MedCruise 2025 Highlights

MedCruise at 30: Charting a sustainable cruise port future As MedCruise approaches its 30th anniversary in 2026, the Association continues to stand as a vital platform for cooperation, dialogue and progress among Mediterranean and adjoining seas’ cruise ports. Read now MedCruise's 67th General Assembly concludes in Šibenik MedCruise's 67th General Assembly concluded in Šibenik, Croatia, following four days of conference sessions, networking opportunities, and familiarisation trips from September 30 to October 3.  Read now MedCruise panel explores opportunities for more year-round cruising Industry figures at the 67th MedCruise General Assembly in Šibenik (September 30-October 3) concluded that growing ship capacity and limited global destinations will inevitably drive year-round Mediterranean cruise operations. Read now Cruise lines explore historic Šibenik during MedCruise General Assembly Cruise line representatives and media explored the Croatian city of Šibenik during a dedicated walking tour as part of MedCruise's 67th General Assembly, highlighting the destination's unique cultural offerings and operational capabilities for the cruise industry. Read now MedCruise GA: growth should develop in balance with local communities Cruise activity should be a resource not a burden to ports and destinations, contributing to year-round activity, sustainable growth and the green transition, experts highlighted during the 67th MedCruise GA held in Sibenik, Croatia. Read now Social media experts urge cruise industry to prioritise digital presence At the 67th MedCruise General Assembly in Šibenik, Croatia, members of the cruise industry were advised to integrate social media into their strategy with LinkedIn highlighted as an emerging priority platform.  Read now Šibenik showcases cultural treasures to cruise lines and media Cruise line representatives and media experienced firsthand the natural beauty and cultural heritage of Šibenik during a comprehensive site visit as part of MedCruise's 67th General Assembly in the Croatian port city.  Read now 67th MedCruise General Assembly underway in Šibenik Delegates gathered at the medieval St Michael's Fortress for an inaugural celebration featuring performances by a live orchestra on an open-air stage. Read now In Conversation with MedCruise | Laura Cimaglia, Port of Taranto In this episode we sit down with Laura Cimaglia, VP of MedCruise and DG & International Affairs at the Port of Taranto. Laura shares the story behind MedCruise’s groundbreaking collaboration with AIVP, the International Association of Port Cities, and the creation of the Cruise Port City Compass – a first-of-its-kind framework guiding sustainable growth at the port–city interface. Read now

About MedCruise MedCruise helps its members benefit from the cruise industry's growth by providing networking, promotion, and professional development opportunities. It collaborates with various associations to promote cruising and improve cooperation on common issues. The association aims to strengthen partnerships with cruise port associations to boost cruise traffic and provide a unified voice for sustainable growth in the industry.

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