World Fuel Services supplies a Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings vessel with waste-based biofuels in Greece through collaboration with EKO

RELEASE DATE: December 4, 2025

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World Fuel Services supplies a Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings vessel with waste-based biofuels in Greece through collaboration with EKO

The pioneering bunkering operation represents an extension of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings’ biofuel program across Southern Europe as part of its Sail & Sustain strategy and highlights World Fuel’s ability to connect ship operators with certified sustainable fuels worldwide.

The delivery builds on Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings’ previous biofuel operations in Europe, including successful trials in Gibraltar, Copenhagen, and the Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp (ARA) region, as well as a biofuel delivery in Piraeus on 20th July. Together, these operations highlight the cruise line’s commitment to integrating sustainable fuel solutions across its fleet and World Fuel’s pivotal role in enabling these projects.

Kimberly Westmoreland, Senior Director Cruise and Energy Transition, World Fuel, said: “This collaboration demonstrates how the cruise industry can access certified alternative fuels right now – not someday. By uniting our global supply network with strong local execution, we’re able to support forward-looking operators like Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings turn low carbon fuels access into meaningful progress on decarbonization.”

“This biofuel operation in Piraeus reflects the kind of pragmatic progress we’re making under our Sail & Sustain program,” said Lory Urdaneta, Senior Director Energy Strategy at Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings. “It’s one more way we’re scaling lower-carbon solutions across our fleet while maintaining the guest experience we’re known for. Collaborating with partners like World Fuel and EKO enables us to accelerate our decarbonization efforts and extend our sustainability impact across new geographies.”

Chrisanthopoulos Konstantinos, Manager, Marine Fuels & Services Division, EKO said: “EKO is proud to contribute to this important milestone in Greece. By supplying waste-based biofuels locally, we are demonstrating the readiness of the market and the potential for wider adoption across the Mediterranean.”

As the commercialization of the energy transition continues to take root, collaborations of this kind show how the cruise sector can use alliances to deliver measurable progress today. By coordinating supply, supporting certification, and ensuring operational reliability, World Fuel continues to help ship operators worldwide access the right fuel at the right time.

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About World Fuel Services 

Headquartered in Miami, Florida, World Fuel Services is a World Kinect (NYSE: WKC) company. World Fuel Services sells and delivers liquid fuels, operational services, technology, renewable energy, and other sustainability solutions to its clients through its marine and aviation divisions. For more information, visit www.worldfuel.com.

About EKO

EKO, member of HELLENiQ ENERGY, has been a leading supplier of marine fuels and lubricants in Greece since 1984, serving cruise ships, container vessels, coastal operators, and international fleets across all Greek ports. Known for reliable logistics, 24/7 service, and strong technical support, EKO ensures the safe, high-quality, and environmentally responsible delivery of fuels in line with international standards.

About HELLENiQ ENERGY

HELLENiQ ENERGY is one of the leading integrated energy companies in Southeast Europe. Established as HELLENIC PETROLEUM in 1998, with roots dating back to Greece’s first refinery in 1958,  HELLENiQ ENERGY has grown to become Greece’s largest company and one of the biggest in SE Europe, by annual revenue. Vigorously pursuing an ambitious transformation strategy, it has evolved into a regional energy leader and currently has presence in 8 countries and growing international operations, with a diversified portfolio spanning across the energy value chain.