Carnival UK, MSC Cruises and CLIA Honoured at the 14th Edition of the Cruise Activity Awards of the Port of Lisbon
The 14th edition of the Cruise Activity Awards of the Port of Lisbon, held on 23 March, was marked by the introduction of a new category dedicated to sustainability and community engagement, integrated into the “Cruise Lines for the Community” – Community Interaction Programme. (more…)
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Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) and Seatrade Cruise, part of Informa Markets, have announced a planned leadership progression reflecting continued collaboration and alignment across the global cruise industry.
Ambassador Cruise Line, the UK’s affordable quality cruise line, has today launched an all-new Spring promotion featuring an incredible ‘Free Parking or Coaching’ offer on a range of cruises departing up to March 2028. 

Avora Residences announced the launch of Continuum, a private, membership-based concept designed to deliver a global yachting lifestyle without the responsibilities of ownership. 
Oceania Cruises revealed The Floating Pastry Academy, a new multi-year training program for its onboard chefs, and first of its kind for the cruise industry, created in partnership with revered digital training platform, The Butter Book®. 

Elomatic, an international consulting and engineering company, has announced the deployment of a new document management module within Aura APM, Elomatic’s asset performance management platform for technical ship management, in collaboration with Virgin Voyages. 
Cunard will celebrate a landmark year in 2026 with every Transatlantic Crossing featuring an expanded programme of world-class entertainment.
During the Blue Economy Summit 2026 event held in Trabzon, a very productive exchange of views took place regarding passenger tourism and port services in the Black Sea. 
Stable connectivity between ship and port is a key element for operations in the cruise industry. During each port call, within a limited timeframe, critical activities such as the check-in of thousands of guests are managed across complex port areas including quays, terminals, and offices.
MedCruise, the largest cruise port association in the world, announces the launch of its Cruise Economic Impact Assessment Study, a major initiative aimed at providing a comprehensive, evidence-based understanding of the economic, social and environmental contribution of cruise tourism. 
Royal Caribbean Group and Bank of America launch the cruise industry’s first tri-branded credit cards, enabling travelers to earn and redeem rewards across Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises, and Silversea. 




Silversea has successfully concluded its 2025/2026 Antarctica season. Between October 5, 2025, and March 5, 2026, Silver Endeavour, Silver Cloud, and Silver Wind welcomed guests on 38 voyages to the region’s dramatic landscapes – demonstrating the power of immersive, expertly led exploration.
Royal Caribbean has announced a strategic partnership with Maritime Procurement Services (MPS) that aims to serve as the official operating partner for a new, state-of-the-art, technology-driven solid waste management facility to be developed in Mahahual, Quintana Roo.
Shetland’s Cruise Forward event in February brought together more than 140 delegates, creating a positive space for discussion across industry partners, local businesses and community groups. 


Capital Cruising welcomes the upcoming restoration of the historic Tilbury Riverside Station, a site that has welcomed generations of travellers and remains an iconic part of Britain’s maritime heritage.
Seabourn has opened its 2027-2029 ocean voyage collection for sale, unveiling a year of thoughtfully curated itineraries as the luxury line prepares to celebrate its “Ruby Jubilee” in 2028, marking 40 years of exploration at sea.
For the first time, bourbon barrels mature across a cruise fleet, their flavors shaped by the maritime conditions of Holland America’s carefully crafted itineraries. 