Cruise Industry
MOL launches LNG-fueled ship Sunflower Pirka, expanding Japan’s largest ferry fleet
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL) announced the successful naming and launch ceremony of the LNG-fueled ferry Sunflower Pirka on September 4th, 2024...
September 6, 2024
Hurtigruten unveils "Norwegianess" campaign, celebrating heritage and sustainability
Hurtigruten has introduced its new "Norwegianess" campaign, launched shortly after receiving the prestigious Made in Norway certification from...
September 6, 2024
Gratuities now included as Oceania Cruises launches "Your World Included" for 2025
Oceania Cruises, known for its culinary and destination-focused voyages, has introduced a new brand promise called Your World Included, enhancing the...
September 6, 2024
Dubai UAE welcomes Resorts World One cruise ship for winter 2024-2025 homeporting season
Officials from the Arabian Gulf welcomed Resorts World Cruises' upcoming deployment in the region during a media event in Dubai UAE. As previously...
September 5, 2024
CCL-Carnival announces 2026-2027 cruise itineraries from Tampa and Mobile
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line has unveiled its 2026-2027 schedule, offering a range of itineraries leaving from Florida/Tampa and Alabama/Mobile to...
September 5, 2024
RCI-Royal Caribbean and Goldbelt partner to bring Starlink Internet to downtown Juneau
As cruise ship traffic in downtown Juneau increases, network congestion has become a growing concern. In response, the Royal Caribbean Group and...
September 5, 2024
Windstar opens bookings for Star Seeker ship's 2025-2026 Caribbean-Alaska-Asia/Japan cruises
Windstar Cruises will welcome its newest addition, Star Seeker, to its fleet in December 2025. The small ship company has unveiled the vessel's...
September 5, 2024
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