MAHAHUAL, MX – March 26, 2026 – Royal Caribbean has announced a strategic partnership with Maritime Procurement Services (MPS) that aims to serve as the official operating partner for a new, state-of-the-art, technology-driven solid waste management facility to be developed in Mahahual, Quintana Roo.

The project will mark the first facility of its kind in southern Quintana Roo, setting a new benchmark for responsible waste management that will significantly strengthen local waste infrastructure in Mahahual. The facility will also help to implement a circular economy model, transforming waste into valuable resources, and driving environmental stewardship in the Mexican Caribbean.

“Partnering with a trusted, local operator such as MPS ensures that this facility will deliver lasting benefits to the region,” said Ari Adler, president, Royal Caribbean Group Mexico. “Together, we are taking concrete action to protect the ecosystems and communities that make the Mexican Caribbean so special.”

The new solid waste facility will incorporate advanced sorting technologies, closed-loop processing systems, high-efficiency material recovery solutions, and best-in-class environmental controls, enabling more efficient waste handling, resource recovery, and reduced reliance on landfills.

The project is expected to generate local jobs, expand regional circular economy opportunities, and support Mahahual’s sustainable growth by reducing environmental impact, and supporting the long-term health of surrounding ecosystems and communities.

“We are proud to be part of this transformational project,” said Alejandro Trillo Menchelli, CEO of MPS. “At MPS, we have built a strong foundation in circular economy operations across 13 ports in Mexico, and today we take a decisive step forward by integrating cutting-edge technology with a model that transforms waste into value. Mahahual will become a benchmark for how sustainability can scale with real impact, aligning industry, community, and the environment.”

As the operating partner, MPS will oversee daily facility management, community integration, workforce development, and alignment with local and federal environmental standards to ensure that everything is carried out with the highest environmental standards and without impact on the ecosystem.

As a recognized leader in circular economy solutions, Maritime Procurement Services (MPS) operates across strategic ports in Mexico, bringing proven expertise in waste valorization, environmental compliance, and sustainable infrastructure development.


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