Cruise news (money-tagged)
- Cruise Industry
Davie Shipbuilding completes purchase of Helsinki Shipyard from Russian-owned Algador Holdings
Davie Shipbuilding, a Canadian firm, has successfully concluded its acquisition of Helsinki Shipyard, a manufacturer known for its production of...
November 8, 2023 - Accidents
26-yo Australian tries to smuggle $5M of drugs on Spirit of Tasmania ferry
In one of Tasmania's most substantial drug apprehensions, law enforcement authorities intercepted a 26-year-old man from Queensland Australia who...
November 7, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Alaska breaks cruise passenger records as tourism rebounds from the COVID crisis
Alaska achieved a new record for cruise ship tourism this summer, surpassing its 2019 numbers. Figures released at a Juneau Chamber of Commerce...
November 6, 2023 - Accidents
2 passengers steal US$12800 worth of artwork from Carnival Legend ship
Two passengers made off with US$12,800 worth of sculptures during a September voyage on the Carnival Legend cruise, as revealed in an FBI search...
November 6, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Ports of Genoa achieves unprecedented milestone with 4+ million passengers
The Ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado have recorded a remarkable increase in passenger throughput during the first 9 months of this year, with ~4...
October 31, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Greater Victoria Harbour's (BC Canada) 2023 cruise season ends with record number of tourists
The 2023 cruise season in Greater Victoria Harbour concluded on Sunday, October 29, having accommodated 326 ships and hosted approximately 970,000...
October 30, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Scotland implements new emissions tax on cruise ships visiting its ports
The Scottish Green party has unveiled plans to impose a new tax on cruise vessels visiting Scotland, aiming to address environmental concerns and the...
October 29, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Colombia's promising cruise season to conclude in June 2024
Colombia is set to unveil a promising cruise season that will conclude in June 2024, emphasizing the exploration of emerging destinations within the...
October 26, 2023 - Accidents
Ruby Princess cruisers win class action lawsuit against Carnival over COVID outbreak
Carnival Corporation's Australian division Carnival Australia has been directed to cover the medical expenses of a woman who contracted COVID-19, as...
October 25, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Shell to supply liquefied natural gas to MSC's second LNG-powered cruise ship Euribia
Shell LNG has entered into an agreement to supply liquefied natural gas (LNG) to MSC Cruises' second LNG-powered ship MSC Euribia. This deal was...
October 20, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Princess Cruises eliminates last-minute discounts
Princess Cruises announced a shift in its pricing strategy, ensuring that early birds get the best deals possible. The cruise pricing model change...
October 20, 2023 - Cruise Industry
(Margaritaville at Sea Islander) Costa Atlantica ship sold by Carnival through Adora Cruises
Carnival Corporation has officially confirmed the sale of its ship Costa Atlantica through its Adora Cruises joint venture with China State...
October 17, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Cruise ship calls in Southampton UK are back to pre-COVID levels
Hampshire has seen a resurgence in cruise ship arrivals this year, with numbers now reaching pre-COVID levels, according to discussions in a council...
October 16, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Bar Harbor Port (Maine USA) to limit cruise ship access in 2024
Britons planning sea travel vacations may need to reconsider their plans as more American cruise ports impose restrictions on ship visits. Bar Harbor...
October 9, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Fincantieri to build a ferry for the Sicilian regional government
The Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri has signed an agreement to construct a ferry for the Sicilian regional government. This vessel will serve route...
October 9, 2023