cruise ships

Malta in shore power agreement with Carnival Corporation

In a first in the Mediterranean cruise region, the Maltese Government has signed a power purchase agreement Carnival UK & P&O Cruises. Under Malta’s Shore-to-Ship power initiative, fully electric cruise berths at Valletta Cruise Port will allow cruise ships to reduce their carbon footprint by drawing power from the grid while in port. Now, through an agreement signed with Transport Malta, Carnival Corp cruise ships from across its brands will be able to connect to the shore power grid.

At a...

https://www.marinelog.com/passenger/cruiseships/malta-in-shore-power-agreement-with-carnival-corporation/

Carnival sees hydrodynamic efficiency as key to fuel savings

Putting an emphais on hydrodynamic efficiency, the world’s largest cruise company, Carnival Corporation & plc [NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK], says that it is advancing greater fuel efficiency for propulsion through innovative hull designs and new hardware and technology, along with underwater drone inspection and cleaning trials.

This is achieved, says Carnival, through complementary strategies focused on maximizing hydrodynamic performance and enhancing ongoing hull maintenance, which reduces a...

https://www.marinelog.com/news/carnival-sees-hydrodynamic-efficiency-as-key-to-fuel-savings/

MSC World America completes sea trials

MSC World America

MSC Cruises reports that its latest flagship, MSC World America has successfully completed deep-water intensive systems tests during a final sea trial in the Atlantic Ocean.

The sea trials checked the performance of the ship’s engines, maneuverability, fuel consumption, safety systems, speed and stopping distances. The ship will now receive its final finishing touches at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint Nazaire, France before being officially delivered to the cruise line on March...

https://www.marinelog.com/passenger/cruiseships/msc-world-america-completes-sea-trials/

Always Croatia adds renovated vessel for small-ship cruises

Always Croatia, a Croatian-American travel company dedicated to curating cultural experiences, announced today the addition of the newly renovated MS San Antonio to its fleet in 2025. The 36-guest small cruise ship will set sail in early spring, offering travelers an opportunity to explore the Croatian coastline aboard an intimate and luxurious vessel.

The MS San Antonio‘s maiden voyage is expected to take place on May 24, 2025, embarking on a seven-night journey between the cities of Dubrovnik...

https://www.marinelog.com/passenger/always-croatia-adds-renovated-vessel-for-small-ship-cruises/

Port of New Orleans breaks cruise passenger record

The Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA), the 6th largest U.S. cruise port and the only port in the country that offers both ocean-going and river cruising, announced today a record-breaking year with more than 1.2 million cruise passenger movements in 2024. Port NOLA’s two cruise terminals at Erato Street and Julia Street are located within the heart of the city, just steps away from the historic French Quarter, world-renowned restaurants, and unique cultural heritage.

“We are grateful to our cruise...

https://www.marinelog.com/inland-coastal/port-of-new-orleans-breaks-cruise-passenger-record/

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