Carnival Corporation has signed an eight-year Lifecycle Agreement with Wärtsilä covering four LNG-powered cruise ships, with a focus on remote monitoring, condition-based maintenance and performance optimisation.
The agreement includes two vessels currently under construction and marks the first lifecycle service contract between the companies covering Carnival’s LNG-fuelled cruise fleet.
Alongside planned and unplanned maintenance, spare parts and engine overhauls, Wärtsilä will provide remote monitoring, condition-based maintenance, technical audits, performance reviews and advisory services.
Crew training and performance management against agreed key performance indicators (KPIs) are also included.
The performance-based agreement is designed to improve asset availability, reduce unscheduled maintenance and minimise unplanned downtime through continuous monitoring and data-driven performance management.
“The agreement reinforces Carnival Corporation’s ongoing commitment to operational excellence, sustainability and delivering a world-class guest experience,” said Vera Lannek, Vice President, Strategic Sourcing & Asset Management, Carnival Corporation.
“By working with Wärtsilä through a long-term lifecycle agreement, we can further strengthen the performance of the covered vessels while supporting the high standards our guests and operations depend on.”
Wärtsilä says the combination of remote monitoring, condition-based maintenance and regular performance reviews is intended to support continuous optimisation of the vessels’ dual-fuel engines and related equipment throughout their operational life.
“This agreement is the latest milestone in the long-standing relationship between Carnival Corporation and Wärtsilä,” said Andrea Morgante, Vice President, Performance Services, Wärtsilä Marine.
“It reflects our shared focus on ensuring high-performing cruise operations through proactive lifecycle support, data-driven insight and close technical collaboration throughout the vessel lifecycle.”
