Cruise Associations
CLIA and ExplorEarth: A Strategic Partnership
The expedition cruise market is experiencing unprecedented growth, driven by travelers’ increasing interest in exclusive experiences in remote and unspoiled destinations. To meet this demand and support the industry, the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) UK & Ireland has announced a new partnership with ExplorEarth, an innovative platform dedicated to expedition cruises and small-ship adventure […] Read more
CLIA Joins the Visitor Economy Advisory Council
The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the leading global trade association representing the cruise industry, has been officially included in the Visitor Economy Advisory Council, the UK Government’s advisory body for the tourism economy. This council serves as a key point of dialogue between the tourism industry and UK Government Ministers, providing strategic guidance and […] Read more
MedCruise: Elections and New Responsibilities
Last September 2024, during the 65th General Assembly of MedCruise in Malaga, elections for port representatives took place. This Association of Mediterranean cruise ports is now present in 22 countries across three different continents. With the start of the new term, new members of the Board of Directors have been elected, taking on new roles […] Read more
Charles Bud Darr Returns to Lead CLIA
The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced that its Global Executive Committee has appointed Charles Bud Darr as President and Chief Executive Officer, a position he will take up on February 3, 2025. Bud Darr returns to CLIA after serving from 2010 to 2017 as Senior Vice President of Technical and Regulatory Affairs, succeeding […] Read more
MedCruise at the World Conference Cities & Ports
The recent World Conference Cities & Ports, organized by AIVP – The World Network of Port-Cities and hosted by the Port of Lisbon, provided an important platform for global discussions among key stakeholders in the port and urban sectors. One of the key participants was MedCruise, an association representing the cruise ports of the Mediterranean […] Read more
Cruises Made in Europe: A Driving Force for the Future
European cruising continues to be a strategic sector for the continent’s economy, generating an annual economic value of €55.3 billion and supporting 400,000 jobs. Among the key players in this industry, Italy stands out with a contribution of €14.7 billion and nearly 100,000 employees, positioning itself as a leader both in cruise ship construction and […] Read more
CLIA: Industry Progress in the Ecological Transition
CLIA, the Cruise Lines International Association, has published its annual report, Global Cruise Industry Environmental Technologies and Practices, highlighting the sector’s progress in the ecological transition. The report shows that half of the ships are already electrified, while only 3% of global ports are prepared for this technology. The goal is to achieve 100% electrification […] Read more
STCMed 2024: MedCruise Looks to the Future
The Seatrade Cruise Med, held in Málaga on September 11-12, showcased a strong presence from MedCruise members who led various panels focusing on key topics such as the state of the cruise industry in the Mediterranean, the social and economic impact of cruise tourism, sustainable destinations, decarbonization, women’s leadership in the sector, and more. As […] Read more
Theodora Riga Elected President of MedCruise
Theodora Riga, Chief Commercial Officer and Director of Strategic Communications at the Port of Thessaloniki, has been elected as the new President of MedCruise for the 2024-2027 term. During the 65th General Assembly of MedCruise, held in Malaga, Spain, as part of Seatrade Cruise Med 2024, the new Board of Directors was also appointed. The […] Read more
MedCruise and Queer Destinations: Traveling Freely
During the 64th general assembly of MedCruise held in June in Tarragona, inclusivity was the central theme extensively discussed during enriching panels, including a session dedicated to how ports and destinations can be inclusive for the LGBTQ+ community. The power of the LGBTQ+ community is incredible, as analyzed with staggering numbers: 10% of the world’s […] Read more