HX Expeditions Sold to Investor Group – Cruise Industry News
HX Expeditions (formerly known as Hurtigruten Expeditions) has been acquired by a consortium of investors, according to a statement.The company said that the acquisition will facilitate the final stage in the separation of HX from its sister company Hurtigruten (both previously part of the Hurtigruten Group) and will include 140 million euro of new junior funding by the consortium to support new growth opportunities.The investment by the consortium, which is led by Arini Capital Management and Cyrus Capital Partners, marks yet another exciting phase for HX, according to a statement.The company said it will have the resources and[...]
Simest and Fincantieri Sign Agreement to Strengthen Supply Chain – Cruise Industry News
Simest and Fincantieri have signed a memorandum of understanding to boost investment, competitiveness and market growth for shipbuilding supply chain companies, accoridng to a press release.The agreement, signed by Simest CEO Regina Corradini D’Arienzo and Fincantieri CEO Pierroberto Folgiero, aims to enhance supplier innovation, supporting international expansion, and strengthening the supply chain’s global profile.Key provisions include support for investments in digital and ecological transitions, process improvements, safety, certifications, patents and international expansion, aligned with Fincantieri’s industrial goals and market diversification strategies.Folgiero said: “It is a pleasure for us to sign this agreement with Simest, in Milan, during our[...]
A Look at Virgin Voyages’ Maiden Season in Alaska – Cruise Industry News
Virgin Voyages is set to debut in Alaska in 2026 with the new Brilliant Lady. Cruise Industry News takes a closer look at the company’s inaugural season, which features departures from Vancouver and Seattle.First CruiseDates: May 11, 2026Length: Ten nightsHomeports: Vancouver (Canada) to Seattle (United States)Itinerary: Ketchikan, Sitka, Hubbard Glacier, Skagway, Icy Strait Point and Juneau (United States)For its first cruise in Alaska, the Brilliant Lady is scheduled to offer a 10-night itinerary that starts in Vancouver, Canada.Before ending in Seattle, the voyage features visits to six destinations in the region, including Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway and Sitka. The[...]
Caribbean Princess Starts Port Canaveral Homeporting Program – Cruise Industry News
Princess Cruises celebrated the arrival of the Caribbean Princess in Port Canaveral on Nov. 27, 2024, marking the launch of the Caribbean cruises season from the Central Florida homeport.According to a press release, the ship set sail on a four-day Thanksgiving cruise to Turks & Caicos.In the spirit of giving, Princess donated nearly two tons of non-perishable food items to The Sharing Center of Central Brevard, which will support local families in need.“Today we celebrate the arrival of Caribbean Princess to Port Canaveral, one of the premier ports in cruising, said John Padgett, president of Princess Cruises.The inaugural[...]
Carnival Corporation Strengthens Ties with St. Kitts – Cruise Industry News
Carnival Corporation recently participated in a series of collaborative events in St. Kitts, reaffirming its commitment to multi-stakeholder engagement and educational initiatives.Carnival said in a press release that the visit brought together senior government officials, local tour operators and students over several days to discuss ways to enhance tourism, foster authentic cultural experiences and support educational growth in the region.Carnival executives received insight into St. Kitts’ offerings, experiencing the Old Road Rum Tour, the Cultural Extravaganza at Port Zante and the St. Kitts Scenic Railway Tour.Company representatives, alongside the St. Kitts Tourism Authority, participated in a tour of[...]
Speedcast Surpasses 10,000 in Starlink Kit Sales
Speedcast announced that it has exceeded 10,000 Starlink kit sales as of November 2024, according to a press release. The milestone comes two years after Speedcast became the first authorized integrator of Starlink’s low Earth orbit (LEO) service for enterprise and maritime sectors. Since then, over one-third of its customers have integrated Starlink into their... Source link
HX Expeditions (formerly known as Hurtigruten Expeditions) has been acquired by a consortium of investors,[...]
Simest and Fincantieri have signed a memorandum of understanding to boost investment, competitiveness and market[...]
Virgin Voyages is set to debut in Alaska in 2026 with the new Brilliant Lady.[...]
Princess Cruises celebrated the arrival of the Caribbean Princess in Port Canaveral on Nov. 27,[...]
Carnival Corporation recently participated in a series of collaborative events in St. Kitts, reaffirming its[...]
Speedcast announced that it has exceeded 10,000 Starlink kit sales as of November 2024, according[...]
