You are using an outdated browser For a better experience using this site, please upgrade to a modern web browser. Subscribe Get Daily Email Subscribe --> Contact Us Sign in Home News & Features Compliance Costs Bunker Prices Bunker Intelligence EMEA News Latest Features World Americas EMEA Asia/Pacific Home News & Features EMEA MSC Cruises Tests Enilive HVO Biofuel on Cruise Ship MSC Cruises Tests Enilive HVO Biofuel on Cruise Ship by Ship & Bunker News Team Tuesday May 12, 2026 Tweet Follow @shipandbunker The cruise ship MSC Opera. Image Credit: Enilive Energy company Eni and cruise operator MSC Cruises said they have completed a trial using Enilive’s HVO marine biofuel onboard the cruise ship MSC Opera . During the test, one engine on MSC Opera operated for around 2,000 hours using pure HVO or HVO100 , Eni said in an email statement on Tuesday . Performance and emissions data were monitored during the trial. The companies said the test confirmed the technical feasibility of using pure HVO in marine engines while maintaining performance comparable to conventional marine fuels. According to the results, NOx emissions were reduced by 16% , while greenhouse gas emissions fell by around 80% compared with traditional marine fuel. Engine maker Wartsila supported the assessment, while Bureau Veritas acted as an independent certifier for the trial. Biofuel blends can be used as a drop-in fuel, allowing existing fleet to reduce emissions without requiring any modifications.  “The trial with MSC has demonstrated how HVO diesel biofuel can contribute immediately to the decarbonization of maritime transport,” Stefano Ballista , CEO of Enilive, said. Ship & Bunker News Team To contact the editor responsible for this story email us at [email protected] Also in the News EST-Floattech Battery System Powers Hybrid Inland Vessel The inland cruise vessel entered service in April with a 520 kWh battery system supporting its hybrid propulsion setup. Read in F