Roatán marks first STS LNG bunkering operation with Carnival cruise ship
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Carnival Cruise Line’s LNG-powered flagship, Carnival Jubilee, recently bunkered LNG marine fuel in Roatán, Honduras.
According to Francesco Scarso, Senior First Engineer of Carnival Cruise Line, the event marked the first-ever ship-to-ship (STS) LNG bunkering operation to take place in Roatán.
“I recently acted as the Person in Charge (PIC) for the inaugural Ship-to-Ship (STS) LNG bunkering operation ever to take place in Roatán, Honduras—fueling Carnival Cruise Line’s beautiful LNG-powered flagship, the Carnival Jubilee,” he said in a social media post.
“Executing a cryogenic transfer for an Excel-class vessel in a brand-new location brings immense responsibility. From coordinating with port authorities to managing strict safety zones, ensuring ESD link integration, the operation required total focus and zero room for error.”
He added that this successful operation marked a giant leap forward for sustainable shipping and the expansion of LNG fueling options.
Photo credit: Francesco Scarso
Published: 2 June, 2026
