Cruise Events
Scenic: New Features aboard Scenic Eclipse
Scenic Eclipse, the ultra-luxury Discovery Yacht by Scenic Luxury Cruises, has undergone a period of dry dock ahead of its Mediterranean season, bringing enhancements to the Senses Spa and wellness offerings, as well as updates to the Yacht Club. The main highlights include upgrades to the Senses Spa, which have been enhanced to elevate the […] Read more
Sailing into the Future: Seatrade Miami 2024 Highlights
Seatrade stands as the peak event for any business within the maritime industry, representing a must-attend event on every professional’s calendar. Through organized events and publications, Seatrade cultivates a platform where industry leaders and companies converge to network, exchange insights, and unveil groundbreaking innovations shaping the future of the maritime industry. Networking and collaboration are […] Read more
NCL: Norwegian Aqua Launched at Marghera
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) and Fincantieri celebrated the launch of Norwegian Aqua, the first unit of the Prima Plus class, at the Marghera shipyard in Venice. To mark the occasion, signifying the completion of the external works carried out on the ship to prepare it for its scheduled debut in April 2025, two coins were […] Read more
Windstar Cruises Introduces two new ships
Windstar Cruises, renowned for its luxury small-ship voyages, proudly announces the expansion of its fleet with the debut of two all-suite motor yachts, Star Seeker and Star Explorer. These additions signify Windstar’s commitment to delivering unparalleled experiences for travelers seeking refined luxury and intimate cruising. Christopher Prelog, President of Windstar Cruises, expressed his excitement, stating, […] Read more
Phoenix Reisen: christened MS Amina
Phoenix Reisen welcomes MS Amina into its fleet, the new first-class river ship that sets new standards in the river cruise industry. The ship was christened on the banks of the Rhine in Bonn by Pastor Dieter Scharf in the presence of the godmother Sabine Wagner, part of the Phoenix Reisen team for over 40 […] Read more
Alfred Maritime: Energy and Artificial Intelligence
Alfred Maritime, the digital startup of the Meyer Group, unveiled the first artificial intelligence-based energy management system for cruise ships during the Seatrade Cruise Global, the most important event for the cruise industry. The Meyer Group’s digital enterprise was founded in 2019 with the primary goal of digitizing modern ships through the Internet of Things […] Read more
Meyer Werft presents its new concept of ships
The Meyer Werft giant unveils its visionary ideas and innovative maritime products at the ongoing Seatrade Cruise Global in Miami this week, emphasizing its technological leadership in the industry. For the first time, initiatives towards a zero-climate-impact cruise ship concept are being presented as part of the NEcOLEAP research project at the Meyer Turku shipyard. […] Read more
Emerald Kaia: The New Luxury Yacht by Emerald
The Scenic Group has enthusiastically unveiled the latest addition to the Emerald Cruises fleet, Emerald Kaia, a next-generation luxury superyacht that will accommodate 128 guests and introduce a host of innovations underscoring Emerald Cruises’ pioneering spirit in luxury yacht cruising. Emerald Kaia will bring significant design enhancements based on the strengths of Emerald Sakara and […] Read more
A-Rosa: debut for its two new ships
A-Rosa Alea and A-Rosa Clea, the two new units of A-Rosa Cruises, made their debut on the Rhine River on April 5th and 7th, respectively, sailing to discover historically rich cities such as Basel, Strasbourg, Mainz, Koblenz, Willemstad, Antwerp, Amsterdam, Hoorn, and Emmerich with 7-night cruises. The two ships, measuring 110 meters long, will traverse […] Read more
Spirit of Ponant: the new unit of Ponant
On April 5th, Ponant welcomed a new ship into its fleet, the Spirit of Ponant. This time, it’s a 24-meter maxi-catamaran with a capacity of 6 cabins, accommodating 12 passengers and 4 crew members. The Spirit of Ponant will offer a unique sailing experience, combining the pleasure of sailing, the elegance of a Ponant cruise, […] Read more