Cruise Industry
ALMACO Group completes extensive refurbishment of AROYA Cruises' ship
ALMACO Group has successfully completed a comprehensive drydock refurbishment of Aroya Manara ship, owned by AROYA Cruises (Saudi Arabia). Following...
February 22, 2025
Gebr. Heinemann and TUI Cruises extend retail partnership across fleet
The Hamburg-based travel retailer Gebr. Heinemann SE & Co KG and TUI Cruises have extended their partnership, ensuring continued retail...
February 22, 2025
Gotlandsbolaget orders next-generation high-speed multi-fuel ferry from Austal
Gotlandsbolaget (the shipowner of Birka Gotland) has confirmed an order for a next-generation high-speed ferry, developed in collaboration with...
February 22, 2025
NYK Cruises (Japan) prepares for the launch of luxury vessel Asuka III
Japan’s cruise industry is poised for significant expansion in the luxury sector with the upcoming launch of Asuka III by NYK Cruises...
February 21, 2025
Trump administration seeks to end cruise companies’ offshore tax advantage
Howard William Lutnick (US Commerce Secretary since February 19th) indicated that President Trump intends to enforce stricter tax regulations on...
February 21, 2025
PONANT Explorations introduces exclusive Côte d’Azur sailing itinerary aboard Le Ponant
PONANT EXPLORATIONS will introduce a new Cote d’Azur/French Riviera itinerary with the 3-masted sailing yacht Le Ponant. Beginning in May 2026...
February 21, 2025
Orkney considers £5 cruise ship levy to support local infrastructure
A proposed GBP 5 levy on cruise ship tourists arriving in Orkney Scotland could generate GBP 1+ million annually, according to discussions at a...
February 21, 2025
Mitsui Ocean Cruises (Japan) expands sales to North America
The Japan-based Mitsui Ocean Cruises launched sales in North America for the first time. The expansion is supported by The Travel Architects...
February 20, 2025
Windstar Cruises secures London's O2 Arena sponsorship to strengthen UK presence
Windstar Cruises has entered into a sponsorship agreement with London’s The O2 Arena, a strategic move aimed at reinforcing the brand’s...
February 20, 2025
CCL's new resort Celebration Key (Bahamas) enters final construction, scheduled opening in July
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line’s new exclusive private resort Celebration Key Bahamas is nearing completion, with just 5 months remaining until its...
February 20, 2025
ACL's ship American Legend christened in Key West (Florida USA)
American Cruise Lines/ACL's newest ship - American Legend, was officially christened in Key West, Florida, marking the latest addition to the company...
February 20, 2025
MSC World America ship completed final sea trials ahead of delivery
MSC Cruises' newest vessel MSC World America completed final sea trials in the Bay of Biscay (Atlantic Ocean), undergoing intensive systems testing...
February 19, 2025
Silversea’s ship Silver Whisper departs on 70-day Grand Voyage through Asia
On February 15th, Silver Whisper set sail from Singapore on a 70-day Grand Voyage, covering 37 destinations across 8 countries, including Malaysia...
February 19, 2025RCI-Royal Caribbean's 3rd ICON vessel to be named Legend of the Seas
RCI-Royal Caribbean has announced the latest addition to its ICON Class fleet - Legend of the Seas, set to commence operations in Europe during the...
February 19, 2025
Frank A. Del Rio exits Oceania Cruises following NCLH leadership changes
Oceania Cruises is undergoing a leadership shift following the appointment of Jason Montague as Chief Luxury Officer of Norwegian Cruise Line...
February 18, 2025