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Viking expands Seine River fleet with Viking Nerthus ship
Viking officially took delivery of its newest Viking Longship Viking Nerthus on March 18th, 2025. The boat was presented at Meyer’s Neptun...
March 20, 2025 - Accidents
Brazilian passenger charged with cocaine smuggling on MSC Magnifica ship
Australian authorities have charged a Brazilian national, 48-year-old Adriano Gustavo Leonardi Thiem, with smuggling a commercial quantity of cocaine...
March 20, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Carnival Corporation expands renewable energy efforts with new solar parks in Roatan and Cozumel
Carnival Corporation & plc has expanded its renewable energy initiatives with the launch of solar parks at Mahogany Bay Cruise Center in Roatan...
March 20, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Uniworld to mark 50th anniversary with new ship, world cruise, and special sailings in 2026
In celebration of its 50th anniversary, Uniworld Boutique River Cruises will introduce a new river vessel, expanded itineraries, and a milestone 50...
March 20, 2025 - Cruise Industry
National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions to charter Aqua Blu for Indonesia dive voyages in 2026
National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions will charter the Aqua Blu from Aqua Expeditions/fleet for two dive-themed voyages in Indonesia during the...
March 19, 2025 - Accidents
Norovirus outbreak (93 cases) on Holland America's ship MS Rotterdam
A norovirus outbreak affected 93 individuals on HAL-Holland America Line’s vessel ms Rotterdam during a recent Southern Caribbean cruise...
March 19, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Malta signs shore power agreement with Carnival Corporation
The Maltese government has reinforced its commitment to sustainable maritime operations by signing the first Power Purchase Agreement in the...
March 19, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Cunard’s ship Queen Elizabeth completes refurbishment ahead of Miami and Alaska deployments
Cunard’s MS Queen Elizabeth ship has completed an extensive 3-week refurbishment at Seatrium’s Admiralty Yard in Singapore in preparation...
March 19, 2025 - Cruise Industry
CCL's ship Carnival Spirit returns to service following drydock refurbishment
Carnival Spirit has returned to the water following a month-long dry dock, emerging with several enhancements designed to elevate the guest...
March 18, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Pacific Explorer transforms into Star Voyager ahead of Asian deployment
The former Pacific Explorer, affectionately known as "Dora," has completed a swift transformation in drydock and has now emerged as Star Voyager. The...
March 18, 2025 - Cruise Industry
NCL-Norwegian Cruise Line's newest ship Norwegian Luna floated out
NCL-Norwegian Cruise Line has reached a significant construction milestone with the successful float-out of Norwegian Luna. This event marks the...
March 18, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Silversea unveils 2028 World Cruise (ship Silver Shadow)
Silversea Cruises has announced its 2028 World Cruise, An Ode to the Moment, a 132-day voyage designed to offer an in-depth exploration of diverse...
March 18, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Greece’s cruise tourism reaches record high in 2024
Cruise tourism in Greece reached an unprecedented milestone in 2024, with ~8 million passengers visiting 49 destinations across the country. While...
March 17, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Mitsui Ocean Fuji chooses Barbados for Caribbean debut
Barbados recently welcomed the Mitsui Ocean Fuji, Japan’s most luxurious cruise vessel, reinforcing the island’s status as a premier...
March 17, 2025 - Cruise Industry
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line adjusts muster drill procedures on select sailings
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line has implemented an alternative approach to its mandatory pre-departure safety exercise, modifying its muster drill procedure...
March 17, 2025