Cruise Pioneers | Navigating Net Zero Through Innovation & Partnerships

Seatrade Cruise Talks
In this episode of Cruise Pioneers, host Birgit Liodden is joined by Anshul Tuteja, VP of Energy Strategy and Decarbonisation at Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings. With over 20 years of maritime experience—including leading global fleet optimisation and decarbonisation at Royal Caribbean Group—Anshul is at the forefront of the cruise industry’s green transition.
Together, they explore the path to a net-zero cruise industry by 2050, diving into company and industry-wide sustainability strategies. From energy efficiency and vessel optimisation to future fuels and hybrid technologies, Anshul shares insights on how the cruise sector is evolving toward a cleaner, waste-free, and nature-friendly future.
The conversation also highlights the power of collaboration with startups and innovators, unlocking mutually beneficial solutions to accelerate the journey to net zero. Anshul offers valuable advice for startups looking to enter the cruise industry and play a role in shaping its sustainable future.
Tune in for a forward-thinking discussion on the technologies, strategies, and partnerships driving the next era of sustainable cruising.
