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Cruise newbuild ‘Mardi Gras’ makes first LNG bunker call at Rotterdam port

Mardi Gras is Carnival Cruise Line’s largest cruise ship and the first to be powered by liquefied natural gas; the vessel is built at Meyer Turku, Finland.

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6 years ago

December 22, 2020

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The Port of Rotterdam Authority on Monday (21 December) said it expects to welcome the brand new Mardi Gras by Carnival Cruise Line to its Cruise Port at around 1:00 PM on Tuesday, 22 December.

Mardi Gras is Carnival Cruise Line’s largest cruise ship and the first to be powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG).

Having set out from Meyer Turku, Finland – the shipyard where it was built – the vessel, which isn’t carrying any passengers, is calling at Rotterdam for LNG bunkering while on its way to Port Canaveral, Florida. Next year, it will set off on cruises from there.

The port authority noted the arrival of the ship is the perfect ending to 2020 as the year of LNG at the port of Rotterdam.

Other highlights include the arrivals of the Sleipnir, the world’s largest semi-submersible LNG-powered crane vessel; the Iona, the first LNG-powered cruise ship to arrive in Rotterdam; and the CMA CGM Jacques Saade, the first 23,000 TEU container ship to be powered by LNG.

The opening of the Gate terminal ten years ago saw the Port of Rotterdam Authority begin to promote the use of LNG in Rotterdam.

There were two aims behind this strategy: firstly it wants to encourage the shipping industry to switch from using fuel oil to the cleaner LNG; secondly, the Port Authority is committed to making Rotterdam the LNG hub of North-West Europe.

LNG bunkering now takes place weekly at various locations in the port, and the port has almost ten LNG bunker ships at its disposal. The Mardi Gras will be fuelled with LNG from Shell by the LNG London bunker vessel, which is operated by Victrol.

After AIDA Nov, Costa Smeralda and Iona of Cunard, Mardi Gras is Carnival Corporation’s fourth LNG-powered cruise ship.

The Mardi Gras is currently expected to depart at 5:00 PM on Wednesday 23 December.

Photo credit: Port of Rotterdam Authority
Published: 22 December, 2020

Alternative Fuels

Singapore-based ONE celebrates maiden voyage of methanol-and-ammonia ready boxship

Following the successful deployment of “ONE Singapore” and its sister vessels, “ONE Solidarity” will be deployed on the Mediterranean Pacific South 2 (MS2) service.

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2 days ago

July 3, 2026

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Singapore-based ONE celebrates maiden voyage of methanol-and-ammonia ready boxship

Singapore-based container shipping company Ocean Network Express (ONE) on Thursday (3 July) said it celebrated the maiden voyage of containership ONE Solidarity as the ship made its first-ever arrival in Shekou, China.

“As one of our S-series methanol and ammonia ready container vessels, ONE Solidarity is another demonstration of ONE’s commitment to sustainable shipping,” the company said in a social media post.

Following the successful deployment of ONE Singapore and its sister vessels, ONE Solidarity will be deployed on the Mediterranean Pacific South 2 (MS2) service.

“Her deployment will boost our service capacity, ensuring faster, more reliable, and highly efficient shipping offerings across key global trade lanes,” the company added.

Photo credit: Ocean Network Express
Published: 3 July, 2026

Alternative Fuels

“Lucia Cosulich” enters final preparation ahead of bunkering operations

Following delivery of the ship in China, it will now enter the final preparation phase ahead of its next operational steps, strengthening Fratelli Cosulich’s ability to provide reliable bunkering solutions.

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July 3, 2026

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“Lucia Cosulich” enters final preparation ahead of bunkering operations

Fratelli Cosulich Marine Energy on Thursday (2 July) celebrated the delivery of Lucia Cosulich at Taizhou Maple Leaf Shipyard in China.

The vessel is the second of four sister methanol-ready IMO II bunker tankers developed within the Group’s fleet expansion programme and follows the launching ceremony held on 2 May 2026.

Designed to support the Group’s bunkering operations and future fuel requirements, Lucia Cosulich is part of the new generation of vessels developed by Fratelli Cosulich Marine Energy to combine operational reliability, safety and fuel flexibility.

Lucia Cosulich will now enter the final preparation phase ahead of its next operational steps, further strengthening the Group’s ability to provide reliable bunkering solutions.

“We wish Lucia Cosulich and her crew fair winds on the next stage of her journey,” the company said.

Photo credit: Fratelli Cosulich
Published: 3 July, 2026

Business

Glencore backs FincoEnergies’ biofuel growth with majority stake acquisition

With Glencore’s support, FincoEnergies is well positioned to continue expanding its offerings in biofuels across multiple transport segments and to increase its presence in new geographies.

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2 days ago

July 3, 2026

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Dutch biofuel supplier FincoEnergies on Thursday (2 July) announced the completion of global commodities trader Glencore’s acquisition of a majority stake in the company, forming a partnership with Coloured Finches.

FincoEnergies said its fuel distribution and logistics infrastructure, customer relationships and expertise in downstream fuel transportation will be complemented by Glencore’s global scale, sourcing capabilities and experience across the energy value chain.

With Glencore’s support, FincoEnergies added it is well positioned to continue expanding its offerings in biofuels and decarbonisation solutions across multiple transport segments and to increase its presence in new geographies.

Jan-Willem van der Velden, FincoEnergies CEO and Founder, said: “Today marks an exciting next step for FincoEnergies. Glencore already knows our business well, and this builds on years of collaboration, trust and shared ambition. With Glencore’s support and global reach behind us, we are in a strong position to continue growing our business and supporting our customers as demand for lower-carbon fuel solutions continues to evolve.”

Maxim Kolupaev, Head of Glencore Energy UK, said: “Glencore’s investment in FincoEnergies strengthens the presence of our business in Northwest Europe and creates a strong platform for future growth. We are looking forward to continuing to work closely with the FincoEnergies team and building on the successful relationship we have already developed together.”

Manifold Times previously reported FincoEnergies signing an agreement with Glencore for the acquisition of a majority shareholding in the FincoEnergies Group in a partnership with Coloured Finches.

Photo credit: FincoEnergies
Published: 3 July, 2026