Cruise news (refurbishment-tagged)
- Cruise Industry
Aroya Cruises’ flagship sets sail after major refurbishment by MJM Marine
MJM Marine has announced the completion of a groundbreaking project for Aroya Cruises, marked by the official launch of the vessel from its homeport...
December 24, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Fred Olsen's ship Balmoral restarts operations after multi-million drydock refurbishment
Fred Olsen Cruise Lines' ship MS Balmoral welcomed passengers following an extensive multi-million-pound, 2-week drydock refurbishment at A&P...
December 24, 2024 - Cruise Industry
NCL-Norwegian Cruise Line announces refurbishments for ships Bliss and Breakaway in 2025
NCL-Norwegian Cruise Line has unveiled plans to significantly enhance its vessels Norwegian Bliss and Norwegian Breakaway, introducing new onboard...
December 22, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Paul Gauguin Cruises unveils 2026 voyages brochure highlighting French Polynesia expertise
PGC/Paul Gauguin Cruises (PONANT's fully-owned subsidiary specializing in French Polynesia voyages) introduced its 2026 voyages brochure. The 86...
December 21, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Resorts World Cruises acquires P&O Pacific Explorer, launching as Star Scorpio in 2025
Resorts World Cruises has announced the acquisition of Pacific Explorer, formerly part of the P&O Australia fleet, marking a significant...
December 20, 2024 - Cruise Industry
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line expands Australian fleet with 2 rebranded ships in 2025
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line has announced its expansion in Australia, introducing Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter, formerly P&O Cruises...
December 17, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Celebrity Cruises unveils Grand Voyage and 2026-2027 itineraries
Celebrity Cruises opened bookings for 2026-2027 voyages, including the highly anticipated 110-night Grand Voyage that marks the brand’s longest...
December 11, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Half Moon Cay renamed “RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay” amid enhancements and expanded guest offerings
The Carnival Corporation's private Bahamian island resort Half Moon Cay will undergo a transformation and rebranding as “RelaxAway, Half Moon...
December 11, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Marella Discovery 2 ship debuts interactive gaming experience and refurbished staterooms
Marella Cruises UK unveiled the Play Wall, its first interactive gaming experience on the Marella Discovery 2 ship. The new activity is available at...
December 9, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Trimline UK secures €15M contract for AIDA Cruises’ Evolution (refurbishment) program
The UK-based Trimline, a specialist in marine interior outfitting, has been awarded a EUR 15 million (US$19.1 million) contract to refit 3 AIDA...
December 7, 2024 - Cruise Industry
MS Paul Gauguin ship scheduled for a major drydock refurbishment in Singapore
Paul Gauguin Cruises (aka "PG Cruises", Ponant-owned brand) announced a major 7-week drydock refurbishment for MS Paul Gauguin, to be conducted in...
December 6, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Cunard’s ship Queen Elizabeth to undergo drydock refit before Caribbean and Alaska debuts
Cunard has announced a significant drydock refurbishment of MS Queen Elizabeth, aligning the vessel for its inaugural Caribbean 2025 program (based...
December 4, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Aroya Cruises prepares for Red Sea debut with transformed Manara
Saudi Arabia’s Aroya Cruises is set to launch its inaugural vessel Manara following extensive preparations since 2023. Originally delivered in...
November 25, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Fred Olsen's ship Balmoral to undergo drydock refurbishment at A&P Falmouth UK
Fred Olsen Cruise Lines’ ship Balmoral will enter drydock in December for a 2-week refurbishment at A&P Falmouth, part of the APCL Group...
November 19, 2024 - Accidents
Flooding in Spain delays Royal Caribbean's ship Adventure OTS Transatlantic cruise by 2 days
Adventure of the Seas, currently undergoing scheduled maintenance in Cadiz (Spain) has faced delays due to the region's severe rain and flooding...
November 17, 2024