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Consilium Safety Group has completed the acquisition of Daspos, according to a press release. Daspos, a Danish company specializing in gas, oil mist, and fuel vapor detection for fire safety, has developed patented sensor technology that predicts fire risks in ship engine rooms. The acquisition follows years of collaboration. “I am pleased and excited that... Source link

Mitsui Ocean Cruises today announced the program of shore excursions for its inaugural season, marking the 90-day countdown to the debut of its first ship, the Mitsui Ocean Fuji.According to the Japan-based company, which is operated by MOL Cruises, the tours were created to bring guests to destinations including Beppu, Hiroshima and Kochi.Mitsui Ocean Cruises also said that the Fuji will embody “Funtabi,” allowing guests to have beautiful encounters with Japan.Formerly operated by Seabourn, the 458-guest ship is set to enter service for the brand on December 1, 2024.The new shore excursions program was created to offer authentic[...]

The SS United States Conservancy has responded to a report on Get the Coast on the agreement to purchase and reef the historic ocean-liner.The statement reads:The U.S. District Court denied the Conservancy’s request for a three-month extension at the ship’s Philadelphia pier, ruling instead that we have until September 12 to present a formal agreement to the court to remove the ship from Pier 82. Now legally obligated to comply with the Judge’s rulings, the Conservancy has been in discussions on a range of scenarios for the ship’s future, including proposals to deploy the SS United States as an artificial reef in tandem with[...]

According to a report on Get the Coast, Florida’s Okaloosa County has signed an agreement to purchase the SS United States.The 1952-built former ocean liner will be used as part of a plan to create the world’s largest artificial reef off the coast of Destin-Fort Walton Beach.The SS United States Conservancy said in a statement: “Negotiations with Okaloosa County have been advancing positively on a confidential basis. We value the County’s appreciation of the historical importance of the SS United States, their extensive experience in respectfully and effectively deploying artificial reefs, and their desire to preserve the ship’s[...]

The World has unveiled its 2025 journey, spanning five oceans and six continents, according to a company statement.Sailing from Cabo San Lucas, Mexico and ending in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia, the residential ship will visit nearly 100 ports along the way.The World’s 2025 itinerary explores the western U.S. coast, the Sea of Cortez, the Caribbean, the Mediterranean and Africa. After celebrating the New Year in Cabo San Lucas, travelers will sail along the U.S. West Coast and head south to Mexico for an expedition to the Sea of Cortez. Guests will explore wild coasts with remote islands and landscapes[...]

TUI Cruises and Copenhagen Malmö Port (CMP) held the first-ever TUI Cruises Gotland Day in Visby, Gotland, on August 19, 2024, aboard the newly launched The Mein Schiff 7.The event, aimed at promoting dialogue on sustainability, brought together local politicians, port and destination stakeholders, and representatives from cruise lines to share knowledge, experiences and best practices, according to a statement.“It was very inspiring to take part and see how the development of future cruise ships has become more sustainable,” said Erik Ohrn, CEO of Gotland Business and Tourism Association. “We need to shift gears and continue developing our[...]