Las Palmas Port installs first container for border control and passenger information at the Cruise Terminal
The implementation of the EES and ETIAS systems will enable the automation of entry and exit control processes for citizens of third countries and will improve the passenger experience, while ensuring a higher level of security and control in international passenger flows. (more…)
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The Association of Arctic Expedition Cruise Operators (AECO) has appointed its first group of ambassadors, marking an important step in strengthening outreach and advocacy for responsible expedition cruise tourism in the Arctic. 
Oceania Cruises® has unveiled its new 2028 & 2029 Collection of Voyages, featuring more than 230 itineraries across the globe.
CroisiEurope has launched its new November Cruise Escapes collection, a series of river cruises operating in November 2026 and 2027. 

Specially selected single-barrel bourbon will be exclusively available to Carnival guests in retail stores on 14 ships this summer. 
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has today unveiled its brand-new Autumn/Winter 2027 programme, designed to help guests escape the cooler UK months in favour of winter sunshine, cultural discovery and memorable adventures.
Less than two weeks after starting his new role with his new employer, Mathieu Robert already feels right at home.
Costa Cruises launched a major update to Costa Extra, its travel advisor portal. The redesigned platform introduces an updated interface, providing travel professionals with key materials, information and resources they need to better support and grow their Costa sales. 

With demand for future travel continuing to grow, National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions, the pioneer of modern expedition cruising, is making it easier for guests to plan ahead and secure their next adventure by offering a 50% reduced deposit on all active voyages departing October 1, 2026, through December 31, 2027. 
Special offer gives travelers up to 20% off select sailings and up to $750 in onboard credit across immersive itineraries. 
A beauty pageant talent show isn’t something most people expect to see on a cruise holiday, but that’s exactly what unfolded aboard Genting Dream this week.
Polar voyages have long been the poster child of expedition cruising, but warm-water adventures are on the rise.
Intercruises Shoreside & Port Services is pleased to announce the appointment of Raquel López, Port Operations Director Spain, Gibraltar & Portugal, to the Board of Directors of the Barcelona Ship Agents Association (Associació d’Agents Consignataris de Vaixells de Barcelona). 

Riverside Luxury Cruises recently unveiled several advisor-facing initiatives, spanning a new loyalty program, a refreshed certification curriculum and an AI-powered support tool.
Global Ports Holding (GPH) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Government of St. Vincent and the Grenadines to enter into exclusive negotiations regarding the management, development and operation of the St. Vincent and the Grenadines Cruise Port (SVG Cruise Port).
MSC Cruises has released new images of its upcoming flagship MSC World Asia, highlighting one of the ship’s most distinctive onboard experiences – The Spiral @ Tree of Life, set to become the longest dry slide at sea.
Viking has announced it has taken delivery of its newest river ships, the Viking Annar and the Viking Fjolvar. 
MedCruise, the Association of Mediterranean Cruise Ports, has concluded its 68th General Assembly in Palermo, celebrating its 30th Anniversary.
Just one day after Royal Caribbean celebrated the delivery of its latest Icon-class ship, Legend of the Seas, the cruise giant marked an altogether different milestone for its upcoming, as-yet-unnamed Oasis-class vessel. 
Royal Caribbean Group recently commemorated the opening of the Dale R. and Carol Ann Lindsey Alaska Railroad Terminal with partners Alaska Railroad, The Seward Company, Turnagain Marine Construction 
