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46 B M & T ••• November/December 2025 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com capital, was also inducted into The Club of the Most Beautiful Bays in the World. Adding to its prestige, Martinique has been designated a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, and the iconic yole (or skiff) has been recognized by UNESCO for its cultural signifi- cance. A destination like no other – Martinique c'est mag- nifique! For more information, visit us.martinique.org. sustainability practices, we're building stronger relationships with the destinations we serve while demonstrating our leader- ship 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 sub- stantial investments in LNG technology and advanced compli- ance software systems. Officials then toured Mardi Gras to see state-of-the-art envi- ronmental 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 regula- tions 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 govern- ments and tourism authorities to promote sustainable cruise tourism throughout the region. ABOUT CARNIVAL CORPORATION & PLC Carnival Corporation & plc is the largest global cruise com- pany and one of the largest leisure travel companies, with a portfolio of world-class cruise lines that includes AIDA Cruises, Carnival Cruise Line, Costa Cruises, Cunard, Holland America Line, P&O Cruises, Princess Cruises, and Seabourn. For more information, please visit www.carnivalcorp.com, www.aida.de, www.carnival.com, www.costacruises.com, www.cunard.com, www.hollandamerica.com, www.pocru- ises.com, www.princess.com, and www.seabourn.com. To learn more about Carnival Corporation's purpose and our positive impact worldwide on people and the planet, go to www.carnivalcorp.com/impact/. Turks & Caicos Delegation Aboard Carnival Mardi Gras Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK), the world's largest cruise company, welcomed a distin- guished delegation of Turks & Caicos Islands government offi- cials aboard Carnival Cruise Line's Mardi Gras for an educa- tional visit focused on the company's environmental steward- ship and sustainable operations. The visit brought together key ministers and tourism offi- cials with senior executives from Carnival Corporation and Carnival Cruise Line for an in-depth exploration of the compa- ny'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 environ- mental 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 presi- dent of government & destination affairs for Carnival Corporation. "By sharing our environmental innovations and 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