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Germany secures financial lifeline for Meyer Werft with €200M stake
Germany brokered a deal to provide financial support for the shipbuilder Meyer Werft GmbH, a private company that recently secured a...
September 8, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Azamara unveils 2026 Summer itineraries with Solar Eclipse cruises and new destinations
Azamara Cruises, a leader in small-ship cruising and Destination Immersion experiences, has announced its 2026 summer sailings, featuring 77 new...
September 8, 2024 - Accidents
Carnival Vista passengers demand refunds after last-minute itinerary change
A voyage with CCL-Carnival Cruise Lines turned chaotic before even leaving port, as passengers demanded refunds following an unexpected itinerary...
September 7, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Paul Gauguin Cruises revives Moana Explorer Program for young guests in 2026
Paul Gauguin Cruises (Ponant-owned brand) will once again offer its Moana Explorer Program for young travelers on 11 select summer and holiday...
September 7, 2024 - Cruise Industry
AmaWaterways unveils early Christmas Market river cruises in Europe for 2024
Europe's Christmas markets, a beloved holiday tradition, draw visitors from all over the world, offering a festive atmosphere with stalls of...
September 7, 2024 - Cruise Industry
AIA-Athens Airport launches seamless off-airport check-in for cruise ship tourists
Athens International Airport (AIA) has introduced an off-airport check-in service specifically for cruise passengers, in collaboration with ground...
September 7, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Cruise Xperience Innovation Summit Europe set for December 2024 at ExCeL London
The inaugural Cruise Xperience Innovation Summit Europe (CXIE) will take place at ExCeL (London UK) on 4th-5th December 2024. Registration is now...
September 6, 2024 - 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 - Cruise Industry
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 - Cruise Industry
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 - Cruise Industry
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 - Cruise Industry
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 - Cruise Industry
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 - Cruise Industry
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 - 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