How MSC’s Hydrogen Fuel Cell Pilot Projects Are Shaping the Future of Cruising

1 | Why hydrogen matters for the cruise sector Commercial shipping generates ~3 % of global CO₂, with cruise vessels drawing extra scrutiny because their “hotel loads” (HVAC, lighting, kitchens, pools, entertainment) run 24 ⁄ 7—even when main engines are off in port. Hydrogen fuel cells convert hydrogen and oxygen to electricity in an electro-chemical …