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Shortlist announced for Seatrade Cruise News 20 Under 40, 2025 The 40 shortlisted candidates have been announced for Seatrade Cruise News 20 Under 40, 2025 sponsored by Telenor Maritime. Read full story

Virgin Voyages' North American sales chief John Diorio exits The company expressed 'great appreciation for his contributions' and wished him well. Read full story Four original new shows coming soon to nine NCL ships They spring from collaborations with acclaimed creative partners and are designed to appeal to a multigenerational audience. Read full story Alex PInelo and Michal Maguire move up at AmaWaterways Their leadership will be key as the river cruise line continues to grow. Read full story

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MSC opens sales for US 2026/27 winter cruises Short Bahamas getaways, seven-night Caribbean cruises and a longer Panama Canal sailing are among the options, many featuring Ocean Cay. Read full story Casimir Lindholm replacing Tim Meyer as Meyer Turku CEO Casimir Lindholm succeeds Tim Meyer, who will join the Meyer Turku board of directors as vice chair. Read full story Royal Caribbean Group joins methane abatement initiative Royal Caribbean Group has become the newest member of the Maritime Innovation Initiative, dedicated to tackling methane emissions. Read full story Gearing up for growth, Windstar Cruises expands commercial team Victor Valencia joins as VP revenue management, along with Michelle Pharr and Willam Kammerman in sales. 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 ›

Tauck's new France riverboats are called Serene and Lumière Renderings of the vessels show their full exterior, Sun Deck, wellness area and Category 5 suite. Read full story Azamara the official cruise sponsor of Mallorca Championships The cruise line will reach tennis fans from around the world during the sporting tournament. Read full story Vikand to deliver medical examinations for Mercy Ships crew Vikand will enhance the Mercy Ships volunteer crew onboarding process. Read full story Harding+ appoints Simon Luscombe its new CFO Simon Luscombe joins the Harding+ senior management team and will support the business’ ongoing growth and customer transformation programme. Read full story

In new Miami office, Anglo-Eastern adds cruise firepower Neil McNeil and Frits Van der Werff join at the new Blue Lagoon location, close to the airport. Read full story Drew Barrymore is MSC World America's godmother She'll be accompanied at the ship's April 9 naming festivities by Orlando Bloom. Read full story Tech Talks | Paulette Haedo, Azamara Cruises & Andrea Ortiz, Virgin Voyages In this International Women’s Day Special of Tech Talks, Laura Jane Welsh at theICEway hosts two inspiring trailblazers in cruise technology: Paulette Haedo, Chief Information Officer at Azamara Cruises, and Andrea Ortiz, Director of Business Systems Solutions at Virgin Voyages. Read full story

Costa extends partnership with Emirates Prolonged through 2027, the strategic partnership will lead to coordinated flight and cruise schedules to and through Dubai. Read full story HX reinforces brand identity with new fleet livery It signals the final stages of a rebranding journey, after HX officially separated last month from its sister brand, Hurtigruten. Read full story BLOG: A Day in the Life of Jacqui Pressinger, Cruise Line Relationship Manager This week, we sat down with Jacqui Pressinger, our Cruise Relationship Manager, to get a glimpse into what a typical day looks like as we edge closer to Seatrade Cruise Global and F&B@Sea 2025. Jacqui plays a vital role in the success of our events across the Seatrade Cruise portfolio, working closely with cruise line executives to ensure our shows deliver real value for the industry. Read full story