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American Cruise-Aid Logistics (ACAL) has marked its 20th anniversary after launching service in Port Canaveral Oct. 8, 2004, according to Janne Meinertz, president.
ACAL has since expanded to Copenhagen and more recently to Galveston.
Meinertz said the c…
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Azamara Cruises has launched RezA, a new and improved global reservation system designed to enhance the booking experience for travel advisors, according to a press release.
As part of Azamara’s “Listening, Learning and Linking” initiative, the system aims to …
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Disney Cruise Line has cancelled a cruise onboard the Disney Wish due to the projected impact of Hurricane Milton.
According to a statement sent to booked guests, the sailing that was scheduled to start in Port Canaveral on Oct. 11 will no longer go ahead.
“We…
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Four Carnival Cruise Line ships had to alter their itineraries due to the impact of Hurricane Milton, while others continue to be monitored for potential changes.
“Safety is key for us at Carnival, and that’s why captains across the fleet are keeping in close …
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Carnival Corporation recently hosted 44 top-performing students from the Caribbean Maritime University (CMU) for a ship visit onboard the Carnival Horizon docked in Ocho Rios, Jamaica.
According to a press release, the group included 22 students from the Marin…
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With an extensive orderbook, Norwegian Cruise Line is set to introduce eight new vessels to its fleet through 2036.
In addition to four additional Prima-class vessels, the company is also building a new ship class, which will become among the largest cruise…
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Cruise Industry News has released the new 80-page 2025 China Market Report, providing an inside look at what’s happening in the Chinese cruise market for 2025 and beyond after a significant spike in capacity this year.
The instant-download PDF report provides …
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As the winter cruise season approaches, October is the start of a busy shoulder season of drydocks.
Cruise Industry News looks at some of the key cruise ship drydock projects taking place in October, which also include larger conversion projects.
MSC Grandiosa…
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Shane Buksh has been appointed Director of Trade Sales for Four Seasons Yachts, effective October 7, 2024, according to a press release.
In this role, he will oversee the B2B sales strategy for the luxury yacht brand in select global regions.
With 26 years of …
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Carnival Cruise Line President Christine Duffy has accepted the challenge to tandem skydive on Oct. 19, 2024, the company announced in a press release.
Duffy is set to skydive as the Carnival Paradise departs from Port Tampa Bay, in a stunt planned along with …
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Royal Caribbean International canceled two cruises onboard the Voyager of the Seas that were scheduled to sail to the Middle East and Asia in November 2025.
According to statements sent to booked guests, the sailings were redeployed to avoid unrest in the Red …
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Scenic Cruises is reportedly cancelling cruises onboard the Scenic Eclipse to make room for an unscheduled drydock.
The 2019-built vessel experienced a propulsion issue that will require repairs in a shipyard, according to a report on Luxury Australian Travel …
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Norwegian Cruise Line has appointed Ryan James D. Martinez as its first Filipino staff captain, according to an article from CrewCenter.
Captain Ryan, who serves as the second-in-command aboard the Norwegian Gem, officially assumed the role on September 6, 202…
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Celestyal announced the appointment of Rachel Wilton as vice president of revenue, product and shore experiences.
According to a press release, Wilton takes over the position immediately, bringing extensive commercial leadership experience to the company.
Wilt…
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Royal Caribbean International adjusted the itineraries of various ships in its fleet due to the impact of Hurricane Milton.
“Along with our Chief Meteorologist, Craig Setzer, we’re closely monitoring Tropical Storm Milton, expected to become a powerful hurrica…
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The Icon of the Seas resumed revenue service for Royal Caribbean International on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024.
After undergoing unscheduled repairs in the Bahamas, the vessel welcomed passengers back in PortMiami for a seven-night cruise to the Caribbean.
Sailing t…
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The Port of Montreal recently marked several key milestones for this cruise season with Holland America’s Volendam, the Viking Mars as well as a pair of Oceania ships.
Holland America’s Volendam completed its final turnaround for the season, while Viking Crui…
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Carnival Cruise Line is monitoring the status of several ships that may be impacted by Hurricane Milton, the company said in a statement published on its website.
“Our Fleet Operations Center in Miami is actively monitoring Hurricane Milton, which has develope…
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The Association of Mediterranean Cruise Ports (MedCruise) announced the return of Nicky Guerrero as secretary general, according to a press release.
Guerrero previously served in this role from January to November 2023 and, after a brief hiatus, is returning t…
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The October update of the global cruise ship orderbook by Cruise Industry News presents a 66-ship, 171,234-berth orderbook through 2036.
The value stands at $56.5 billion in new ship orders.
With two ships left to enter service this year, the Disney Treasure a…
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