All articles by Amit Thadani
Amit Thadani
WORLD-CLASS BALLAST WATER TREATMENT FOR FIRST IN WORLD-CLASS MSC WORLD EUROPA
MSC World Europa, the first in a series of four next generation cruiseships to join the MSC Cruises’ fleet, has been delivered with a state-of-the-art ballast water treatment system from the BIO-SEA by BIO-UV Group stable.
Wabtec to Advance Electrification of Vessels in HYPOBATT Project
PITTSBURGH — Wabtec Corporation (NYSE: WAB) is working to advance the electrification of vessels by participating in the HYPOBATT (Hyper powered vessel battery charging system) project, which is part of the EU-wide Horizon initiative. The HYPOBATT is focused on developing a megawatt-charging standard and infrastructure for ferries in European ports.
Capital Cruising welcomes 100th cruise ship today with arrival of Emerald Princess into South Queensferry
The majestic Emerald Princess sailed up the River Forth into South Queensferry this week marking the 100th cruise call for Capital Cruising which welcomes cruise liners into its ports in Leith, Rosyth, Dundee and deep-water anchorages at Newhaven and South Queensferry.
Revitalising the voyage
The creative team behind Virgin Voyages’ first vessel, Scarlet Lady, brought a new perspective to the design process, having never worked on cruise liners before. Elly Earls speaks to Dee Cooper, senior vice-president of design and customer experience at Virgin Voyages, to find out how approaching the project with fresh eyes allowed them to challenge conventions and reimagine ship design.
Cleaner cruising
With environmental sustainability at the top of the political agenda, cruise ship operators are trying harder than ever to meet their targets. Yet very real challenges remain – not least in waste management. John Padgett, president of Princess Cruises and chief experience and innovation officer for Carnival Corporation, explains how his company is addressing these issues and how it intends to meet its sustainability pledges.
Full steam ahead
With new fuel usage regulations by the International Maritime Organisation set to go into practice November 2022, cruises are rushing to meet the new demands in time. Jim Banks speaks to Andreas Ullrich, global market leader, passenger ships and ferries at Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore, to learn more about the new Energy Efficiency Index for Existing Ships requirements and how cruises can adapt their fuels for a more sustainable future.
In case of fire
The safety of passengers is paramount on a cruise ship. It is, therefore, essential to stay up to date with the latest fire regulations and standards to avoid disaster. Abi Millar speaks to Eddie Segev, senior vice-president of safety, security and environment at Royal Caribbean Group, and Andreas Hildingsson, principal surveyor and ship type expert passenger ships at DNV Maritime, about the importance of fire protection and firefighting on cruise ships.
Getting to the great unknown
Passengers are increasingly looking for a different, more exotic cruising experience, notably to off-season destinations. Yet that comes with its own issues – not least adapting to the often harsher climatic conditions involved. Kevin Smith, vice-president of sales at American Queen Voyages, tells Martin Morris what those challenges are and what his company is presently offering when it comes to expedition cruises.
Opulence on the oceans
Luxury has always been a key part of the cruise industry, but over the years a new trend has emerged in the form of VIP areas. Increasingly becoming a common option for many cruise lines, exclusive experiences offer guests the option of luxury wherever they sail. Phoebe Galbraith speaks to Cristian Comirla, brand performance director at MSC Cruises, and Eamonn Ferrin, vice-president of international business at Norwegian Cruise Line, about the rising trend of VIP areas and whether exclusivity is the way forward for luxury.
Elegance closer to home
Demand for river cruising has never been higher as guests ease themselves back into holiday mode post-pandemic. Europeans looking to explore uncharted beauty close to home can avoid large crowds without compromising on experience. Brooke Theis speaks to Janet Bava, chief marketing officer at AmaWaterways, and the director of global brand at Scenic Nichola Absalom, to discover the benefits of European waterways and what they have to offer guests in the current climate.