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Alternative Fuels on New Cruise Ships: Why LNG Is Not Zero-emission · Sektör

Sektör · 14/05/2026

Alternative Fuels on New Cruise Ships: Why LNG Is Not Zero-emission

Editor · Cemal Sert
Published · 14/05/2026
Updated · 04/09/2026
Read · 1 min
Source · European Commission — FuelEU Maritime

Quick answer

New ships may use LNG, methanol, biofuels and, in future, fuels of renewable origin; the “alternative” label alone does not mean zero emissions.

New ships may use LNG, methanol, biofuels and, in future, fuels of renewable origin; the “alternative” label alone does not mean zero emissions.

FuelEU Maritime does not mandate one fuel

FuelEU Maritime does not mandate one fuel. It progressively limits the greenhouse-gas intensity of energy used on board, with the fuel life cycle and regulatory scope forming part of the assessment.

Do not compare a ship’s environmental claim by engine type alone

Do not compare a ship’s environmental claim by engine type alone. Consider the fuel source, methane-slip risk, energy efficiency, shore-power use and the boundary of verified reporting together.

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