Cruise news (ms Rotterdam-tagged)
- Accidents
Passenger from HAL's ship MS Rotterdam disappears near St. Martin
Authorities on St. Martin have issued an appeal for public assistance after a U.S. tourist traveling aboard the HAL-Holland America's cruise ship ms...
November 26, 2025 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America Line expands Northern European cruises in 2027
HAL-Holland America Line has confirmed plans to increase its Northern Europe deployment in 2027 by assigning a third vessel to the region. The...
June 4, 2025 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America Line schedules 2027 voyages for celestial phenomena
HAL-Holland America Line has announced a series of cruises for 2027, offering passengers the opportunity to witness notable celestial events...
June 1, 2025 - Accidents
Norovirus outbreak (93 cases) on Holland America's ship MS Rotterdam
A norovirus outbreak affected 93 individuals on HAL-Holland America Line’s vessel ms Rotterdam during a recent Southern Caribbean cruise...
March 19, 2025 - Accidents
Norovirus outbreak on HAL's ship MS Rotterdam results in 169 reported cases
A norovirus outbreak on ms Rotterdam, a vessel operated by HAL-Holland America Line, resulted in ~120 individuals falling ill. Out of 2614 guests...
February 12, 2025 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America Line introduces Mediterranean bistro concept at Rudi’s Sel de Mer
HAL-Holland America Line is introducing a refreshed dining experience at Rudi’s Sel de Mer on the ships ms Rotterdam, ms Nieuw Statendam, and...
February 1, 2025 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America partners with Lindt for exclusive onboard chocolate experience
HAL-Holland America Line has announced a collaboration with Lindt & Sprungli (USA), the creators of LINDOR truffles and the USA's leading premium...
June 22, 2024 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America's ship MS Rotterdam tests biofuel for reduced emissions
HAL-Holland America Line has initiated a long-term biofuel trial on its flagship, ms Rotterdam, employing 100% low carbon intensity biofuel while...
May 13, 2024 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America's ms Rotterdam sets sail with 100% biofuel for Norwegian Fjord cruises
HAL-Holland America Line's flagship MS Rotterdam has embarked on a significant long-term trial utilizing 100% low carbon intensity biofuel during the...
May 3, 2024 - Accidents
Search underway for missing crew overboard from Holland America's cruise ship MS Rotterdam
A maritime search operation has been initiated following reports of a crew member going overboard from HAL-Holland America Line's ship ms...
April 14, 2024 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America Line achieves dual MSC&ASC certifications for Sustainable Seafood Sourcing
HAL-Holland America Line has made maritime history by becoming the inaugural global cruise line to attain both Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) and...
April 11, 2024 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America achieves fleetwide shore power installation
HAL-Holland America Line has achieved a significant sustainability milestone with the completion of shore power installation on its entire fleet. MS...
September 28, 2023 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America's 2025 European voyages open for booking
HAL-Holland America Line's 2025 European season is now open for booking, offering an array of diverse, destination-focused itineraries. This season...
August 25, 2023 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America marks 150th anniversary in Rotterdam
MS Rotterdam, HAL-Holland America Line's flagship, arrived at Port Rotterdam (Netherlands) on April 18th, following a 150th Anniversary Transatlantic...
April 19, 2023 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America adds Boston/Bermuda/longer itineraries for 2024-2025 Caribbean season
Longer cruises in the Caribbean were scheduled by HAL-Holland America for winter 2024-2025, including the return of visits to Bermuda. Boston...
March 31, 2023