by Sarah Kuta
Last updated: 1:55 PM ET, Mon June 8, 2026
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. has released the latest version of its Sail & Sustain Report.
The 2025 document highlights progress across the company’s global sustainability strategy and five foundational pillars: Caring for Nature, Sailing Safely, Empowering People, Strengthening Our Communities, and Operating with Integrity & Accountability.
Throughout last year, the company continued advancing initiatives across its operations, workforce, supply chain and destinations through a focus on collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement.
“Our Sail & Sustain program is designed to support resilience, discipline and long-term value creation,” says John W. Chidsey, chief executive officer of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. “The progress outlined in this year’s report reflects the dedication of our team members and partners around the world as we continue to strengthen our business, support our communities, and advance our sustainability journey.”
Key highlights include:
- Caring for Nature: Continued advancing collective action and environmental stewardship through investments in operational efficiency, advancements in shore power connectivity, alternative fuel readiness, including biofuel offtakes and progress towards methanol and liquefied natural gas capabilities for select newbuilds and expanded biodiversity initiatives such as eDNA monitoring and marine conservation partnerships.
- Sailing Safely: Maintained a strong focus on the health, safety and security of guests and crew through robust public health programs, compliance measures, rigorous training and oversight across the fleet.
- Empowering People: Invested in the growth and well-being of team members through leadership development, training, mentorship and wellness programs, while continuing to foster an engaged workforce representing more than 120 nationalities around the world.
- Strengthening our Communities: Increased investment in local partnerships, workforce development and community programs, supporting economic opportunity and cultural connection in key destinations.
- Operating with Integrity and Accountability: Strengthened supplier engagement through enhanced due diligence, traceability and integration of sustainability considerations into procurement processes.
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