Repsol and NCLH Sign 8-Year Renewable Fuel Deal in Barcelona
- Repsol will supply renewable marine fuels to NCLH at the Port of Barcelona starting in 2026.
- The agreement includes biofuels initially and renewable methanol from 2029.
- Repsol's Ecoplanta facility in Tarragona will produce renewable methanol from urban waste.
- NCLH aims for a 10% GHG intensity reduction by 2026 and 25% by 2030.
Agreement Overview
Repsol has entered an 8-year agreement with Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH) to supply renewable marine fuels at the Port of Barcelona. This collaboration will commence in the 2026 European cruise season.
Renewable Fuel Supply
The agreement will initially provide biofuels, with renewable methanol being added from 2029. These fuels are certified under the ISCC EU framework, supporting NCLH's environmental compliance and decarbonization goals.
Production and Capacity
Renewable methanol will be produced at Repsol's Ecoplanta facility in Tarragona, Spain. This facility will process up to 400,000 tons of municipal solid waste annually, converting it into 240,000 tons of renewable fuels and circular products.
Decarbonization Goals
NCLH is committed to reducing greenhouse gas intensity by 10% by 2026 and 25% by 2030. This partnership aligns with their Sail & Sustain program, focusing on innovative fuel solutions and collaboration across the value chain.
Source: Repsol