Cruise Industry

Carnival and Virgin Voyages trial NAPA's new digital safety platform
NAPA, a global leader in maritime software and data services, has introduced NAPA Permit to Work, a digital solution aimed at enhancing crew safety...
September 4, 2024
Oceania Cruises introduces 2025 European voyages with emphasis on gourmet experiences
Oceania Cruises, renowned for its focus on culinary excellence and destination immersion, has unveiled an enticing selection of 2025 Europe sailings...
September 4, 2024
Ritz-Carlton’s new ship Ilma starts inaugural cruise from Monte Carlo Monaco
Ilma, the newest superyacht of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, commenced her maiden voyage from Monte Carlo (Monaco). This 790-ft vessel, named...
September 4, 2024
Port Santorini (Greece) limits the number of visitors at the dock to 500
Santorini Island (Greece) has implemented new regulations to manage the influx of cruise ship tourists, limiting their number at the dock to 500 at...
September 3, 2024
MSC Cruises and Meyer Turku negotiating groundbreaking mega ship project
Italian reports indicate that MSC Cruises and the Meyer Turku shipyard in Turku Finland are in advanced discussions regarding the construction of a...
September 3, 2024
Grand Bahama Shipyard secures $665M transformation deal to become world's largest cruise ship...
Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Philip Davis, has formalized an agreement with Grand Bahama Shipyard (Freeport) for a US$665 million...
September 3, 2024
Princess Cruises rolls out Starlink Wi-Fi packages
Princess Cruises has upgraded its onboard Wi-Fi for select vacation packages with the introduction of MedallionNet Max, leveraging Starlink satellite...
September 2, 2024
RCI-Royal Caribbean introduces Avios rewards for Spain, UK and Ireland bookings
RCI-Royal Caribbean International has launched a groundbreaking partnership with IAG Loyalty to enhance holiday experiences through the global...
September 2, 2024
AIDA Cruises opens Germany’s most advanced maritime operations center in Hamburg
Today, September 2nd, AIDA Cruises unveiled its fully modernized Fleet Operations Center (FOC) in Hamburg (Germany), marking a significant upgrade in...
September 2, 2024
SEV Consulting to monitor RCI-Royal Caribbean’s Royal Beach Club development
RCI-Royal Caribbean International has engaged Bahamian-owned SEV Consulting Group, a leading environmental consulting firm, to oversee independent...
September 2, 2024
Global cruise shipping industry set to surge to $16.7 billion by 2031
The global cruise ship industry is projected to grow substantially, reaching an estimated US$16.7 billion by 2031, according to a report from Allied...
September 1, 2024
HAL-Holland America Line opens bookings for Alaska 2026 cruises
HAL-Holland America Line has commenced bookings for its 2026 Alaska cruise season, deploying 6 ships in the region: Eurodam, Koningsdam, Nieuw...
September 1, 2024
Viking Cruises unveils 6 new Asian itineraries in 2025 visiting Japan, China, and Tibet
Viking has unveiled 6 new itineraries in Asia, set to commence in 2025, that will offer guests enhanced access to Japan and China, including Tibet...
September 1, 2024
Australia welcomes 62 cruise ships for 2024-2025 summer season
62 cruise ships are scheduled to visit Australia during the 2024-2025 summer season, a slight decrease from the 70 ships last year. However, the...
September 1, 2024
New cruise terminal in Koh Samui expected to open by 2032
A new cruise terminal in Koh Samui (Thailand) is projected to open by 2032, aiming to enhance tourism in Surat Thani, according to Deputy Caretaker...
August 31, 2024