Cruise news (new ships-tagged)
- Cruise Industry
MOL unveils new cruise line brand name, "MITSUI OCEAN CRUISES"
The Japanese shipping corporation Mitsui OSK Lines Ltd (MOL) has entered the cruise industry by introducing its new brand - "MITSUI OCEAN CRUISES...
October 13, 2023 - Cruise Industry
A-ROSA Cruises opens bookings for ALEA and CLEA ships (2024)
Bookings are now open for A-ROSA Cruises' newest fleetmembers A-ROSA ALEA and A-ROSA CLEA - two chartered riverboats scheduled to commence operations...
October 12, 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 - Cruise Industry
China Merchants Jinling Shipyard launches new LNG-fueled ferry for Stena and Brittany Ferries
AVIC CMI Jinling Weihai Shipyard (Weihai, China) recently conducted the launch of a new LNG-fueled ferry, a joint endeavor between Sweden's Stena...
October 9, 2023 - Cruise Industry
DCL's Disney Treasure cruise ship gets major update
DCL-Disney Cruise Line's newest vessel - Disney Treasure, is preparing to embark on an inaugural voyage in December 2024, featuring a 7-night...
October 7, 2023 - Cruise Industry
RCI-Royal Caribbean's next ICON Class ship named STAR OF THE SEAS
The newest liner of RCI-Royal Caribbean International's ICON Class will be named Star of the Seas. Set to debut in the summer of 2025, this vessel...
October 6, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Celebrity Ascent cruise ship successfully completes sea trials
Celebrity Cruises' latest vessel, Celebrity Ascent, has achieved a significant milestone in the construction process by successfully completing her...
October 3, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Four Seasons Yachts to kick off inaugural 2025-2026 season in the Caribbean
Four Seasons is set to enter the luxury cruise market with the launch of its boutique cruise line, Four Seasons Yachts. This new venture is scheduled...
October 2, 2023 - Cruise Industry
MSC Explora I calls at NYC's Manhattan Cruise Terminal starting voyages in North America
On September 25th, Port NYC New York welcomed EXPLORA I, marking the debut of Explora Journeys in the USA. This luxury vessel is the first of...
September 29, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Ritz-Carlton's cruise yacht Ilma launched at Chantiers de l'Atlantique/STX France
During a ceremony at Chantiers de l'Atlantique/STX France (shipbuilding yard in Saint-Nazaire), Jim Murren (Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection's CEO...
September 29, 2023 - Cruise Industry
MSC Cruises and Port Kiel (Germany) inaugurate shore power facility
MSC Cruises, in collaboration with Port Kiel (Germany), has officially launched its shore power facility at the Ostuferhafen Terminal during the...
September 28, 2023 - Cruise Industry
First steel cut for NYK Cruises’ LNG-powered ship Asuka 3
The German shipbuilder Meyer Werft on September 21st marked a significant milestone with the commencement of steel cutting for a new ship for NYK...
September 26, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Cunard unveils 3-year partnership with BFI UK for Queen Anne cruise ship
Cunard has entered an exclusive partnership with the British Film Institute (BFI), signaling an exciting venture for film enthusiasts leading up to...
September 23, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Arosa Cruises adds two ships (ALEA and CLEA) to fleet in 2024
A-ROSA is set to expand its fleet in 2024 with two new boats. These premium vessels, each measuring 110 meters in length, will initially operate on...
September 22, 2023 - Cruise Industry
MSC's Explora Journeys confirms 2 shipbuilding orders (hydrogen-powered vessels)
MSC Group's new expedition cruise company Explora Journeys has officially placed orders for 2 hydrogen-powered ships in partnership with Italian...
September 21, 2023