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After departing from Philadelphia earlier this month, the SS United States recently arrived at the Florida coastline.Being towed to the port of Mobile in Alabama, the former ocean liner is sailing on its last voyage ahead of becoming the world’s largest artificial reef.In a picture shared by Port Everglades, the 1952-built vessel is seen passing Fort Lauderdale on Wednesday afternoon.Fans are able to follow the ship’s journey live via a special GPS tracking tool installed onboard, which is available at this link.After spending nearly 30 years docked in Pennsylvania, the SS United States sailed from its berth at[...]

Galveston Wharves is updating its 20-Year Strategic Master Plan to support anticipated growth in its cruise, cargo and commercial operations, according to a press release.Rodger Rees, Galveston Wharves port director and CEO, highlighted that the update will focus on addressing traffic management as the port grows.“A big focus in the master plan update also will be how we can continue to efficiently manage traffic on and around Harborside Drive as our cruise, cargo and commercial businesses grow,” said Rees.First adopted in 2019, the current plan includes the development of a 2.25-mile-long internal roadway, additional cueing lanes at cruise[...]

Carnival Corporation is advancing its fuel efficiency for propulsion with hull designs, hardware and technology, as well as with underwater drone inspection and cleaning trials.The company said in a press release that its strategies focus on maximizing hydrodynamic performance and enhancing ongoing hull maintenance, which reduces a ship’s underwater drag.Together, the efforts reduce fuel use across the fleet and lower the company’s overall greenhouse gas emissions.“We’re not just tinkering here; we’re looking at every available area for improvement for how our cruise ships operate,” said Lars Ljoen, chief maritime officer for Carnival Corporation.“By combining state-of-the-art hull designs, advanced[...]

Harry Sommer, president and CEO of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, played down the threat of taxes on the cruise industry from the Trump administration, speaking on the company’s year-end and fourth quarter earnings call. He said any changes would require legislative action and that the business is complex with a variety of deployments and the... Source link

Lindblad Expeditions Holdings has reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2024.Natalya Leahy, Chief Executive Officer, commented, “Experiencing our ships firsthand, I was both humbled and inspired by the truly unmatched adventures we offer, from the most agile and immersive expeditions to the warmth and intimacy of the atmosphere onboard. Lindblad Expeditions pioneered and perfected exploration in the world’s most awe-inspiring destinations. 2024 was not only a record year, it was also a foundational one for future growth. With a strengthened Disney/National Geographic relationship, expanded capacity in core markets, and the increased scale of[...]