Blomdahl steps down as Stena Line chief

Stena Line chief executive Gunnar Blomdahl has confirmed he will step down from the role after ten years on January 1st. Carl-Johan Hagman, who currently has responsibility for all shipping operations in the Stena Group, has been appointed to the role.

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NATIONAL CRUISE VACATION WEEK: BIG SAVINGS, GREAT VALUE DURING ‘WORLD’S LARGEST CRUISE SALE’ OCTOBER 21-27

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REGISTRATION STRONG FOR CRUISE LINES INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION’S 2012 NATIONAL CRUISE VACATION WEEK

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CLIA COMMEMORATES WORLD MARITIME DAY

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— September 27, 2012 — Washington, DC - Cruise  Lines International Association (CLIA) today commemorated the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) World Maritime Day, honoring the work of the diverse maritime community and industry stakeholders that strive to preserve and continuously improve maritime safety

RECORD NUMBER OF TRAVEL AGENTS REGISTER FOR CRUISE LINES INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION’S 2012 NATIONAL CRUISE VACATION WEEK, OCTOBER 21-27

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Fort Lauderdale, FL — October 9, 2012 — With two weeks to go before Cruise Lines International Association’s “World’s Largest Cruise Sale” during the second annual National Cruise Vacation Week (NCVW), almost 6,800 travel agents and agencies throughout the U.S. and Canada have registered to host more than 5,360 live and online events, topping last year’s total by almost 500 registrants. The 25 participating CLIA-member cruise lines continue to provide new special offers to help agents take full advantage of the cruise industry’s single-largest consumer promotion.
 
NCVW, from October 21-27, last year generated $55 million in cruise sales and more than $7 million in commissions. In addition to bonus commissions, CLIA member lines are helping to drive sales to NCVW-participating agents with consumer offers that include: savings up to $6,000 per couple, plus free air, or two-for-one pricing on luxury cruises; complimentary upgrades or shore excursions; $1,500 savings per stateroom for river cruises in Europe; and more.
 
CLIA-member agencies or those agencies that join CLIA this month may continue to register to host in-person or online NCVW events at ncvw.cruising.org.  Online participants may register for their own customized, agency-specific, NCVW mini-websites, complete with a selection of cruise line promotional videos, special offers and other consumer incentives to cruise, which will be live all October.
 
CLIA’s NCVW site offers complete information about setting up the NCVW sites, as well as advice on hosting events, tips for agencies on how to promote their participation, and a broad selection of marketing and promotional tools and materials, including logos, press release templates,taglines, andpostcard and flyer templates. CLIA also will provide additional support to agencies through industry-wide publicity; national, regional and local media coverage; and other promotions. 
 
For further information about National Cruise Vacation Week, visit ncvw.cruising.org# # # About CLIA

The nonprofit Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) is North America's largest global cruise industry organization. CLIA represents the interests of 26 member lines, 15,000 travel agents, and 120 executive partners before regulatory and legislative policy makers, supporting measures that foster a safe, secure and healthy cruise ship environment. CLIA is also engaged in travel agent training, research and marketing communications to promote the value and desirability of cruise vacations with thousands of travel agency and travel agent members across North America. For more information on CLIA, the cruise industry, and CLIA-member cruise lines and travel agencies, visit www.cruising.org. CLIA can also be followed on the Cruise Lines International Association's Facebook and Twitter fan pages, and CEO Christine Duffy can be followed

CLIA MEMBER CRUISE LINES OFFER OUTSTANDING VALUE ON AUTUMN AND WINTER CRUISES IN EUROPE

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CLIA RECOGNIZES MEMBERS FOR GIVING BACK

As the cruise industry celebrates its annual National Cruise Vacation Week (NCVW), Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) is proud to highlight the significant contributions its member cruise lines are doing to support communities around the world.

CLIA STATEMENT ON HURRICANE SANDY

The safety of passengers and crew is the cruise industry’s number one priority. Cruise ships have access to state-of-the-art weather forecasting resources and sophisticated routing tools to make decisions on whether a ship should leave port and the course those at sea should take. With regard to decisions pertaining to departures and arrivals and a ship’s itinerary in or near severe weather conditions, CLIA’s members maintain close communication with local port authorities and government agencies, including the United States Coast Guard. All of this input guides their planning to help enhance safety and minimize disruption, which may include diversion, remaining in port or putting to sea depending on the circumstances.

CREATE A NEW TRADITION: TAKE A CRUISE FOR THE HOLIDAYS AS CLIA CRUISE LINES OFFER GREAT VALUE TO CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS

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“Home for the holidays” is taking a back seat as Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) members offer top value on popular cruises for the holiday season

GLOBAL CRUISE INDUSTRY ANNOUNCES LATEST SAFETY POLICIES

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Costa Crociere S.p.A. announces new senior vice president

Costa Crociere S.p.A., Europe’s number one cruise company, has promoted Beniamino Maltese to Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer.

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Windstar Cruises moves full sail ahead in 2013

Windstar Cruises announced today that advance bookings on 2013 sailings are 60% ahead of the prior year. Based on current pace, 2013 will mark the fourth straight year of increasing revenue for the small-ship cruise line.

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Pride of America fares to increase in 2013

Norwegian Cruise Line today announced that based on strong demand for its Hawai`i cruise, it will raise fares an average of 10 percent on Pride of America for new bookings beginning January 1, 2013. The only large US-flagged cruise ship, Pride of America sails year-round from Honolulu on a spectacular seven-day inter-island Hawai`i cruise, featuring close to 100 hours in port and overnights in both Maui and Kaua`i.

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Strong increase in passenger numbers at National Ferries Company, Oman

The number of passengers using fast ferries operated by the National Ferries Company in Oman has increased by 104 per cent during the first half of 2012 when compared to the same period last year. The data, issued by the Communications & Booking Office, revealed the gross number of passengers on board 13,930 during the period, up from 6,826 in 2011.

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Maltese takes over as chief financial officer at Costa

Costa Crociere has promoted Beniamino Maltese to the position of senior vice president & chief financial officer. Maltese will report directly to Michael Thamm, chief executive of Costa Crociere.

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National Ferries Company boosts fleet in Oman

National Ferries Company chairman Mehdi Al Abduwani has signed a contract for two new ROPAX Catamarans to operate the Shannah-Masirah route. The deal was signed with Strategic Marine, an experienced international aluminum shipbuilder.

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Norwegians deserve an escape

Norwegian Cruise Line invites guests to leave the bad weather behind and escape from storm-related stress by cruising towards sunnier skies in the Caribbean and Bahamas. From Sunday, November 11 through Saturday, November 17, guests who plan to set sail on a much-needed, relaxing cruise vacation will receive a variety of special on-board amenities, plus reduced deposits, when they escape on any cruise of five-days or longer.

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New mv Voyager to be named by renowned history and wildlife presenter

Voyages of Discovery today announced the appointment of Miranda Krestovnikoff, the high profile British television presenter specialising in natural history, marine conservation, archaeology and wildlife, to serve as Godmother to mv Voyager – the 540 passenger ship which is joining the Voyages of Discovery fleet next month.

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National Ferries Company, Oman, launches new Daba service

National Ferries Company, Oman, has launched a new service to Daba Port. The amphibious ship Al Halaniyat left Shinas Port earlier carrying foodstuff and equipment, marking the launch of the new route.

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Design details unveiled for Carnival sunshine

Carnival Cruise Lines today unveiled additional details of the $155 million makeover that will transform Carnival Destiny into Carnival Sunshine during a 49-day dry dock in Italy. The ship will re-enter service in April 2013 with all of the dining, bar and entertainment elements of the line’s groundbreaking Fun Ship 2.0 product enhancement program, along with several exciting new features.

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CREATE A NEW TRADITION: TAKE A CRUISE FOR THE HOLIDAYS AS CLIA CRUISE LINES OFFER GREAT VALUE TO CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS

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“Home for the holidays” is taking a back seat as Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) members offer top value on popular cruises for the holiday season

Royal Caribbean International introduces new weddings at sea

Engaged couples can now experience the romance of a wedding at sea performed by the Captain, onboard a Royal Caribbean International ship, through the Royal Romance weddings and vow renewal programme.

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Royal Caribbean links with MGM Resorts

Royal Caribbean International and MGM Resorts International have announced a strategic relationship that will deliver extraordinary benefits to members of the hospitality companies’ loyalty programmes - Crown & Anchor Society and M life. The new relationship allows both companies to strengthen customer loyalty by providing more access and rewards at MGM Resorts’ world-renowned destinations in Las Vegas, Detroit and Mississippi and on Royal Caribbean International’s fleet of the world’s most innovative cruise ships that sail to exciting destinations worldwide.

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Silversea introduces Silver Privilege Fares and Fare Guarantee Programm

Silversea Cruises, the leading cruise operator renowned for its ultra-luxurious ships and exotic destinations, isrolling out new Silver Privilege fares on all 2013 and 2014 voyages,effective today.

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Silversea announces- 2014 voyage collection

Silversea Cruises, the leading cruise operator renowned for its ultra-luxurious ships and exotic destinations, has unveiled an extensive line-up of worldwide voyages for 2014. Over 200 diverse sailings, visiting more than 500 destinations on seven continents, are now open for reservations.

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New Silversea agent incentive

Leading cruise operator Silversea, renowned for its ultra-luxurious ships and exotic destinations, has announced a new agent incentive starting 29 October. Agents who book a Silversea cruise between 29 October 2012 and 16 November 2012.

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Crystal expands luxury golf opportunities In 2013

Crystal Cruises is expanding its luxury golfing opportunities around the world with a 25% increase in international course offerings in 2013, many of them new-to-Crystal.

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