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December 20, 2024 Carnival's Weinstein: Mexico cruise fee 'not a done deal' The cruise industry wasn't consulted, and Mexico didn't think through the ramifications of the $42 passenger fee, he said in calling for talks with the government. Full article Carnival's Q4 outperforms on ticket pricing, onboard spend, cost controls CEO Josh Weinstein called it 'an incredibly strong finish,' while 2025 is shaping up to be a 'banner year.' Full article 1,000 jobs to be saved as Navantia UK buys out Harland & Wolff shipyard Spanish shipbuilding subsidiary Navantia UK will buy out Harland & Wolff, in a deal backed by the UK government that will protect 1,000 jobs. Full article Resorts World Cruises buys Pacific Explorer, to sail as Star Scorpio The 1997-built vessel will be getting a $50m upgrade in Singapore before embarking on varied cruises with multiple embarkation options. Full article CLIA appoints veteran maritime leader Bud Darr as president/CEO After more than seven years at MSC Group, he returns to lead Cruise Lines International Association. Full article Visions for Alaska, Chris Prelog profiled in Seatrade Cruise Review The December issue, available to download now, also catches up on the activities and plans of nearly three dozen past cruise line presidents, CEOs and managing directors. Plus much more. Full article Sebastian von Hardenberg appointed CEO of BSM The executive management of Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement will pass to company CFO Sebastian von Hardenberg. Full article Arica's Mario Moya Montenegro assumes Conosur presidency The new leader pledged to continue collaborative efforts to promote Chile on the international stage. Full article Costa embraces ‘Wonder Makers’ at first Global Summit Wonder Makers was chosen as the theme of the Italian cruise line’s first Global Summit. Full article Venezia joins Carnival's five-ship lineup at Port Canaveral This makes the port's 16th homeporting cruise vessel. Full article NCL's Breakaway, Bliss to get new experiences, dining changes Silver Screen Bistro, Horizon Park family recreation area and restaurant redos are part of upcoming dry docks. Full article New Viking cruises feature a dozen maiden port calls The 2026 and 2027 additions make for more than 100 different options. Full article