Celestyal Journey Resumes Service with New Livery – Cruise Industry News
The Celestyal Journey has resumed service with a new livery following a planned refit in Dubai, the company said in a press release.According to the company, the 1,260-guest ship set sail on Feb. 15 for the “Desert Days” itinerary, which sails from Doha, Qatar.The cruise also features calls at Bahrain, Abu Dhabi, Khasab and Sir Bani Yas Island, as well as an overnight stay in Dubai Marina.After entering drydock in mid-January, the Celestyal Journey underwent a $6.8 million refit that included a new livery to match the look of its fleet mate, th eCelestyal Discovery.The new hull design[...]
Frank Del Rio Jr. Stepping Down at Oceania
Frank Del Rio Jr. is stepping down as President of Oceania Cruises, which is owned by Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings. Del Rio Jr. had been in the job since 2022, taking over from Howard Sherman. The executive had joined the company in 2003, advanced within the corporation, then left and rejoined again in 2022 as... Source link
Royal Caribbean Reveals Name and Itineraries for Next Icon Class Ship – Cruise Industry News
The next Icon Class ship will carry the name Legend of the Seas, Royal Caribbean International said in a press release.Currently under construction at the Meyer Turku shipyard, the 250,800-ton vessel will debut in the Western Mediterranean in July 2026.Following a summer season in the region, the new Legend of the Seas repositions to the Caribbean for six- and eight-night cruises departing from Port Everglades.“On the heels of celebrating one year of the record-breaking Icon Class and the memories made by vacationers of all ages on Icon, we are thrilled to announce the name of Royal Caribbean’s third[...]
Mitsui Ocean Cruises Launches Sales in North America – Cruise Industry News
Mitsui Ocean Cruises has launched sales in North America for the first time, offering its luxury Japanese cruise experience to guests in the U.S. and Canada.Architects of Travel will lead a targeted sales and marketing campaign to promote the cruise line’s new ship, the Mitsui Ocean Fuji, to travel agents.The 458-guest, 32,477-ton Mitsui Ocean Fuji, formerly the Seabourn Odyssey, debuted in December 2024. The vessel features spacious guest areas, traditional omotenashi hospitality, refined Japanese cuisine, entertainment and itineraries showcasing Japan’s culture and natural beauty.“With Japan being a top destination to visit from the U.S. and Canada, we’re in[...]
METS: Net Zero by 2050 Requires More Practical Reporting – Cruise Industry News
Jason Stefanatos, global decarbonization director at DNV, said that when it comes to reporting systems, there is a mix of methods being seen among ship owners in terms of their processes.Speaking at DNV’s Maritime Energy Transition Summit (METS) 2025, he said: “We see some owners (who) are quite advanced; they have automation, they transmit data to all stakeholders. Others rely more on traditional reporting, more on more manual work.”Stefanatos said that he expects to see a significant transition to more advanced reporting systems due to the increasing complexity in regulation and more stakeholders wanting access on the data.Stefanatos[...]
MSC to Sponsor Alpine Formula One Team
MSC Cruises has joined forces with BWT Alpine Formula One Team as a Premium Partner for 2025 and beyond, according to a press release. MSC is already a global partner of Formula One and will now expand its involvement in the sport as MSC Cruises will feature prominently on the 2025 car, the A525, which... Source link
The Celestyal Journey has resumed service with a new livery following a planned refit in[...]
Frank Del Rio Jr. is stepping down as President of Oceania Cruises, which is owned[...]
The next Icon Class ship will carry the name Legend of the Seas, Royal Caribbean[...]
Mitsui Ocean Cruises has launched sales in North America for the first time, offering its[...]
Jason Stefanatos, global decarbonization director at DNV, said that when it comes to reporting systems,[...]
MSC Cruises has joined forces with BWT Alpine Formula One Team as a Premium Partner[...]