Cunard Unveils Bold New Campaign to Redefine Cruising
Cunard has unveiled a striking new global brand campaign under the bold slogan: “Why cruise when you can Cunard”. Watch the advert's video here.
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Iceland Faces Cruise Booking Decline Amid Passenger Fee
Iceland’s cruise tourism industry is poised for a sharp decline with Cruise Iceland forecasting a 14% drop in 2026 bookings thanks to passenger tax
Finnish Police Accuse Tanker Crew Over Baltic Cable Damage
Finnish authorities accuse officers aboard the Eagle S oil tanker of serious criminal acts after the ship caused damage to undersea infrastructure
Jana Luth Appointed Head of Communications at AIDA
AIDA Cruises announced that of July 1, Jana Luth will assume the role of press spokesperson and head of communication at its Rostock headquarters
Captain Jailed for Severing Taiwan’s Undersea Cables
A court in Taiwan has handed down a three-year prison sentence to the captain of the Hong Tai 58 for damaging undersea communication cables.
Ship Disasters Off Kerala Spark Calls for Stricter Oversight
Two high-profile incidents off India’s coast have ignited public concern and renewed debate over regulating aging vessels in the country’s waters
Maritime Alert Issued Amid Rising Middle East Tensions
A security alert has been issued by the UKMTO, MSCHOA, and JMIC cautioning vessel operators navigating through the Middle East of elevated risk.
Carnival Cuts Food Waste by 44%, Beating 2025 Goal Early
Carnival Corporation has announced a major milestone in its sustainability journey, reporting a 44% decrease in unit food waste in 2024.
Cunard & Abbey Road Launch Music Lounge at Sea
Cunard has teamed up with the legendary Abbey Road Studios to introduce an exclusive new musical experience aboard the Queen Elizabeth
Petrobras Launches Offshore Wind Pilot Near Rio Coast
Petrobras, Brazil’s state-controlled oil and gas giant, initiates tenders for pilot offshore wind project located off Rio de Janeiro state
New Site Lets Seafarers Review Life Aboard Ships
Seafarers have welcomed the arrival of a new online platform that allows them to anonymously share feedback on onboard living conditions.
Carnival Unveils ‘Funnel Faves’ to Celebrate Advisors
Carnival introduces Funnel Faves initiative to recognize travel advisors, acknowledged by the company as essential to creating memorable cruises.
ONE Linked to $1.76B Order for 8 Mega Containerships
ONE, a Singapore-headquartered container carrier backed by Japanese firms, is reportedly behind a shipbuilding contract with HD Hyundai Heavy Industries
AIDA Cruises Gears Up for 30th Anniversary in 2026
AIDA Cruises has just turned 29 years old, and the excitement is building for its milestone, action-packed 30th anniversary celebrations in 2026.
UNESCO Seeks 10,000 Ships for Ocean Data Initiative
World leaders and delegates have gathered in Nice, located on France’s picturesque Cote d’Azur, for this week’s United Nations Ocean Conference.
Royal Caribbean Announces Leadership Transition for 2025
Royal Caribbean has revealed that Richard Fain, its longtime Chairman of the Board, will step down from his position in the fourth quarter of 2025
Cruise Scotland Raises Concerns Over Proposed Port Levy
Cruise Scotland has formally responded to the Scottish Government’s public consultation on a proposed cruise passenger levy, initiated in February
Holland America’s Caribbean Cruises Offer a Quieter Escape
Holland America has launched a fresh marketing initiative with a twist. It’s emphasizing what sets it apart by spotlighting what it doesn’t offer
ONE and Hamburg Port Partner on Shore Power Development
On June 3, the Hamburg Port Authority signed a key agreement with Ocean Network Express to expand the use of shore power at the Port of Hamburg.
Juneau to Nearly Double Cruise Ship Dock Fees by 2026
Officials in Juneau have approved a significant increase in dock fees for large cruise ships, a move that is expected to bring in millions more.