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Cruise Industry News Winter 2023/2024 Quarterly Magazine
Growth Continues for Virgin with Expanded Deployment, More Funding
$550 million in new capital has been a major win for Virgin Voyages. “That is the runway we need to grow,” said Michelle Bentubo, chief
More and More New Ships for Port Canaveral
Port Canaveral will have 13 homeported ships and is expecting over 8 million guests in 2024, according to Captain John Murray, CEO and port director.
MSC Cruises: Six Drydocks for 2024
The MSC Fantasia drydocked in October in Malta for general hotel and technical work, as well as the installation of shore power, said Emilio La
Royal Caribbean Eyes More Shore Power Installations
The Royal Caribbean Group is making significant progress in adding shore power to its ships, said Lotfi Trabelsi, director of EMEA, speaking at the MedCruise
Oceania: Upper Premium Niche
Oceania Cruises is defined by three brand pillars, according to Frank A. Del Rio, president: Number one is having the finest cuisine at sea, number
New Global Fresh Fish Program for Holland America
Holland America Line has launched a global fresh fish program whereby the cruise line is sourcing some 80 different types of fish from 60 ports
Fincantieri: Expansion Strategy
Fincantieri’s business plan covers both newbuildings and conversions and upgrades, according to Andrew Toso, senior vice president, Fincantieri Services. Although they are two distinct activities,
MSC Cruises: ‘Investing More’
2024 will be about building up in the North American market and the return of China, said Gianni Onorato, CEO of MSC Cruises. “We are
Cruise Industry News Fall 2023 Quarterly Magazine
Carnival Corporation Is Accelerating Efficiency Goals
Carnival Corporation’s 2030 carbon-intensity-reduction goal of 40 percent has been moved up to 2026. “What we thought we could do by 2030 (compared to a
Viking On Course to Hydrogen Fuel Cells
Viking is moving firmly in the direction of hydrogen fuel cells, according to Torstein Hagen, founder and chairman. Operating 10-ocean going cruise ships now and
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings: Methanol Ready
In light of their commitment to pursue net zero (emissions) by 2050, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH) recognizes that the design decisions made today will
Fincantieri: Driving Innovation
Cross-fertilization drives innovation at the Fincantieri Group, according to CEO Pierroberto Folgiero, who referred to the company’s different business sectors for cruise, naval and offshore
Hurtigruten’s Sea Zero Concept: Maximizing Efficiency with Latest Tech
“We wanted to focus on how to reduce energy consumption on the ships instead of going straight into what kind of fuel type or energy
Adora Will Be Largest Brand in China in 2024
Adora Cruises will be the number one cruise line in China in 2024 with ships sailing from a variety of homeports as the new, built-for-China,
‘Efficient Solutions’ from Chantiers de l’Atlantique
Looking ahead, Chantiers de l’Atlantique will deliver the Celebrity Ascent this November, which is another project delivered on time despite headwinds coming out of the
Celebrating Seafarers’ House in San Juan
The Seafarers’ House in San Juan is celebrating its 20th anniversary to be marked with festivities on November 4. The initiators of the Seafarers’ House
Cruise Industry News Summer 2023 Quarterly Magazine
Marella: ‘Optimistic for the Future’
With the addition of a fifth ship in the Marella Voyager, the Marella Cruises brand is set for its biggest year ever, according to Managing
The Battle for Bandwidth
Despite everyone’s best intentions, efforts and technological integration, there are simply times when blazingly high-speed internet isn’t available. Frustrating as that might be, bobbing in
Icon of the Seas: No Straight Lines in Innovation
Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas is different things to different people. A playground to passengers, a paycheck to ports, a home away from home
Silversea Offering Broad Destination Immersion
“Our destination focus is one of the main pillars that separates us in the market,” said Joe Leon, vice president, sales – Americas, for Silversea
Princess Food and Beverage: ‘Catching the Moment’
The Catch by Rudi seafood restaurant being introduced aboard Princess ships is about delivering a new way to enjoy seafood and a fresh perspective on
MSC Revving Up for Global Exposure
MSC Cruises is aggressively building up its global exposure through sponsorships of sports, including auto racing, soccer and basketball, in addition to the more traditional
Cruise Industry News Spring 2023 Quarterly Magazine
At the Helm of the Ocean Explorer
Operating a ship in Antarctica is similar to leading a “special forces operation in the military,” said Apostolos Kaknis, captain aboard the Ocean Explorer for
Looking to Further ‘Level Up’ Windstar’s F&B
When Bjoern Wassmuth came on as the new culinary director for Windstar Cruises at the end of 2022, he knew there would be a lot
Scenic Building Luxury Cruise Capacity
Buzzing along beneath the surface of the sea, the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, better known as the Jones Act, is hard at work. Scenic
Lindblad: Demand Soaring
Lindblad Expedition started the year off with the biggest booking day in company history, said Noah Brodsky, chief commercial officer. “We always expect a bump
Carnival Corporation Sets Future Course
“We are going to propel this company forward,” said Josh Weinstein, president, chief executive officer and chief climate officer of Carnival Corporation, in an exclusive
Itinerary Planning: MSC Cruises Brings Global Focus
“We are focused on consolidating and increasing our presence in our core markets, while also developing new opportunities for the future,” said Achille Staiano, vice
Carnival Corporation HR: Workforce Planning Strategy
Carnival Corporation brands need to recruit more than 30,000 seafarers annually, according to Bettina Deynes, global chief human resources officer. “With bigger ships we need
Cruise Industry News Winter 2022/2023 Quarterly Magazine
Seattle Expecting Robust Cruise Year
Demand for Alaska cruises and Seattle remains strong, so the port expects another robust year in 2023. While slightly fewer ships will sail this year,
Port Everglades Embracing Cruise Growth
“This year we are looking at a transition from recovery to a level of growth,” said Jonathan Daniels, CEO and port director at Port Everglades.
Efficiently Running the Allure of the Seas
The Allure of the Seas had five engines on and was cruising at just over 21 knots on the way to Cozumel, Mexico, on its
Vancouver: Targeting 1.3-Plus Million Passengers
For the 2023 season, Vancouver is expecting a record 334 ship calls, most of which are homeported, according to Mandy Chan, manager of cruise services
Carnival Cruise Line Set for Busy Year
Carnival Cruise Line is having a busy 2023, having just introduced the new Carnival Celebration, while also planning for another new ship later this year,
Virgin Voyages: Building a Brand
“We’re growing rapidly. We’re introducing 33 new ports and over 10 new itineraries,” said Tom McAlpin, CEO of Virgin Voyages, which takes delivery of two
MSC Goal: To Become Best
The goal for MSC Cruises is to become the best cruise company in the world, according to executives who spoke at a presentation for travel
