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Mark Tamis has quietly exited the Seabourn presidency Beth Bodensteiner is now president of both Holland America Line and Seabourn. Read full story

Leadership shakeup at The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Ernesto Fara exited, with Alan Leibman taking over as CEO and Tatiana Ferreira as president. Read full story HX Expeditions CEO Gebhard Rainer to step down The board launches a search for his successor amid strong year-to-date booking growth. Read full story Anne-Marie Spinosi named MedCruise president, Riga steps down Theodora Riga assumes the title of honorary president. Read full story

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Seatrade Cruise Asia: source markets, route building in the spotlight Source market development across Asia and how itinerary routes are built – and rebuilt are another two topics in focus at the upcoming event this month in Malaysia. Read full story RWS Global names Jeremy Barnes as VP, sea production RWS Global created the new senior role to lead its European cruise entertainment operations, appointing a 20-year Carnival Corporation veteran. Read full story My First Cruise Connections: Melissa Witsoe, senior product manager, Windstar Cruises Melissa Witsoe, senior product manager, Mediterranean, South Pacific & Asia, Windstar Cruises, shares her cruise industry firsts. Read full story Costa/Carnival sales veteran Scott Knutson is mourned A celebration of life is planned for Nov. 22 in Indianapolis. Read full story Upcoming Seatrade Cruise Events Seatrade Cruise Asia 16 - 19 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 ›

Antarctica21 welcomes newest ship, Magellan Discoverer The first hybrid-electric expedition ship purpose-built for Antarctic air-cruises was named in Punta Arenas. Read full story Seatrade Cruise Orderbook - November 2026 November orderbook totals 79+ firm orders worth $93.8bn*. Read full story MSC Cruises and Heineken bring São Paulo F1 to sea MSC World America passengers saw the race unfold through live screenings, watch parties and a limited-edition Heineken can created for the occasion. Read full story Meeting the demands of a changing cruise industry Metalcolour is meeting rising demand for lower-climate-impact cruise interior materials with recycled steel and bio-based foil products, as the cruise industry's passenger numbers and fleet continue to grow. Read full story

Icon 3, Legend of the Seas, makes stateside debut Broward County Mayor Mark Bogen called this first Icon-class ship based at Port Everglades 'awe-inspiring.' Read full story

New vessels, routes and land tours for AmaWaterways in 2028 Pre- and post-cruise extensions range from Krakow and Nuremberg to Brussels, Provence, Basel and Luxembourg. Read full story

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