Cruise Ship Industry News
Europe’s Only Event Dedicated to the Cruise Interiors Community Returns to Hamburg
Brighton, July - Registration for Cruise Ship Interiors Design Expo Europe (CSI Europe) is now open. Cruise line design teams, expert shipyards, design studios and procurement specialists planning to attend the trade fair, taking place 2 - 3 [Read more...]
TUI River Cruises marks major milestone as first purpose-built ship TUI Luzia touches water
29 July 2026 - TUI River Cruises has announced TUI Luzia, the first purpose-built ship for the brand, was floated out in Kladovo, Serbia marking a major construction milestone and the first time the ship has touched water. [Read more...]
Wärtsilä and Carnival Corporation extend long-standing collaboration with Lifecycle Agreement supporting LNG-powered cruise fleet performance
Technology group Wärtsilä and Carnival Corporation (NYSE: CCL), the world’s largest cruise company, have entered into an 8-year Lifecycle Agreement covering four cruise vessels within the Princess Cruises and Carnival Cruise Line fleets, including two newbuild vessels currently under construction. [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean and Make-A-Wish Shanghai Launch “Wishes at Sea” Program to Bring Unforgettable Vacations to Children With Critical Illnesses
SHANGHAI, July 2, 2026 – Royal Caribbean launched the “Wishes at Sea” program in partnership with Make-A-Wish Shanghai, expanding its ongoing efforts to create meaningful vacation experiences for children facing critical illnesses. Designed for children aged 3 to 17, [Read more...]
CARNIVAL CORPORATION DELIVERS RECORD SECOND QUARTER REVENUES, NET YIELDS AND ADJUSTED NET INCOME
MIAMI, June 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Carnival Corporation (NYSE: CCL) announced financial results for the second quarter 2026 and provided an updated outlook. Net income1 of $537 million with record adjusted net income2,3 of $569 million, up over 20 percent compared to the [Read more...]
A renewed agreement on limits in Palma in place, cruise operators reject tourist overcrowding accusation
The Majorca Daily Bulletin reports that “Under the renewal of the memorandum of understanding signed by the Balearic Government, Palma Town Hall and the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), there will be a maximum of three cruise ships per [Read more...]
Norwegian Cruise Line® offers 50% off all cruises
Norwegian Cruise Line® (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel, is making it easier than ever to plan the perfect summer escape with 50% off all cruises on incredible close-to-home voyages from 15 convenient homeports across the continental United States and Canada, plus Kids [Read more...]
Carnival Cruise Line Celebrates Expansion of RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay
Carnival Cruise Line on 5th June unveiled the completion of new amenities and an expanded white sand beach front at its exclusive destination, RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay. Guests can now enjoy new complimentary loungers and umbrellas, plus reservable [Read more...]
Oceanwide Expeditions are in the clear
Oceanwide Expeditions can confirm that the planned deep cleaning and disinfection of m/v Hondius has been completed in Rotterdam. On 29 May, the vessel was assessed, and was cleared on 30 May by Dutch health authority (GGD) officials to return to full operations. The vessel will now undergo an annual survey and scheduled maintenance [Read more...]
TUI River Cruises sets sail with first ever music-themed cruise headlined by DJ Gary Davies
TUI River Cruises has unveiled its first-ever music-themed sailing, Rewind on the Rhine, set to depart on TUI Skyla in November 2026. The themed cruise will go on sale from 5 June 2026. The three-night itinerary will combine scenic cruising [Read more...]