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Following the news of Fred. Olsen’s launch of the ‘Moments Crew’, Celebrity Photographer Scarlet Page spoke to Cruise Industry News about her role in the new project, which will see its crew of artists documenting guests’ experiences through journalling, painting and photography.Page will be spending her time onboard capturing guests’ most memorable moments through the lens of a camera.Page noted that Fred Olson approached her about being one of the artists in residence, and that even though she has never been on a cruise herself, she is excited for the project“I’ve done a lot of traveling in my[...]

V.Ships, part of V.Group, has today announced that it will partner with REV Ocean to provide a tailored suite of ship management services for the world’s largest and most advanced research and expedition vessel, the REV Ocean, according to a press release.The vessel, which is currently at Vard Søviknes, Norway, will be equipped to conduct research across the entire marine ecosystem, using advanced technology systems developed by world-leading knowledge clusters in Norway. It will be used by scientists and other experts for innovative research expeditions to find solutions to issues such as the impact of CO2 emissions, plastic[...]

Gebr. Heinemann announced that it is extending its partnership with TUI Cruises, ensuring its continued operation of stores on the Mein Schiff 1, Mein Schiff 2 and Mein Schiff 6 until June 2028. Gebr. Heinemann said in a press release that the renewed agreement also sees the contracts for the Mein Schiff 3, Mein Schiff... Source link

Windstar Cruises has announced a new sponsorship with AEG, making it the official cruise line of The O2, AEG’s entertainment venue in London, starting in February. The partnership provides Windstar with brand exposure at the venue, which hosts over 200 events annually, including concerts and sporting events. The sponsorship aligns with Windstar’s connection to the... Source link

The Unicaja Foundation announced in a statement that it has supported the commercial expansion of Alma Cruceros, investing and taking a 35 percent stake and becoming a strategic partner in the company.“Fundación Unicaja’s investment not only strengthens our financial position but also provides valuable knowledge and experience in financing future projects,” said Elisardo Sánchez, president of Alma.Sánchez added: “Both institutions share the same values and pursue the same objectives: to generate the greatest social benefit in the destinations we reach, to promote culture and maintain an unavoidable commitment to the environment.”Sergio Corral, general director of the Unicaja Foundation,[...]

The Trump Administration is looking into imposing federal taxes on cruise ships in the United States, Commerce Secretary Howard W. Lutnick suggested during an interview on Fox News Live. Mentioning the cruise industry as an example, he explained that Trump wants to “abolish the Internal Revenue Service and let all the outsiders pay.” “Did you... Source link