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Cruise booming in Europe, according to Cruise Europe chair The Cruise Europe Conference in Reykjavik addressed industry growth, sustainability challenges, itinerary planning and community engagement across Northern European destinations. Read full story

Fincantieri's Marghera yard cuts steel for Crystal Grace Construction starts on this first ocean newbuild under A&K Travel Group. Read full story Holland America expands to year-round Europe cruising This opens Christmas markets sailings in the north and Mediterranean voyages in the slower-paced winter season. Read full story Princess Cruises signs three-year multi-ship deployment with Singapore The Singapore Tourism Board and Princess Cruises will work together to significantly expand the cruise line’s presence in Singapore, reinforcing the city-state’s role as a leading Asia Pacific cruise hub. Read full story

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Celebrity Cruises outlines new loyalty levels and perks Five new Captain's Club milestone levels and opportunities to earn rewards between Elite Plus and Zenith will start June 11. Read full story Kelly Predmesky new sales head at Mitsui's North American GSA She succeeds Joe Maloney, who became VacationPort president, and the line opened 2027 cruises featuring a second former Seabourn ship. Read full story Copenhagen Malmö Port names Kristian Durhuus new CEO Kristian Durhuus will become CEO of Copenhagen Malmö Port on June 1, bringing leadership experience from transport and infrastructure industries. Read full story Malaysia’s cruise momentum builds as Hwajing Travel charters Adora Mediterranea Exclusive charter marks Hwajing Travel’s third international cruise homeport initiative from Port Klang and Adora Cruises’ first overseas homeport deployment. Read full story Upcoming Seatrade Cruise Events 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 › Seatrade Cruise Asia 16 - 20 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 ›

MSC Group’s Cruise division reports sustainability progress on multiple fronts The company’s 2025 and seventh annual sustainability report shows measurable progress based on continued investment, innovation, adaptability and collaboration. Read full story Reykjavik's new Vör terminal welcomes Cruise Europe Conference Delegates at the Cruise Europe Conference visited Reykjavik's new 5,000-square-metre Vör Cruise Terminal, where port officials showcased the facility's 3,500-passenger daily turnaround capacity ahead of its formal inauguration. Read full story Celestyal swaps Arabian Gulf winter 2026/27 for expanded Med programme Celestyal extended its current Mediterranean programme with a winter deployment and will keep at least one ship in the region for the following winter, too. Read full story Port of Seattle extends Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings agreement The terms are through 2035 with options to extend through 2045 based on continued decarbonization progress and sustainability performance. Read full story

NCL's Great Stirrup Cay water park to open Sept. 4 Day passes and cabana reservations for Great Tides Waterpark go on sale May 28. Read full story Orient Express packages 'Grand Italian Tours' for this summer The experience combines La Dolce Vita Orient Express, Orient Express hotels and Orient Express Corinthian. Read full story Dover cruise leader Sonia Limbrick to retire after 30 years Sonia Limbrick, head of business development at the Port of Dover, will retire at the end of July after a 30-year career in the travel industry. Read full story Carnival Magic, Glory get refreshed, upgraded venues The two Fun Ships returned to service at PortMiami and Port Canaveral, respectively, following a range of dry dock enhancements. Read full story

Evolved spa, fitness, tattoo spaces for Margaritaville Beachcomber Wellness plays a central role in the upcoming ship, according to Martha Brabham, VP design at Margaritaville at Sea. Read full story New Zealand ministers unite to rescue declining cruise industry They were joined by cruise industry representatives at Parliament House in Wellington to work together on attracting ships. Read full story Fincantieri's Ancona shipyard delivers Viking Mira The 998-passenger vessel is scheduled to operate in the Mediterranean and Northern Europe. Read full story Hondius to get extra cleaning before leaving Rotterdam The captain and other few remaining crew from the hantavirus voyage have disembarked to quarantine ashore. Read full story

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