Cruise news (policies-tagged)
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CCL-Carnival relaunches Summer ‘Fun-ternship’ Program for high school students
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line has announced the return of its Summer Fun-ternship Program, offering more than 100 high school students aged 17 and older...
April 8, 2026 
Rising oil prices raise questions over possible cruise ship fuel surcharges
Cruise passengers are increasingly questioning whether rising oil prices could translate into additional charges, as the global energy market reacts...
April 6, 2026- Cruise Industry
Helsinki Port strengthens Baltic Sea protection through partnership with John Nurminen Foundation
The Port of Helsinki (Finland) has entered into a 3-year partnership with the John Nurminen Foundation, an organisation dedicated to safeguarding the...
April 5, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Fred Olsen Cruise Lines trials AI food waste monitoring on MS Bolette
The UK-based Fred Olsen Cruise Lines has begun testing artificial intelligence-driven food waste monitoring technology aboard its flagship Bolette...
April 5, 2026 - Accidents
Celestyal delays Arabian Gulf repositioning as ships await clearance to return to Europe...
Celestyal Cruises continues to monitor conditions in the Arabian Gulf while preparing to reposition its vessels to Europe, indicating that sailings...
April 4, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Royal Caribbean Group and Bank of America launch tri-branded Royal ONE credit cards
RCG-Royal Caribbean Group has introduced a new financial partnership with Bank of America that extends the company’s loyalty ecosystem beyond...
April 2, 2026 - Accidents
Six cruise ships remain in Arabian Gulf amid Strait of Hormuz disruption
Six cruise ships remain alongside in ports across the Arabian Gulf following the suspension of regional cruise operations in late February, as...
March 29, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Rising fuel costs force Carnival Corporation to lower annual earnings outlook
Carnival Corporation has reduced its annual profit forecast as rising fuel costs place pressure on the cruise operator’s margins amid...
March 27, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Carnival Corporation supports mangrove restoration initiative in the Caribbean
Carnival Corporation & plc has announced a 3-year grant to the environmental organization Conservation International to restore mangrove forests...
March 25, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Princess Cruises prepares fleet rollout of “Princess Purpose” initiative
Princess Cruises is preparing to introduce a new onboard initiative known as “The Princess Purpose,” with launch events scheduled aboard...
March 14, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Oceania Cruises introduces “The Joy of Traveling Well” brand campaign
Oceania Cruises has introduced a new global marketing initiative titled The Joy of Traveling Well, accompanied by an updated brand identity intended...
March 12, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Scenic Group introduces 4-tier pricing structure for river and yacht cruises
Scenic Group has introduced a revised pricing model for its river and yacht cruise products, scheduled to take effect for 2026 sailings. The...
March 7, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Balears Wharf selected for first phase of Tarragona shore power rollout
Port of Tarragona (Spain) has initiated the first public tenders associated with the installation of an Onshore Power Supply (OPS) system at Balears...
March 5, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Oceania Cruises launches the Oceania Club Ambassador Program
Oceania Cruises has established a new referral initiative, known as the Oceania Club Ambassador Program, to extend introduction of its brand to...
February 26, 2026 - Cruise Industry
The 2026 CLIA European Summit anchors in Madeira
European leaders of the cruise sector were scheduled to assemble in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal, between 23rd and 26th February for the European...
February 23, 2026