Cruise news (MOL Mitsui Ocean Cruises-tagged)
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Japanese cruise ship Nippon Maru completes final voyage after 35 years at sea
The Japanese vessel Nippon Maru returned to homeport Yokohama on Sunday, May 10th, following its final voyage, concluding a 35-year career during...
May 10, 2026 - Cruise Industry
MITSUI OCEAN SAKURA scheduled for introductory cruise program in Japan
Mitsui O.S.K. Cruises has outlined the introductory operating schedule for its new vessel, MITSUI OCEAN SAKURA/fka Seabourn Sojourn, which is set to...
January 1, 2026 - Cruise Industry
MOL-Mitsui Ocean Cruises unveils 2026 Japan voyages
MOL-Mitsui Ocean Cruises (Japan) released 22 new itineraries for 2026 scheduled for Mitsui Ocean Fuji under the theme “Funatabi &ndash...
October 25, 2025 - Cruise Industry
MOL Cruises’ next ship named MITSUI OCEAN SAKURA (Seabourn Sojourn)
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) has confirmed that its subsidiary, MOL Cruises Ltd, will introduce a new cruise vessel in late 2026 under the name MITSUI...
August 19, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Nippon Maru to conclude service in May 2026 after 35 years with Mitsui Ocean Cruises
MOL Cruises Ltd., the operator of Mitsui Ocean Cruises, has announced that its flagship vessel Nippon Maru will be retired from service on May 10th...
June 5, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Mitsui Ocean Fuji chooses Barbados for Caribbean debut
Barbados recently welcomed the Mitsui Ocean Fuji, Japan’s most luxurious cruise vessel, reinforcing the island’s status as a premier...
March 17, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Mitsui Ocean Cruises acquires Seabourn Sojourn ship
Mitsui Ocean Cruises continues to strengthen its presence in the high-end cruise market with the acquisition of Seabourn Sojourn from Carnival...
March 5, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Mitsui Ocean Cruises (Japan) expands sales to North America
The Japan-based Mitsui Ocean Cruises launched sales in North America for the first time. The expansion is supported by The Travel Architects...
February 20, 2025 - Cruise Industry
MOL Sunflower's fleet join two new ferries - Kamuy & Pirka
Japanese shipbuilder Naikai Zosen Corporation has delivered a new LNG-powered Ro-Pax ferry, Sunflower Kamuy (IMO 9965306) to Mitsui OSK Lines/MOL for...
January 13, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Mitsui Ocean Fuji christened in Tokyo Bay with traditional ceremony
Mitsui Ocean Fuji ship was officially named during a ceremony held in Tokyo Bay on Saturday, December 7th. The traditional sake-breaking ritual was...
December 7, 2024 - Cruise Industry
MOL Group launches Mitsui Ocean Fuji as part of BLUE ACTION 2035 vision
Mitsui OSK Lines/MOL Group announced the official launch of its newest cruise ship Mitsui Ocean Fuji, which began revenue operations for the company...
December 2, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Mitsui Ocean Cruises launches new shore excursion program for 2024-2025 season
For over a century, Mitsui Ocean Cruises has navigated the extensive 18,000-mile coastline of Japan, presenting tourists with an in-depth exploration...
November 13, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Mitsui Ocean Cruises takes delivery of Mitsui Ocean Fuji (fka Seabourn Odyssey)
MOL Cruises, Ltd., the operator of Mitsui Ocean Cruises, officially took delivery of Mitsui Ocean Fuji in a ceremony held aboard Seabourn Odyssey...
September 26, 2024 - Cruise Industry
MOL launches LNG-fueled ship Sunflower Pirka, expanding Japan’s largest ferry fleet
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL) announced the successful naming and launch ceremony of the LNG-fueled ferry Sunflower Pirka on September 4th, 2024...
September 6, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Seabourn Odyssey begins final journey before refit and renaming as Mitsui Ocean Fuji
The renowned luxury ship Seabourn Odyssey is currently on her final voyage through Alaska, marking the end of her service with Seabourn before...
August 20, 2024