Nabu ranking: Half of large cruise ships still run on polluting heavy fuel oil

A significant portion of the global cruise industry continues to rely on environmentally damaging heavy fuel oil, according to a new ranking released by the environmental organization Nabu. The report indicates that approximately half of all large cruise ships surveyed still operate using this type of fuel, which is known for its high sulfur content and substantial emissions.

Nabu's assessment highlights the environmental footprint of the popular vacation sector, where millions of Germans embark on cruises each year. The organization's ranking evaluates various cruise lines based on their environmental practices, with a particular focus on fuel consumption and emissions. The continued use of heavy fuel oil by major vessels raises concerns about air quality and the overall ecological impact of the cruise industry.

The findings are intended to provide consumers with crucial information to make more environmentally conscious travel choices. By shedding light on which cruise lines are more or less sustainable, Nabu aims to encourage greater transparency and push the industry towards adopting cleaner technologies and fuels.