AIDAperla has been cleared to begin regular operations on its Mediterranean program using LNG (Liquified Natural Gas). It will be cut over gradually over the next several weeks. It will be fueled with LNG in Barcelona, Marseille and Civitavecchia. Carnival is currently in discussion with officials in Palma de Mallorca to be able to fuel there also.
The complete story appeared in the November 27 edition of Cruise News Daily.