The German shipyard Meyer Werft has secured its largest-ever order: building four cruise ships for Disney Cruise Line by 2031. This new contract is a major boost for the financially struggling shipyard, although the exact value of the order has not been disclosed.
The ships are set to be delivered between 2027 and 2031, with details on their design still in development.
On August 11, 2024, climate activists from Extinction Rebellion once again targeted the IJmuiden lock to disrupt the arrival of a cruise ship. This time, they targeted Seven Seas Mariner, operated by Regent Seven Seas. The protest caused a delay of several hours, but thanks to police intervention, the ship was able to resume its journey to Amsterdam in the evening.
Disney Cruise Line is about to make waves with a major expansion, adding four brand-new ships to its fleet between 2027 and 2031! The big reveal was announced on Saturday by Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro during the Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, with a little help from the iconic musical group All-4-One.
Passengers aboard the Nidri Star 1, a ship offering day cruises to the Ionian Islands, experienced moments of sheer terror as a near-collision incident unfolded with the private mega yacht BLEU DE NÎMES. The Nidri Star 1, carrying approximately 480 passengers, was navigating its usual route when the BLEU DE NIMES, a massive 72.25-meter converted luxury motor yacht, appeared to be sailing directly toward them without slowing down or changing course.
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.
The cruise ship Odyssey of the Seas rescued 77 migrants after their boat was adrift in the Mediterranean Sea. The rescue operation took place on August 5, while the ship was sailing on a 7-day Greek Isles voyage. Under the leadership of Captain Marek, the crew saved all the migrants, providing them with medical care, food, and shelter.
The latest addition to the Disney cruise family, the Disney Treasure, just rolled out of the construction dock at Papenburg Meyer Werft, and it's making waves in a big way! This massive 341-meter-long, 37-meter-wide beauty is getting its final touches at the shipyard pier before heading out to sea. The cruise ship is expected to sail to the North Sea on September 21st for testing before the delivery by the end of the year.
MSC Cruises has introduced Opticruise, a groundbreaking technology designed to optimize navigation operations and reduce the environmental footprint of its fleet. Developed in partnership with OptiMeasy, a research company associated with the University of Genoa, Opticruise is an innovative model that enhances the planning of cruise ship itineraries.
Royal Caribbean International has appointed Stacy Lubin as the director of environment and sustainability for its Royal Beach Club Paradise Island, a 17-acre beachfront project in Nassau, The Bahamas, set to open in 2025. Lubin, a 20-year conservation expert, will manage environmental initiatives and collaborate with The Bahamas’ Department of Environmental Planning and Protection to ensure compliance with both Royal Caribbean and local environmental standards.
Carnival Cruise Line has announced a multi-year partnership with the Leagues Cup, the premier professional soccer tournament in North America, as the event’s official cruise line partner. This tournament brings together 47 clubs from Major League Soccer (MLS) and LIGA MX for 77 matches over the next month, marking a historic event in soccer that celebrates the rich cultural exchange within North American soccer.
