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Viking swings to Q4 profit, posts record bookings heading into 2025 VIK shares were up in pre-market-open trading Tuesday. Read full story

Chantiers de l’Atlantique chooses NAPA to innovate hull design NAPA will enhance the efficiency of the shipyard’s hull design process by co-developing advanced 3D software and digital workflows. Read full story Tahiti’s cruise market to grow 25% by 2026 The French overseas territory has seen cruise activity increase over the past several years, with a brand-new cruise terminal ready to support future operations. Read full story Stuart Milan to lead Riviera Travel North America as president Marilyn Conroy becomes EVP business development and Francis Riley SVP trade sales and partner relations. Read full story

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TUI Cruises’ newest ship licenced for relaxation 160,000gt Mein Schiff Relax, recently delivered, is the German line’s first of two InTUItion class ships ordered at Fincantieri. Read full story Silver Nova will operate an extended cruise season Down Under The ship will sail varied itineraries in Australasia from September until February. Read full story Hong Kong to receive 17 international cruise calls this month This month sees Hong Kong’s cruise activity crank up a notch, with the city welcoming multiple ships on the same day. Read full story Marella installing INDIKON microfibre filters to cut pollution It follows a successful six-month trial on Marella Explorer where 99% of microfibres were captured. Read full story Upcoming Seatrade Cruise Events Seatrade Cruise Global 07 - 10 April 2025. Miami Beach Convention Center. Miami Beach. FL. USA Join top industry minds, explore the latest trends, and celebrate the 40th anniversary of Seatrade Cruise Global. Find out more › F&B@Sea 09 - 10 April 2025. Mana Wynwood Convention Center. Miami. FL. USA. The industry will meet at F&B@Sea once again for an unparalleled celebration of cruise drinking and dining innovation and excellence. Find out more › Seatrade Europe 10 - 12 September 2025. Hamburg Messe und Congress GmbH. Hamburg. Germany. Attracting a powerful network of industry influencers, Seatrade Europe is the home of opportunities. Find out more ›

Greenock becomes GPH's first port in Scotland Global Ports Holding has signed a 50-year agreement with Clydeport Operations Limited, a subsidiary of Peel Ports Group, to operate Greenock Cruise Port. Read full story My First Cruise Connections: Wallem Ship Agency MD Dickson Chin Dickson Chin, MD at Wallem Ship Agency, shares his industry firsts Read full story Rock 'n' Roll, Harley, Henry Ford history in Victory Cruise tours Travelers booking before April 15 on five select departures get a shore excursions credit to apply to premium and immersive tours beyond those excursions included at every stop. Read full story Mirell Reyes to host Sea Cloud Spirit President's Cruise Special guests include Chèvre Miami owner Mario Naar and Chef Claudio Giordano along with German sommelier Nils Lackner. Read full story