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Roberto Bruzzone to lead MSC Cruises as president

He's due to take up this newly created, Geneva-based role in July, reporting to CEO Gianni Onorato.

Meyer Turku cuts steel for Royal Caribbean's Icon 5
Each Icon ship is valued at approximately €2b and the Finnish yard is building several more of them.
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Corazul Cruceros unveils first cruise ship for Spanish market
Buenavista is set to embark on its inaugural cruise in July, offering voyages inspired by Spain's vibrant spirit and culture.
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First look at Windstar Cruises' Star Seeker
What's new and different and what's staying 'classic' Windstar for a yacht that company leaders called the smoothest delivery they've ever experienced.
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> Cruise Pioneers Episode 10 | Cutting Food Waste with Smart Tech
> Cruise Pioneers Episode 8 | Toward Zero-Emission Cruising Along the Norwegian Coast

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Australia's new paddlesteamer godmother is a tourism advocate

Kathryn Mackenzie is 'widely respected for her longstanding contributions to Australian regional communities, heritage and public service.'

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Russ Holmes takes a key role with Aman at Sea

He brings experience in corporate development, partnerships and operations from Vikand Solutions and Mercy Ships.

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Victory Cruise Lines appoints CJ Rogers as West Coast BDM

She brings experience from Pleasant Holidays, Holland America Line and Auto Club of Southern California.

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New Mediterranean festivals for Celebrity Xcel's Bazaar

Celebrity Cruises' destination-themed venue will have fresh programming for the 2026 Europe season.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Swan Hellenic dives beneath the waves in East Asia

Swan Hellenic unveiled a series of SCUBA diving expeditions available on four SH Minerva East Asia voyages, each exploring Raja Ampat an Indonesian archipelago in West Papua known for having the world's richest marine biodiversity.

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