Thirteen years ago, off the shores of Giglio Island, tragedy struck aboard the Costa Concordia. What began as an ordinary evening aboard the cruise ship spiraled into chaos, leaving 32 lives lost and over 4,000 survivors forever changed. Today, survivors and former crew members recount their experiences, sharing lessons in resilience, loss, and the strength of the human spirit.
Costa Smeralda, the flagship of the Costa Cruises fleet, has successfully completed the liquefied natural gas (LNG) bunkering in Dubai. The operation, carried out by the Green Zeebrugge tanker, filled the ship's three cryogenic steel tanks with 3,000 cubic meters of LNG. This fuel will power the ship’s engines for at least two and a half weeks.
Rogério Faria da Silva, 44, known as 'Morcegão,' identified as a leader of Brazil's notorious criminal faction, First Commando da Capital (PCC), was apprehended at the Giusfredo Santini Passenger Maritime Terminal. The arrest occurred in Sanots as Morcegão disembarked from the cruise ship Costa Pacifica on December 26, after a family vacation that began on December 22, reports OGlobo.
On December 17, 2024, the cruise ship Costa Toscana reported a few cases of gastrointestinal illness among passengers.
In response to the reported cases, Costa Cruises implemented containment measures recommended by health authorities.
These include:
• Disinfection: The ship underwent meticulous sanitation procedures to reduce contamination risks.
• Enhanced Hygiene Protocols: Stricter hygiene measures have been enforced to ensure safety.
Cruises has teamed up with the Food Bank Foundation of Mallorca to provide support to those most in need on the island. This collaboration, launched officially on Thursday, also includes the Port Authority of the Balearic Islands (APB) and aligns with the 2030 Agenda's goals of promoting responsible consumption and reducing food waste.
After the official announcement of three new mega cruise ships for Carnival Cruise Line, it seems that another major order for new builds is on the horizon for Carnival Corporation.
Costa Cruises announced the grand opening of the new Crew Bar on Costa Fascinosa. The crew bar is a place where all crew members can relax and enjoy their free time after a hard day's work, and now the Costa Fascinosa crew can enjoy a completely new venue.
Last month, the ship celebrated the inaugural event, attended by the Master, Chief Engineer, the Crew Welfare Committee, and dedicated colleagues. This new space is designed to provide the hardworking crew with a place to unwind and socialize.
Costa Cruises recently celebrated the "National Day of Made in Italy," an event established by the Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy to promote Italian creativity and excellence on Leonardo da Vinci's birth anniversary. The celebration took place onboard the Costa Smeralda, the flagship of Italian taste, design, and craftsmanship.
Costa Cruises received the "Best Improvement of D&I in the Workplace" award by the Presidency of the Council of the European Union. D&I (Diversity & Inclusion) award recognizes maritime companies that distinguished themselves in promoting and affirming gender equality and diversity within their organizations, fully integrating them into decision-making processes.
After a long-standing career of 34 years with Costa Cruises, Captain Paolo Benini has announced his departure from the company to embark on a new chapter in his professional career with MSC Cruises. Through a message on social media, Captain Benini expressed his gratitude towards Costa Cruises for the wonderful years and the opportunity to grow into the professional he is today.
