2023 Saw Record Passenger Numbers, Reports Cruise Industry
The global cruise industry achieved a record number of passengers in 2023, marking a significant recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic downturn.
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P&O Ferries to Install Netcompany's PULSE System
P&O Ferries has deepened its partnership with Danish data solutions company Netcompany by choosing to implement its “PULSE” system.
Crew Member Overboard on Holland America Cruise Ship
Holland America Line has reported a crew member missing, presumed to have fallen overboard from the Rotterdam cruise ship on April 12.
Last Seasonal Stop in Santorini for Sun Princess
The Sun Princess, one of the world's largest cruise ships operated by Princess Cruises, made its final seasonal stop in Santorini yesterday.
Juneau & Cruise Industry Reach Passenger Numbers Agreement
Juneau, Alaska has reached a preliminary agreement with the cruise industry to regulate the influx of cruise ship passengers.
Liberty of the Seas Incident; Passenger Overboard
In the early hours of April 4th, around 4am, an incident occurred on Royal Caribbean's Liberty of the Seas involving a young man going overboard.
Cargo Ship & Cruise Ship Collide at Port of Cape Town
A collision occurred in the Port of Cape Town involving the cruise ship Ambience and the container ship Grey Fox during docking procedures.
Engine Room Explosion Claims Lives of Two Crew Members
On Friday, March 22, an accident aboard the Holland America Line's Nieuw Amsterdam cruise ship resulted in the deaths of two crew members.
Funnel Fire on Carnival Cruise Line Vessel Off Bahamas
On March 23rd, during a voyage through the Bahamas, a fire broke out at the funnel of Carnival Freedom, a ship belonging to Carnival Cruise Line.
China Aims to Get Cruise Industry Sailing Again
After a four-year hiatus due to the pandemic, a mainland Chinese port has reopened for cruise ships to homeport, marking a significant milestone.
Methanol Retrofit of Passenger Ships 'Not Attractive Option'
Study by Lloyd's Register concludes that converting passenger ships to use methanol as fuel is less economically viable than some alternatives.
Icon of the Seas Cruise Ship Rescues 14 Stranded at Sea
March 3rd, the Icon of the Seas, known as the world's largest cruise ship, came to the rescue of 14 people who had been adrift at sea for 8 days
2024 Great Lakes Cruise Passengers Forecast to be 140,000+
Cruise the Great Lakes, a promotional initiative for the region's cruise industry, has shared its optimistic outlook for the 2024 cruising season
High Demand for Norwegian Cruise Line Despite Red Sea Woes
Shares of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings saw an uptick in pre-market trading following the company's announcement of its 2024 projections.
Norwegian Cruise Ship Stopped From Docking Amid Outbreak
Feb 25th, a Norwegian Cruise Line Holding vessel was denied docking at Mauritius' main port due to sanitary concerns following reports of illness
American Queen Voyages End Operations, Say Hornblower Group
American Queen Voyages is halting its operations as its parent company, Hornblower Group, enters into a financial restructuring agreement.
First New Build in 5 Years Ordered by Carnival Corporation
Carnival Corporation, the leading global cruise company, has revealed its inaugural newbuild order since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Cruise Ship Rescues Fishermen Thanks to Observant Passengers
Costa Cruises’ 114,500 gross ton Costa Serna was cruising the Arabian Sea when the vessel rescued a group of stranded fishermen lost out to sea.
First Cruise Ship Made in China to Set Sail From Shanghai
January 1st saw China’s first domestically made cruise ship begin its maiden voyage, offering mainland travelers the opportunity to go overseas.
Amsterdam Cruise Ship Evacuated After Explosion
An explosion happened earlier this week aboard river cruise ship Viking Gymir that was berthed in the very heart of Amsterdam in the Netherlands.