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Disney Cruise Line GM Sharon Siskie to retire This follows '31 wonderful years with Disney ... an incredible journey.' Read full story

Aroya President Jörg Rudolph steps down in leadership shake-up Cruise Saudi CEO Lars Clasen will take over as interim president as Aroya Cruises enters its next growth phase. Read full story Princess Cruises to call at Celebration Key Plus, the line will sail from PortMiami for the first time, and Star Princess will operate an inaugural season from Port Canaveral. Read full story Demand for Disney cruises is 'very, very strong' 'It’s a very attractive business. We’re capable of pricing ... at a good level. The guest satisfaction scores are higher than basically anything else in the company,' Walt Disney Co. CFO Hugh Johnston said. Read full story

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Crystal calls its 2028 newbuild Crystal Grace The inaugural season is set to go on sale in April 2026, with a wait-list opening soon. Read full story Mehmet Kutman, chairman and CEO, steering Global Ports Holding into new waters From ambitious expansion plans across the Caribbean and Canary Islands to a new ultra-luxury passenger service, Mehmet Kutman outlines Global Ports Holding's strategic vision for transforming cruise destinations. Read full story MSC orders two more World Class ships at Chantiers de l'Atlantique valued at €3.5b MSC Cruises and Chantiers de l’Atlantique sign for World Class 7 and 8, due for delivery in 2030 and 2031. Read full story It's official: Port of Galveston bags Icon of the Seas What Royal Caribbean's Michael Bayley has been hinting for a while is coming true for Texas. Plus, other new 2027/28 cruises from Galveston, Los Angeles, Bayonne and Baltimore. Read full story Upcoming Seatrade Cruise Events Seatrade Cruise Global 13 - 16 April 2026. Miami Beach Convention Center. Miami Beach. FL. USA The international cruise industry event of the year is back! Hear the latest updates from across the industry and take part in discussions that will shape the future of cruising. Find out more › F&B@Sea 15 - 16 April 2026. Mana Wynwood Convention Center. Miami. FL. USA. The one-of-a-kind immersive F&B experience for the cruise industry. Meet visionary leaders, renowned chefs, and top mixologists who will unveil the latest trends and sustainable innovations transforming the industry. Find out more › Seatrade Cruise Med 16 - 17 September 2026. Las Palmas Cruise Port. Las Palmas. Spain. Seatrade Cruise Med is set to take place at the stunning new location of Las Palmas Cruise Port in Las Palmas, Spain. Join cruise professionals from the Mediterranean and adjoining seas as they come together to share ideas, forge new partnerships, and plan for the future of the cruise industry. Find out more ›

Carnival Cruise Line returns to Jamaica post-hurricane This follows last week's brief call by Carnival Horizong to deliver relief supplies. Read full story Ambassador completes integration of Compagnie Française de Croisières The merger, backed by shareholders Njord Partners and Cheyne Capital, marks the unification of both companies under one operational and strategic framework. Read full story Holland America ship aids Ocho Rios post-hurricane Relief supplies, volunteer workers and passengers were landed 'with care and respect, knowing that tourism is vital to Jamaica’s recovery.' Read full story Australia is Ponant's fastest growing market: Belinda Hindmarsh Sales team members from Australia, New Zealand, India and Japan gathered for a reception in Sydney. Read full story

Aurora to operate 34 voyages in 2027-28 Antarctica season Early release savings of up to 25% are available for the three-ship programme. Read full story

Crystal raising funds for MD Anderson Cancer Center Besides a donation made for every cruise booking, the auction of Crystal Symphony's 'Dance' sculpture will go to the mission to end cancer. Read full story

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