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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 - Cruise Industry
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 - Cruise Industry
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 - Accidents
P&O Cruises faces legal action after norovirus outbreak affects hundreds
A cruise operator is currently facing demands for refunds and compensation following a widespread illness outbreak on board one of its vessels. 500...
September 4, 2024 - Cruise Industry
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 - Accidents
USCG airlifts 26-yo crew from Royal Caribbean's ship Navigator OTS near San Diego
The US Coast Guard successfully conducted a medical evacuation of a 26-year-old female crew from the RCI-Royal Caribbean's ship Navigator of the Seas...
September 3, 2024 - Cruise Industry
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 - Cruise Industry
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 - Cruise Industry
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 - Cruise Industry
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 - Cruise Industry
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 - Cruise Industry
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 - Accidents
VIDEO: 37 passengers evacuated after fire breaks out on NYC ferry
37 passengers were safely evacuated from a New York City ferry after a fire broke out on board. The fire occurred around 4:37 p.m. local time on...
September 1, 2024 - Cruise Industry
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 - Cruise Industry
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