Turks & Caicos Delegation Aboard Carnival Mardi Gras
Carnival Corporation Hosts High-Level Environmental Stewardship Showcase in Grand Turk
Leading cruise operator demonstrates advanced sustainability initiatives to Turks & Caicos Islands government delegation aboard Carnival Mardi Gras
GRAND TURK, Turks and Caicos Islands (Oct. 14, 2025) – Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK), the world’s largest cruise company, welcomed a distinguished delegation of Turks & Caicos Islands government officials aboard the Carnival Mardi Gras for an educational visit focused on the company’s environmental stewardship and sustainable operations.
The visit brought together key ministers and tourism officials with senior executives from Carnival Corporation and Carnival Cruise Line for an in-depth exploration of the company’s cutting-edge technologies and day-to-day practices that support sustainable cruise operations.
The delegation was led by Hon. Zhavargo Jolly, Minister of Tourism, Environment, Agriculture & Fisheries, and Hon. Kyle Knowles, Minister of Health & Human Services. The group also included Wesley Clerveaux, Permanent Secretary of Tourism, Environment, Agriculture & Fisheries; Renessa Williams, Acting Permanent Secretary of Health & Human Services; Paul Pennicook, Interim CEO of Experience Turks & Caicos; and other senior officials responsible for environmental health and tourism policy.
“This educational visit highlights Carnival Corporation’s commitment to transparency and collaboration with our Caribbean partners,” said Marie McKenzie, senior vice president of government & destination affairs for Carnival Corporation. “By sharing our environmental innovations and sustainability practices, we’re building stronger relationships with the destinations we serve while demonstrating our leadership in responsible cruise operations.”
An onboard program led by Benton Lobo, vice president of compliance and environmental operations for Carnival Cruise Line, detailed the company’s sustainability achievements, industry leadership and 2030 sustainability goals, including substantial investments in LNG technology and advanced compliance software systems.
Officials then toured Mardi Gras to see state-of-the-art environmental operations and innovative sustainability practices, including:
● Food-waste biodigesters
● State-of-the-art recycling center
● Engine Control Room overview covering LNG use and water production systems
● Bridge briefing on the OneOcean Environmental Compliance & Passage Planning Software, which ensures adherence to national and international environmental regulations across Carnival Corporation’s fleet
The visit also included a tour of the Grand Turk Cruise Center, one of Carnival Corporation’s owned and operated ports. Officials learned about the company’s planned beach restoration efforts following Hurricane Erin, reinforcing Carnival Corporation’s commitment to destination recovery and environmental rehabilitation.
The comprehensive engagement reflects Carnival Corporation’s ongoing collaboration with Caribbean governments and tourism authorities to promote sustainable cruise tourism throughout the region.
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Media Contacts:
Janna Rowell, Carnival Corporation, jrowell@carnival.com