Celestyal Discovery has become the first vessel in Greek waters to be refuelled using a marine biofuel blend. The milestone delivery, conducted at the Port of Lavrion, was carried out by Coral Marine Products SA, part of Motor Oil Group, in partnership with Celestyal.

The locally-produced blend combines conventional marine fuel with a second-generation biofuel, derived from recycled used cooking oils. The innovation, created by Motor Oil’s subsidiary Verd, is fully compliant with the new ISO 8217:2024 standards and is credited with reducing CO₂ emissions by approximately 21 per cent.

“This initiative marks a meaningful shift toward sustainable cruising. We are proud that Celestyal Discovery is taking the lead in reducing the environmental footprint of the cruise sector in Greece,” said Captain George Koumpenas, COO at Celestyal.

“From refreshing our fleet to expanding our itineraries, sustainability is central to our long-term vision. This pioneering use of biofuel is a proud moment for us, and demonstrates what’s possible when local expertise and global ambition come together. We’re committed to exploring further solutions that support our planet and enhance the cruising experience for future generations,” said Chris Theophilides, CEO at Celestyal.

The 1,360-guest Celestyal Discovery joined the Celestyal fleet in November 2023 and has recently undergone her second multi-million-euro refurbishment. From April to November, she will offer three- and four-night ‘Iconic Greek Islands’ cruises, departing Athens, and calling at Mykonos, Kusadasi, Patmos, Rhodes and Santorini, with prices starting from €339 pp.

She will then reposition to the Arabian Gulf, offering three- and four-night ‘Iconic Arabia’ cruises, departing Abu Dhabi, and calling at Dubai, Sir Bani Yas Island, Doha, Khasab and Ras al Khaimah. Prices start from €618 for two people on a three-night voyage, and €778 for two people on a four-night cruise.

For more information, visit: celestyal.com or call: 211 1996471.

About Celestyal

Celestyal, an award-winning and year-round cruise company, continues to set the standard for unmissable travel experiences in the Greek Islands, the Adriatic and the Arabian Gulf. Built on a foundation of unique Greek heritage, the company excels in delivering, exceptional hospitality, ensuring genuine cultural immersion both onboard and onshore. Operating two brand new vessels, Celestyal Discovery accommodating 1360 passengers and Celestyal Journey accommodating 1,260 passengers, Celestyal prioritises highly personalised services, establishing a high-end environment that welcomes over 140,000 passengers annually from more than 130 different nationalities.