108 INTERVIEW The outbreak of Covid-19 and the growing focus on decarbonising the maritime industry have prompted passenger ship operators to prioritise working with interior outfitters such as MJM Marine, which can deliver safe and sustainable onboard spaces. MJM finished 2022 strongly with a win at the Cruise Ship Interiors Expo Awards in London in the category of Supplier of the Year and by completing the outfitting of Marella Cruise’s Marella Discovery in December which included upgrades to all cabins and suites onboard. As part of the project, the firm installed antimicrobial lighting technology across the ships wet units, in partnership with lighting provider Vyv. “Vyv’s advanced antimicrobial lighting presents a more efficient and environmentally sound solution to achieving smarter, cleaner and safer conditions, particularly onboard ships where microbial challenges are rife,” says Fiona Nevin, head of global business development at MJM Marine, outlining how the firm supports onboard health and safety protocols. “The ultraviolet-free LED lighting continuously cleans hightraffic environments, high-touch surfaces and surrounding spaces on ships that are susceptible to microbial growth, creating environments that are inhospitable to viruses without requiring harsh chemicals.” MJM Marine’s Fiona Nevin tells Alice Chambers about the outfitting firm’s new carpet and upholstery division, recent renovation projects, sustainability initiatives and a partnership with Vyv that promotes health and safety onboard ships Staying safe and going green “ We make every effort to promote a responsible supply chain”
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