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Carnival overcomes fuel cost spike to beat Q3 forecasts The $1.43 in adjusted EPS matched the prior-year profit despite a 10-cent impact from fuel and currency. CCL was trading up more than 11% Tuesday morning. Read full story

Blue Zephyr concludes inaugural voyage in the Aegean The boutique vessel ends its maiden cruise, with Peloponnese itineraries and up to three new ships planned. Read full story MSC Group breaks ground for Sandy Cay private island The destination located adjacent to Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve in The Bahamas is scheduled to open in 2028. Read full story Princess launches AI-powered cruise planning app using LLM The agentic app hinges on a large language model while keeping travelers connected to the cruise line's booking ecosystem. Read full story

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FIU's Cruise Executive Advisory Board is launched Composed of C-suite executives, this action-oriented body's first meeting pinpointed talent development and research as key areas where the university can support the cruise industry. Read full story Cruise industry mourns Italian DMC giant Perry Schiavo He was the founder of ITC Italian Travel Consultant, a family-run DMC and incoming tour operator specialising in experiences across Italy for over five decades. Read full story American Ranger is named in Hudson River festivities American Cruise Lines Treasurer and Chair Anne Renner served as the godmother for a second time this year. Read full story Port Canaveral spearheads action group on SR 528 congestion A stakeholder meeting will focus on solutions to an issue the port director calls out as being unfairly blamed on cruise traffic. Read full story Upcoming Seatrade Cruise Events Seatrade Cruise Asia 16 - 19 November 2026. Kuala Lumpur. Malaysia. Seatrade Cruise Asia brings local and international executives and businesses together for networking, learning and discussion on opportunities for future growth potential. Find out more › Seatrade Cruise Global 5 – 8 April 2027. 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 7 – 8 April 2027. 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 ›

Port of Palm Beach plans $43m in cruise improvements The project will go out for competitive bidding. Read full story Fincantieri's Ancona yard lays Four Seasons II keel The festivities included placement of a commemorative coin. Read full story My First Cruise Connections: Cruise Cape Town’s Travis Stedman My First Cruise Connections: Travis Stedman, senior manager, Cruise Cape Town - Wesgro, shares his cruise industry firsts. Read full story

APT’s early release of 2028 Kimberley expeditions Ponant's Le Jacques Cartier will operate the sailings. Read full story

Heritage Expeditions’ South Pacific round voyage from Fiji Visits to local villages and markets, insights into World War II history and extraordinary wildlife above and below the water are in store. Read full story

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