Mahahual, Q.R. — Royal Caribbean has announced a new solid waste management facility for the town of Mahahual. The company, who now owns the Port of Costa Maya, says it will be state-of-the-art and technology driven.
Once constructed, it will be the first of its kind in southern Quintana Roo. The facility is being built by Maritime Procurement Services (MPS) based out of Mexico City. Royal Caribbean says MPS will serve as the official operating partner of the finished facility.
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, they said.
The facility will also help to implement a circular economy model, transforming waste into valuable resources, and driving environmental stewardship in the Mexican Caribbean.
Ari Adler, President, Royal Caribbean Group Mexico said “partnering with a trusted, local operator such as MPS ensures that this facility will deliver lasting benefits to the region.
“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.
These will enable 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. 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.
The Royal Caribbean company, who now owns the cruise ship port at Mahahual, did not say when construction of the new facility would start or how much is would cost.
