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Cruise Body CLIA Calls for Measures to Protect Seafarers from Security Threats

CLIA attended the G7 Transport Ministerial Session on Maritime Connectivity and stressed the need to ensure seafarer safety, considering current security threats in the Red Sea and elsewhere.

Greek Cruise Stakeholders Requesting Port Infrastructure Upgrades

Cruise stakeholders in Greece are calling for the immediate upgrade of key port infrastructure in order to facilitate cruise ship approaches.

CLIA Sees Cruise Demand Growing, Expects 35.7 Million Passengers in 2024

Cruise travel is emerging as one of the fastest-growing and most resilient tourism sectors.

MSC Cruises Bringing 500,000 Passengers to Greece this Season

MSC Cruises, the world's third-largest cruise brand, will have six different ships calling to Greek shores this season.

‘Nothing Comes Close’: Celebrity Cruises Announces New Brand Positioning

Celebrity Cruises has launched a new brand identity aiming to highlight its unmatched vacation offerings from the perspective of guests.

MSC Cruises Expands to Year-round Operation in Greece

MSC Cruises has announced winter calls to Greek ports, expanding operation in Greece to year-round.

‘Cruise in Greece’ Relaunching Aegina-Moni-Agistri Day Excursions from April 1

Cruise in Greece, a company offering unique one-day excursions to the islands of Agistri, Moni and Aegina, will be welcoming travelers back to its cruises as of April 1.

Global Cruise Leaders Call for Increase in Production, Supply of Sustainable Marine Fuels

As investments in ship technology continue, the availability of sustainable marine fuels at scale is the "missing piece in the puzzle", says CLIA.

Greece Breaks All Cruise Records in 2023, Says Hellenic Ports Association

Greece broke all cruise records in 2023 with 49 Greek ports welcoming 5,230 cruise ship arrivals and 7,003,150 passengers.

Celebrity Infinity Calls in Thessaloniki with Over 1,600 Passengers

Celebrity Cruises has booked a total of 20 calls to Thessaloniki this year, up from six in 2023.

Celebrity Cruises Chooses Piraeus, Greece, as Homeport for ‘Infinity’ Ship

Celebrity Cruises has chosen Piraeus, Greece, as the homeport for its revamped "Infinity" vessel, which will offer seven to 11-night sailings until October.

CLIA to Welcome Global Leaders for ‘Cruise Week Europe’ Event in Genoa

A strong line up of government ministers and cruise line global CEOs will attend CLIA's Cruise Week Europe event next month.

Greece Sets Tapping into Cruise Segment High on the Agenda

The Greek tourism and shipping ministries have prioritized policies that will increase cruise ship arrivals in 2024 and safeguard destinations.

CLIA Announces Royal Caribbean’s Jason Liberty as New Chairman

Royal Caribbean Group President and CEO Jason Liberty has been appointed chairman of the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA).

Piraeus Port Welcomes Over 1.5 Million Cruise Passengers in 2023

Piraeus Port in Greece achieved a historical record in 2023 by welcoming some 1.5 million cruise passengers in total, compared to 880,000 in 2022.

Royal Caribbean Takes the Stage with Eurovision Song Contest in New Partnership

Royal Caribbean has signed on as the Official Cruise Line Partner of Eurovision, the world-renowned music competition, for 2024 and 2025.

MSC Cruises Launches New Global Campaign ‘For a Greater Beauty’

MSC Cruises is inviting the world to discover the beauty of cruising in a more conscious way through its new global marketing campaign – “For a greater beauty” – across more than 30 countries.

Greece Leading EU Country for Maritime Transport in 2022

Greece was one of the countries in the EU to remain in the lead in terms of maritime passenger transport in 2022.

CLIA Presents Cruise Industry’s 5-year Action Plan for Greece

CLIA has a plan to maximise the benefits to Greece from cruising and help unlock its potential for sustainable growth as a cruise hub.

Celestyal Cruises: Three New Countries, Six New Ports for 2024 and 2025

Celestyal is adding three new countries - Croatia, Montenegro and Italy - and six new ports - Kefalonia, Dubrovnik, Kotor, Bari, Corfu and Katakolo - to its 2024 and 2025 seasons.