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Crystal Cruises introduces “Boot Walk at Sea” in support of cancer research
Crystal Cruises announced the launch of “Boot Walk at Sea,” a summer programme developed in partnership with The University of Texas MD...
May 9, 2026 
MS Oosterdam returns following Holland America Evolution refit
Holland America Line/HAL has opened bookings for the first voyages of MS Oosterdam following its scheduled debut as the inaugural vessel in the...
May 9, 2026
AIDA Cruises marks 30 years with focus on fleet renewal and sustainability
AIDA Cruises marked its 30th anniversary this week during a gathering in Berlin attended by representatives from government, the maritime sector, and...
May 9, 2026- Cruise Industry
Viking Expeditions cruise schedule 2028–2029 opened for booking
Viking Expeditions has opened reservations for its 2028–2029 voyages, releasing a new series of departures across the Arctic, Antarctica and...
May 8, 2026 
MSC Cruises introduces AI Concierge fleetwide
MSC Cruises has launched a new artificial intelligence/AI-powered concierge service integrated into its MSC for Me mobile application, extending...
May 8, 2026
Phoenix Reisen's ship Amera undergoes extensive refit in Marseille
The cruise vessel Amera has entered dry dock at Chantiers Naval de Marseille for an extensive refurbishment programme valued at approximately EUR 15...
May 7, 2026
BC Ferries еxpands hybrid fleet with advanced Furuno bridge systems
BC Ferries has concluded an agreement with Furuno (Japan) for the delivery of integrated navigation and communications systems for 4 new hybrid...
May 7, 2026
Oceania Aurelia ship to debut with dual 180-day World voyages
Oceania Aurelia is set to enter service in late 2027 as the newest long-range vessel in the Oceania Cruises fleet, with the company unveiling an...
May 7, 2026
DFDS moves to acquire ro-pax ferry Stena Vinga
The northern ferry trades continue their steady consolidation as DFDS confirmed its intention to acquire the 2005-built Ro-Pax vessel Stena Vinga...
May 6, 2026
Oceania Cruises removes non-commissionable fares across new programmes
Oceania Cruises has confirmed the removal of non-commissionable cruise fares from all newly introduced itineraries, marking a structural adjustment...
May 6, 2026
Dream Cruises integrates culinary experience into 10th anniversary programme
Dream Cruises continued its 10th Anniversary celebrations with a themed short voyage on Genting Dream. The 2-night itinerary, between Singapore...
May 5, 2026
MSC World Asia ship introduces expanded family entertainment concept
MSC Cruises has outlined a series of new features for its newest vessel, MSC World Asia, scheduled to enter service this winter, with a particular...
May 5, 2026
Averøy used as alternative cruise berth for Kristiansund operations
Kristiansund’s port authority has made available an alternative cruise berth at Averoy (Norway), located roughly 20 minutes by road from...
May 4, 2026
New link between Lemnos (Greece) and Canakkale (Turkey) expands Aegean ferry network
A new ferry service between Lemnos Island (Greece) and Canakkale (Turkey) introduced a 2.5-hour maritime link across the northern Aegean Sea. The...
May 4, 2026
Star Princess ship started inaugural Alaskan cruise season from Seattle
The arrival of Star Princess in Seattle marked the commencement of her first Alaskan deployment, establishing a regular weekly service through the...
May 4, 2026