Evac Optima 7 selected for Carnival Cruise Line’s next-generation vessels

Designed from the earliest development stages with passenger safety and comfort in mind, Optima 7 delivers a quieter, cleaner, and more reliable sanitation experience,reduced noise levels operating at 72 dB or below, and a soft-closing seat with smooth, precise motion. It has built-in antimicrobial materials that eliminate 99.99% of surface bacteria. Together, these features enhance the onboard environment for guests and crew.

• Cabin builders and installation companies appreciate its effortless installation.
• Designers enjoy its seamless, modern aesthetic.
• Cleaning crews value its hygiene-first design – for both passengers and crew.

“Optima 7 delivers exactly what we want for our guests: comfort, reliability, and a seamless onboard experience. It also strikes the right balance for our teams and supports the high standards we set for every Carnival ship,” said Brett Vitols, AVP Newbuilds, Carnival Cruise Line.

For Evac, Optima 7 builds on decades of engineering expertise and more than 1 million vacuum toilets delivered since 1979.

“We knew from the beginning this wasn’t just another vacuum toilet. Optima 7 is our flagship – quiet, antimicrobial, effortless to install, and beautifully designed. It’s everything our customers value in one seamless experience,” said Robin Mérus, Strategic Account Director at Evac Group.

In June 2025, Evac Optima 7 was recognized with two Red Dot Awards – for Product Design and Sustainability Design – underscoring Evac’s leadership in advancing innovative and sustainable sanitation technologies for the maritime industry.

With Optima 7, Carnival is taking another step toward a future with nothing to waste. Carnival Festivale and Carnival Tropicale are the newest Excel Class ships from Carnival and will enter service in 2027 and 2028.