery in 2031 and 2032.

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