Executive Profile: Scientific Approach
“I think Virgin Cruises will be very good for the industry,” said Tom McAlpin, president and CEO of the start-up cruise line by the British
Procurement: Driving Value
In the newly created position of chief procurement officer (CPO) at Carnival Corporation, Julia Brown is overseeing everything Carnival spends money on from products to
MSC: Outside the Box
By year’s end, MSC Cruises plans to launch a global campaign presenting its new market positioning, according o CEO Gianni Onorato. In an exclusive interview
Costa: Pushing Italian Lifestyle
“We have to make sure that our product is different than our competition,” said Neil Palomba, president of Costa Crociere. “We have to differentiate ourselves
Ponant: Adding International Touch
The fastest-growing source markets for Ponant are Australia, France and the United States, according to Herve Bellaiche, executive vice president of sales. The company has
Working at Sea: Nautical Careers
Once facing a shortage of future officers, economic factors in Italy and poor employment opportunities shoreside have led to an increase in the number of
Food+Beverage: Koningsdam Offers More Choices
When Holland America Line’s new Koningsdam enters service next March she will have some familiar and some new dining venues and eateries, Michael Smith, senior
Food+Beverage: Oceania’s Chef Kelly
At Oceania Cruises, Executive Chef and Culinary Enrichment Director Kathryn Kelly is responsible for developing the curriculum for the classes aboard the Marina and the