All articles by julian turner
julian turner
Room for design innovation – the in-cabin experience
With virtual balconies, customised apps and high-tech in-room gadgetry, the cruise industry is personalising and upgrading the in-cabin experience in way that makes modern cruising almost unrecognisable from its former self and there’s more to come. Frances Marcellin reports.
Vote of confidence – maintaining brand integrity
The damage to reputations experienced by cruise companies after a string of high-profile incidents has been well documented, and a recent survey found consumer confidence in regular and prospective passengers continuing to wane. Chris Godfrey looks at how operators can best manage reputation, improve regulation and reassess safety measures in the wake of well-publicised accidents.
Scrubbing up – energy-efficient cruise operations
Driven by regulations and the overwhelming business case, the pressure on cruise operators to ramp up their commitment to energy-efficient practices is growing. Chris Godfrey speaks with Jim Van Langen, Carnival Corporation’s vice-president for management systems, about the proactive and retrospective action taken to reinforce sustainability and the environmental challenges now faced by the sector.
Hedge your bets – ensuring access to fuel
Ensuring long-term, affordable and guaranteed access to fuel tops the agenda for every cruise operator. But with fluctuating oil prices at the mercy of world affairs, the introduction of costly eco-friendly fuels and mixed relationships with suppliers, what difference can hedging and forecasting make? Ross Davies investigates.
Fuel revolution – the search for viable new fuel alternatives
Tough emissions targets present a major challenge for cruise operators as the industry seeks to address its environmental footprint. Peter Hall, chief executive of the International Bunker Industry Association, speaks with Andrea Ashfield about the search for viable new fuel alternatives.
Star Cruises signs deal with MHG Medical Management Services
MHG Medical Management Services has been appointed by Star Cruises (HK) to provide medical consulting and project development services.
Small fortunes: food and beverage operations
Much talk surrounds signature restaurants and all-you-can-eat buffets, but smaller food and beverage operations can help enhance the character of a ship and create valuable revenue opportunities. From New York-inspired hot-dog stands to 50s-style ice cream parlours, Will Hawkes chows down with Norwegian Cruise Line’s Michael Flesch.
Royal Caribbean announces $55 million port expansion
Royal Caribbean Cruises is to expand its Cape Liberty Cruise Port in New Jersey, US, adding a new terminal, additional parking and pier improvements at a cost of $55 million.
P&O Cruises announces new Australia itineraries
Australia’s P&O Cruises is to offer more short itineraries from cities around Australia, visits to new regional ports and its first Melbourne Cup trifecta, with three ships cruising to the racing event.
Carnival Freedom dry dock upgrades revealed
Carnival Freedom will undergo a multi-million-dollar makeover this spring that will add a family reading venue and a variety of dining, bar and entertainment innovations, part of the line’s Fun Ship 2.0 product enhancement initiative.