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Passenger shippingThe %u201cVision%u201d of a batteryelectric cruise shipAt Seatrade Cruise Global in Miami, USA, the MEYER WERFT Group presented Project %u201cVision%u201d, the world%u2019s first 100% battery-electric cruise ship with a size of more than 80,000 GT. The concept study demonstrates how sustainable innovations can redefine the future of the cruise industry.%u201cWe asked ourselves how we can use innovation to reduce CO2 and contribute to decarbonisation %u2014 not in 50 years, but much sooner. We enable a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions of up to 95%%u201d, explained Tim Krug from the MEYER WERFT Concept Development Group. Every year, MEYER WERFT presents an entirely new and innovative concept at Seatrade Cruise Global, the world%u2019s largest industry trade show, underlining its position as a technological leader.Johannes Bade, responsible at MEYER WERFT for the development programme behind %u201cVision%u201d, adds: %u201cWith battery-electric cruise ships, we offer a competitive product that relies on existing technologies. We are opening up entirely new opportunities for our customers to operate sustainably and profitably in the long term%u201d. Project %u201cVision%u201d is 275 metres long, accommodates 1,856 passengers, and has a size of around 82,000 GT.With the battery system, a large portion of typical European cruise routes can be covered, for example, the route from Barcelona to Civitavecchia near Rome. By 2030, around 100 ports across Europe will offer the required charging infrastructure. Upon request, the ships can also be built as hybrids with small generators, enabling, for example, transatlantic crossings.Project %u201cVision%u201d also introduces new architectural approaches to cruise ship design: the vertical shaft running through the ship for exhaust treatment, and the funnel, which usually occupies parts of the sun deck, can be eliminated. This enables an entirely new sun deck design with unobstructed views. The %u201cVision%u201d concept study is designed as an all-weather ship and includes fully glazed, weather-protected areas. For example, the traditional aqua park has been arranged as an indoor area at the stern, making it usable year-round.Another major advantage of the fully battery-electric power system and the elimination of main engines is that onboard comfort is significantly improved, with even lower engine noises and vibrations on the %u201cVision%u201d.MSC Group%u2019s Cruise Division introduces Sandy Cay: A new luxury private island retreatin the BahamasMSC Group%u2019s Cruise Division introduced Sandy Cay %u2014 a new luxury private island destination located adjacent to the Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve in the International watersCredit: MEYER WERFT Group124 NX