market strategy and by introducing bold commercial terms and generous commissions, we place a strong emphasis on aiding their recovery. Many travel advisers are seeing an unprecedented surge of business as the pandemic has given them new relevancy. The global disruption caused by the pandemic has brought with it a magnified outlook on environmental and climate concerns. Environmental consideration has been key within all touchpoints of the brand, and we are committed to leaving a positive footprint behind for the next generation. Explora Journeys is committed to creating a positive impression on the destinations and communities visited by its ships. All four ships in Explora Journeys’ fleet currently on order will be equipped with the latest environmental and marine technologies and will feature the latest selective catalytic reduction technology to enable a reduction of nitrogen oxide emissions by 90 per cent, be equipped with shore power plug-in connectivity to reduce emissions in port and fitted with underwater noise management systems to help protect marine life. Each ship will also have a comprehensive range of onboard energy-efficient equipment to optimise engine use to further reduce emissions. Just last month during the celebration of the EXPLORA I Float Out at the Fincantieri Shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy, we announced we are exploring remodifying our third and fourth ships with the introduction of liquified natural gas (LNG) as part of our deep-rooted commitment to the environment. LNG plays a key role in climate change mitigation with the potential to reduce CO₂ emissions by up to 25% compared to standard marine fuels and supports the MSC Group`s pledge to achieve netzero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. How is Explora Journeys redefining ocean travel? Customer centricity has been front and centre of our strategy and we have built a brand based on the results of the significant investment in consumer research, extending to more than 20,000 consumers globally. It is therefore by taking this consumer and detail-orientated approach and more importantly, applying the results of the research, Explora Journeys will offer highly curated and one-of-a-kind experiences. Five central elements of design, space, choice, destinations, and the destination experience, have been pivotal in the process.
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