109 Photo: credit The newly renovated Grand Suite, onboard Marella Discovery In addition to MJM’s antimicrobial lighting offering, the company have a standalone carpet and upholstery division. Recent carpet projects include TUI Cruises’ Mein Schiff 1 and both Royal Caribbean International’s Freedom of the Seas and Oasis of the Seas, all of which required detailed planning and flexibility from the MJM team. “We pride ourselves on taking a collaborative approach with our clients and supply chain,” explains Nevin. “Planning is a key contributor to the success of any renovation so we can meet the expectations of the client within realistic time frames. This often involves using modular methods of construction to ensure less disruption to the infrastructure of the ship during refurbishments.” Forward planning enables MJM to prioritise sustainability too. “We understand the sustainability challenges that the cruise industry is currently facing and believe that the small steps we make contribute towards the wider achievement of larger goals,” says Nevin. “Open communication and innovation are two of the main attributes our team bring to our existing and future relationships. We have an acute responsibility to meet a client’s sustainability agenda and our own responsible company targets.” To help it meet some of its own sustainability targets, MJM carries out material segregation and uses reusable energy sourced from solar panels and a biomass burner wherever possible. It encourages its customers and suppliers to make sustainable choices, too. “We suggest more sustainable products when we can, even when cruise operators and owners specify the materials either directly or through a design company,” says Nevin. “Via this, we make every effort to promote a responsible supply chain.” MJM also follows sustainable practices when delivering its carpet and upholstery services, focusing on upcycling existing furniture on cruise ships rather than fully replacing it. Its services include reupholstering furniture and soft goods such as draperies, headboards and bedding; painting and refinishing furniture; and fitting carpets and wooden and vinyl floors.” “The overall industry has a real enthusiasm and an air of positivity that’s great to see following on from Covid-19,” concludes Nevin. “We will continue to assist our clients with safe and sustainable refurbishments and are looking forward to working on some new and exciting innovations through the rest of 2023.”
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