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Zanzibar Ports Corporation and ZF Devco collaborate on ferry terminal development
Zanzibar Ports Corporation (ZPC) has entered into a concession agreement with Zanzibar Ferry Development Company (ZF Devco), a Dutch development firm...
February 5, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Star Breeze takes over Windstar's presence in French Polynesia
In a formal maritime exchange witnessed at the port of Papeete Sunday evening (February 5), the captain of Windstar Cruises’ Wind Spirit, a...
February 5, 2024 - Accidents
Construction delays push Oceania Allura's maiden voyage to July 2025
Oceania Cruises has announced a delay in the delivery of its vessel Allura due to construction setbacks. Consequently, 6 sailings planned for next...
February 5, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Record-breaking year: Isle of Man Steam Packet's highest passenger numbers in 16 years
The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company reported its highest number of ferry passengers in 16 years for the year 2023, with 623000+ passengers and...
February 4, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Aberdeen's cruise ship industry set to boost city's economy
Aberdeen's burgeoning cruise ship industry anticipates injecting GBP 20+ million into the city's economy. The port in the northeast is preparing to...
February 4, 2024 - Cruise Industry
AOV-Atlas Ocean Voyages announces 2024 Arctic season
AOV-Atlas Ocean Voyages, a pioneer in yacht expedition cruising, unveiled its 2024 Arctic Season, marking the debut of two yachts simultaneously...
February 4, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Whangarei (New Zealand) welcomes first cruise ship (Oceania Regatta) with grand celebration
Whangarei witnessed the arrival of its inaugural cruise ship, Oceania Regatta, on Sunday morning (February 4), as hundreds of international travelers...
February 4, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Crystal unveils themed cruises for passionate guests
Crystal has revealed a series of themed cruises designed to cater to guests' passions while delivering the excellence of Crystal's award-winning...
February 3, 2024 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America opens 2025-2026 Australia and New Zealand season for booking
HAL-Holland America Line has opened bookings for its Australia and New Zealand season, set to sail from November 2025 to March 2026, offering guests...
February 3, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Former AIDAvita cruise ship officially rebranded as Blue Dream Melody for Chinese market
Blue Dream Cruises has confirmed the acquisition of the former AIDA cruise ship AIDAvita, which will undergo rebranding and renaming as Blue Dream...
February 3, 2024 - Cruise Industry
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line acquires Firenze ship from Costa Cruises
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line has officially taken ownership of Firenze (IMO 9801691) from its sister company Costa Cruises, in a handover ceremony...
February 3, 2024 - Cruise Industry
RCG-Royal Caribbean Group projects 40% earnings increase for 2024
The combined fleet of RCI-Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity, and Silversea (collectively operated by Royal Caribbean Group/RCG) served 7.6...
February 2, 2024 - Accidents
Man arrested after jumping from MSC Bellissima cruise ship in Port Naha, Japan
Authorities apprehended a man who leaped from a cruise ship and swam ashore at the Port of Naha, Japan. The incident transpired on the evening of...
February 2, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Sea Cloud Cruises unveils 2025 Caribbean voyages out of San Juan Puerto Rico
Sea Cloud Cruises has announced its highly anticipated 2025 Caribbean season, showcasing captivating routes centered around Puerto Rico as the...
February 2, 2024 - Accidents
Fatal ferry collision: Captain and 3rd Mate lost at sea south of Manila, Philippines
The Philippine Coast Guard has provided details regarding an unfortunate incident involving a small passenger ferry and a fast water taxi on January...
February 2, 2024