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Statement by Dr. Monika Griefahn, Chief Sustainability Officer AIDA Cruises
Rostock, 06. May 2016
"We roundly reject these accusations. What NABU is doing here is pure manipulation. NABU's measurements are devoid of any scientific basis and are not the result of a recognized testing procedure. AIDAprima features the most cutting-edge environmental technology technically feasible on a passenger ship today. We have already presented this technology to the public over the past weeks. The multi-level system for exhaust treatment is currently being tested; we are still awaiting the legally prescribed approvals. We cannot ignore the legal regulations. I have personally informed NABU of this.
Following the approval by the Hanseatic City of Hamburg's environment agency on May 4, 2016, for the energy supply of AIDAprima using LNG during the ship's time in port, we will already begin the first test operation this Saturday. I am very pleased that Hamburg's environment agency managed to complete the approval procedure in time for AIDAprima's christening during the port anniversary celebration. I thank the agency for its exemplary dedication. It is a continuation of the outstanding working relationship which already proved its worth during the approval procedure for the 'Hummel' LNG barge. Approvals are already in place for LNG-based operation in the ports of Le Havre, Southampton and Zeebrugge."
07. February 2014
Mariella Ahrens is enjoying her vacation on AIDAdiva
On January 31, 2014, actress Mariella Ahrens checked in on board AIDAdiva. On her well-deserved vacation, the cruise took her to the Persian Gulf with United Arab Emirates, Oman, and Bahrain.
Known from diverse popular German TV- and film productions, the actress spent time ... [more]
06. February 2014
AIDA Cruises is main sponsor of the 825th HAMBURG PORT ANNIVERSARY
In 2014, AIDA Cruises is once again the main sponsor of the HAMBURG PORT ANNIVERSARY. From May 9th to 11th, 2014, over a million people are expected to attend the largest maritime festival in the world. This year, three AIDA ships will grace the port’s anniversary with their ... [more]
31. January 2014
AIDA Cruises celebrates roofing ceremony of the new office building complex
On January 31, AIDA Cruises celebrated the roofing ceremony of its new office building complex, AIDA Home, at the Rostock city harbor. The company used this traditional ceremony as a chance to thank all construction companies and partners involved. Seven months after the ... [more]