Category: cruise ship

  • Meyer Turku cuts steel for fifth giant Icon-class cruise ship

    Meyer Turku cuts steel for fifth giant Icon-class cruise ship Production of the fifth vessel in Royal Caribbean’s Icon class began Monday, June 19, at Finland’s Meyer Turku shipyard. The ceremonial event held in the steel hall was attended by representatives of the owner, the Meyer Turku organization, and the classification society. VIDEO: Icon of…

  • January 2026

    January 2026 The January issue of Marine Log examines how ports and cruise operators are preparing for another year of growth, investment and operational evolution. The post January 2026 appeared first on Marine Log. Heather Ervin Go to marinelog

  • Princess Cruises’ Sky Princess arrives at Port Canaveral

    Princess Cruises’ Sky Princess arrives at Port Canaveral Port Canaveral (Fla.) welcomed yet another ship to its homeported fleet with the arrival of Princess Cruises’ Sky Princess, which is set to begin a winter season of six- and eight-day Caribbean sailings from the Port this afternoon. The newest and largest Princess Cruises ship to call Port…

  • MSC Cruises and Chantiers de l’Atlantique shake hands on €3.5B deal for new LNG-fueled World Class duo

    MSC Cruises and Chantiers de l’Atlantique shake hands on €3.5B deal for new LNG-fueled World Class duo MSC Cruises, the cruise division of Swiss shipping giant MSC Group, has signed a […] The post MSC Cruises and Chantiers de l’Atlantique shake hands on €3.5B deal for new LNG-fueled World Class duo appeared first on Offshore…

  • October 2025

    October 2025 In Marine Log’s October issue, we look at how the latest in ferry and passenger vessel design and technology. The post October 2025 appeared first on Marine Log. Heather Ervin Go to marinelog

  • Keel laid for Royal Caribbean’s fourth LNG-powered Icon-class cruise ship

    Keel laid for Royal Caribbean’s fourth LNG-powered Icon-class cruise ship Finland’s Meyer Turku shipyard has held a keel laying ceremony for the fourth liquefied natural gas (LNG)-powered Icon-class cruise ship being built for U.S.-based cruise company Royal Caribbean. The post Keel laid for Royal Caribbean’s fourth LNG-powered Icon-class cruise ship appeared first on Offshore Energy.…

  • Princess Cruises’ new Star Princess completes sea trials

    Princess Cruises’ new Star Princess completes sea trials Princess Cruises’ highly anticipated second Sphere-Class ship, the Star Princess, which is currently being built by Fincantieri, has reached a major milestone with the successful completion of its sea trials. The ship is on track to welcome its first guests on October 4, 2025, sailing the scenic…

  • Japan’s ‘largest-ever’ cruise ship, LNG-fueled Asuka III, christened in Yokohama

    Japan’s ‘largest-ever’ cruise ship, LNG-fueled Asuka III, christened in Yokohama Japan’s ‘largest cruise ship ever’, the liquefied natural gas (LNG)-powered ASUKA III, has officially […] The post Japan’s ‘largest-ever’ cruise ship, LNG-fueled Asuka III, christened in Yokohama appeared first on Offshore Energy. Sara Kosmajac Go to offshore energy biz

  • June 2025

    June 2025 This issue highlights the latest in vessel interior components, systems optimization, and sustainability practices aimed at enhancing performance, safety, and environmental responsibility within the vessel. The post June 2025 appeared first on Marine Log. Heather Ervin Go to marinelog

  • Green methanol-fueled Disney Adventure makes first foray into the world

    Green methanol-fueled Disney Adventure makes first foray into the world Disney Adventure, hailed as the first in the cruise industry to be powered by […] The post Green methanol-fueled Disney Adventure makes first foray into the world appeared first on Offshore Energy. Sara Kosmajac Go to offshore energy biz

  • Construction kicks off on Carnival’s next LNG-powered Excel-class cruise ship

    Construction kicks off on Carnival’s next LNG-powered Excel-class cruise ship Carnival Cruise Line, part of cruise giant Carnival Corporation, and German shipbuilder Meyer Werft […] The post Construction kicks off on Carnival’s next LNG-powered Excel-class cruise ship appeared first on Offshore Energy. Sara Kosmajac Go to offshore energy biz

  • MSC Cruises launches LNG-powered MSC World America in Miami

    MSC Cruises launches LNG-powered MSC World America in Miami MSC Cruises, part of Switzerland-based shipping major MSC Group, has held a naming ceremony for its LNG-powered cruise ship MSC World America at the line’s new MSC Miami Cruise Terminal. The post MSC Cruises launches LNG-powered MSC World America in Miami appeared first on Offshore Energy.…

  • Fincantieri and Viking launch ‘world’s first’ hydrogen-powered cruise ship; ink deal for two new units

    Fincantieri and Viking launch ‘world’s first’ hydrogen-powered cruise ship; ink deal for two new units Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri and Swiss cruise line Viking have launched the “world’s first: cruise ship to be powered by hydrogen stored onboard for propulsion and electricity generation. The post Fincantieri and Viking launch ‘world’s first’ hydrogen-powered cruise ship; ink deal…

  • Always Croatia adds renovated vessel for small-ship cruises

    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…

  • February 2025

    February 2025 This issue of Marine Log focuses on everything from environmental regulations that impact shipping to technologies making it easier to reduce emissions and stay in compliance. The post February 2025 appeared first on Marine Log. Heather Ervin Go to marinelog

  • Levelling up maritime decarbonization game: Captain Arctic, a new solar sails/electric cruise ship concept

    Levelling up maritime decarbonization game: Captain Arctic, a new solar sails/electric cruise ship concept The year 2024 was marked by innovative projects in the maritime industry which witnessed the increased adoption of various wind propulsion solutions. Toward year’s end, a ‘revolutionary’ new solar sails-equipped cruise ship concept hit the headlines. The post Levelling up maritime…

  • Royal Caribbean links up with CPN for B24 biofuel delivery

    Royal Caribbean links up with CPN for B24 biofuel delivery Cruise holding company Royal Caribbean Group has teamed up with bunker service provider Chimbusco Pan Nation Petro-Chemical (CPN) for B24 marine biofuel delivery in Hong Kong. The post Royal Caribbean links up with CPN for B24 biofuel delivery appeared first on Offshore Energy. Ajsa Habibic Go…