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TUI Cruises' Mein Schiff 7 marks first year of service
One year has passed since the cruise vessel Mein Schiff 7 entered service on June 22, 2024. Constructed at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Finland, the...
June 25, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Koper Cruise Terminal opens new sustainable passenger facility
The Koper Cruise Terminal (Slovenia), situated adjacent to the Old Town of Koper, has evolved into a key maritime entry point for cruise passengers...
June 24, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Historic cruise ship Astoria sold for recycling after decades of service
The 1948-built Astoria, widely recognized as the world’s oldest cruise ship still afloat, has been sold at auction for recycling. Belgian firm...
June 24, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Oceania's Allura to be christened by esteemed food & wine culinary alumni
Oceania Cruises has charted an unprecedented course in maritime tradition by appointing a group of alumni from Food & Wine’s Best New Chefs...
June 24, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Aroya Cruises makes first European call at Galataport Istanbul
Aroya Cruises, Saudi Arabia’s inaugural homegrown cruise line, has made its maiden arrival at Galataport Istanbul as it prepares for its...
June 23, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Port of Volos (Greece) restores -11 m depths after 2023 dredging effort
The Port of Volos (Greece) has completed an extensive dredging campaign this spring, restoring its cruise pier to a navigable depth of –11...
June 23, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Cunard marks 185 years at sea with Anniversary Voyage Sale
Cunard Line has unveiled its 185th Anniversary Sale, offering fares from $899 per person and $185 in OBC/onboard credit per stateroom across 185...
June 23, 2025 - Cruise Industry
DCL's ship Disney Fantasy pioneers HVO bunkering at Port Naples (Italy)
DCL-Disney Cruise Line’s ship Disney Fantasy has become the first cruise vessel in Italy to be bunkered/refuelled with advanced biofuel...
June 23, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Celestyal Cruises introduces sea‑kayaking, hiking, and culture-themed shore excursions
Celestyal Cruises encourages travellers to extend their workouts beyond the gym and into the captivating landscapes of the Greek archipelago. The...
June 22, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Amsterdam Port curtails cruise ship presence amid overtourism
Amsterdam (Netherlands) has recorded annual visits from approximately 300,000 cruise passengers, contributing to a staggering 20 million total...
June 22, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Spirit of Tasmania IV ferry starts sea trials from Leith (UK)
The new passenger ferry Spirit of Tasmania IV left its temporary berth in Leith Port-Edinburgh (Scotland UK) this week, marking the start of multi...
June 22, 2025 - Cruise Industry
TUI and HD Hyundai partner to explore hydrogen SOFC power on cruise ships
TUI Cruises has embarked on a collaborative venture with South Korean shipbuilders and the European classification society DNV to develop hydrogen...
June 21, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Orient Express Corinthian floats out at Saint‑Nazaire (France)
The ultra-luxury superyacht Orient Express Corinthian (OE Corinthian) was floated out on June 16th at Chantiers de l’Atlantique (fka STX France...
June 21, 2025 
Carnival Corporation and Port Seattle celebrate 20 years of ship shoreside power usage
The world's largest cruise shipowner, Carnival Corporation, marked a maritime milestone on June 18th, commemorating 20 years since its first vessel...
June 20, 2025
Oceania debuts 12 Nikkei dishes aboard its Pan‑Asian Red Ginger
Oceania Cruises has quietly unveiled twelve inventive Nikkei dishes aboard its signature Pan‑Asian restaurant, Red Ginger, marking a fusion of...
June 20, 2025