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Elliott Investment pushes for dramatic NCLH changes The activist shareholder is willing to take its case to other holders and, according to a report, Elliott may propose Adam Goldstein as a board nominee. Read full story

ABS veteran Christopher Wiernicki joins Royal Caribbean board He brings deep marine industry expertise, Chairman/CEO Jason Liberty said. RCL directors now number 14. Read full story Spark Cooperative set to challenge cruise wellness status quo The Miami-based experience design company will introduce a revolutionary wellness concept at Seatrade Cruise Global that will challenge the industry's definition of wellbeing. Read full story More newbuilds for NCL, Oceania Cruises, Regent Seven Seas The three additional ships at Fincantieri, the first inked by new NCLH CEO John Chidsey, stretch the cruise orderbook to 2037. Read full story

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Lindblad Expeditions to report Q4 results Feb. 26 A call with analysts will be webcast live. Read full story Trafalgar appoints Cris De Souza commercial director, river She brings experience from Lindblad Expeditions, Windstar Cruises and AmaWaterways, among other companies. Read full story Cruise destinations in the age of algorithmic travel Five Senses Consulting's Ioannis Bras, a Seatrade Cruise Global ports & destinations ambassador, contributed this expert commentary. Read full story Fincantieri unveils ambitious 2026-2030 business plan Reconfiguring the shipyard system to boost production, leveraging data, fostering internal growth and strengthening partnerships are among the shipyard’s plans. 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 ›

    

Small ship cruise searches surge 71% in UK market It signals a fundamental shift in traveller preferences towards intimate, destination-focused experiences. Read full story Swan Hellenic adds golf to Atlantic expedition cruise The offering combines luxury expedition cruising with high-end golf experiences, with early booking incentives available. Read full story Amazon Leo forges maritime agreements with MTN, Elcome The new service (formerly known as Project Kuiper) is challenging SpaceX's Starlink. Read full story My First Cruise Connections: Nick Hughes, COO, Ambassador Cruise Line Nick Hughes, chief operating officer, Ambassador Cruise Line, shares his cruise industry firsts. Read full story

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