Cruise Ship Interiors Expo Europe provides industry-leading agenda

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Published: 03 October 2019 03 October 2019

Full details have been released of the industry-leading conference agenda framing the debut of Cruise Ship Interiors Expo Europe (CSIE), which takes place at the Fira Barcelona on 4-5th December, 2019. Over two days, the speaker programme will bring together 30 of the most senior, influential and innovative cruise designers in the business, ready to share their ideas and expertise in a series of interactive sessions aiming to encourage insightful discussion.

Kicking off with a ‘Leaders Debate’ chaired by Greg Walton, founding partner of Studio DADO on Wednesday 4th December, CSIE promises participants unique access to the design professionals shaping the cruising experience. Greg will be joined by Alison Clixby, director, hotel design and projects, Carnival UK and Trevor Young, vice president, newbuild, at MSC Cruises.

“From our own experience at Studio DADO we have seen tremendous hunger for innovative cruise design concepts over recent years,” says Walton. “CSIE is perfectly timed to reflect on what we have all learned and look ahead to where this incredibly exciting cruise shipping journey will take us in future. I am looking forward to being part of this groundbreaking event and to sharing ideas with industry peers.”

The first morning also includes contributions on design imperatives today and tomorrow from George Scammell, Holland America Group; Adam D. Tihany, Tihany Design; Darren Smith, MJM Marine; Jérémie Chauvet, Schmitz Textiles; and Per Eriksson, Tillberg Design of Sweden. After lunch, the agenda focuses on innovation in the materials used within cruise ship interiors, in a session led by Jacco van Overbeek, director, maritime division, Bolidt.

Next, ArtLink founder and CEO Tal Danai will lead a session on design forecasting, which will feature Luke Pearson, Pearson Lloyd Design; Marloes Boyle, MDesign; and Peter Joehnk, JOI Design.

Part of Day 2 provides a focus for river cruising and cruise ship refits, where confirmed participants include: David McCarthy, AD Associates; Adrian Hibbert, Marella Cruises; Andy Yuill, SMC Designs; Michael Oliver of Trimline; and Charles Rae, Hammer Carpets. Meanwhile, the specialised design needs of expedition cruise ships merit a dedicated slot, in a much-anticipated session featuring Anu Shaw, Kudos Design; Eleonora Brugnolotto of Crystal Cruises; Fredrik Johansson, Tillberg Design; and Stefanie Jentz, Hapag-Lloyd Cruises.

Proceedings will come to a close with what promises to be a lively panel session that will allow those at the top of the cruise ship design sector to offer their visions for its future. Andy Yuill, Greg Walton and David McCarthy return to the stage, to be joined by Anne Mari Gullikstad, CEO of YSA Design, Duo Yang of Kuhn Logistics University, and Marco de Jorio from De Jorio Design.

Cruise Ship Interiors Expo Europe aims to build on the tremendous success of the inaugural Cruise Ship Interiors Expo conference, which took place in Miami Beach in June this year. This was the world’s first conference and exhibition that focused exclusively on interior design, architecture and outfitting in the cruise sector and was attended by over 3,500 industry professionals. Cruise Ship Interiors Expo America returns to the Miami Beach Convention Centre on June 16-17 for its 2020 event.

InfraStrata buys Harland & Wolff shipyard

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Published: 02 October 2019 02 October 2019

A strategic infrastructure development company has acquired the Harland & Wolff shipyardin Belfast in Northern Ireland after it had fallen into administration a few weeks earlier.

InfraStrata plc, the listed company that acquired the old established yard, said it would boost its workforce from 79 at the time of its collapse to several hundred over the next few years as it would bring manufacturing part of its infrastructure project business in-house. The company is working on a gas storage facility project at the moment.

Last year, major refurbishment of former P&O Cruises’ Adonia that had been acquired by Azamara Cruises took place at Harland & Wolff. However, the MJM Group was in charge of the project.

Harland & Wolff is part of a consortium led by Babcock plc, the UK based defence equipment group, which was chosen as preferred bidder by the UK Ministry of Defence to build five 5,700 Arrowhead 140 frigates for the Royal Navy. The contract is worth £1.25 billion.

InfraStrata said it would appoint a new management team for Harland & Wolff later this year. It did not say whether cruise ship and naval vessel work would be carried out at the yard in the future.

 

Vard delivers Hanseatic Inspiration to Hapag-Lloyd Cruises

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Published: 02 October 2019 02 October 2019

The Vard group’s Langsten shipyard in Norway has delivered the 16,000 gross ton expedition cruise ship Hanseatic Inspiration to Hapag-Lloyd Cruises in Hamburg.

The 139 metre ships is the second in a series of three similar ships – Hanseatic Nature was delivered in April and Hanseatic Inspiration is scheduled to be handed over in 2021.

The ships features seven passenger decks, with 120 luxury cabins accommodating a maximum of 230 passengers. The vessels mix quality with environmental care alongside energy efficient hull design and technology, said the shipbuilder that is part of the Fincantieri group. Hapag-Lloyd Cruises is part of TUI AG.

Disney Cruise Line announces return to New Orleans, popular itineraries to tropical destinations in early 2021

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Published: 01 October 2019 01 October 2019

In early 2021, Disney Cruise Line will return to New Orleans for a limited-time engagement with sailings to the Bahamas and Caribbean, including visits to Disney’s private island paradise, Castaway Cay. A lineup of popular itineraries will continue across the Disney fleet with cruises to tropical destinations from Texas, California and Florida.

Bookings open to the public on Oct. 3, 2019. More details on the itineraries spanning from January through May 2021 can be found on the Ports and Itineraries for 2021 page of disneycruise.com.

Return to New Orleans

Back by popular demand, the Disney Wonder will return to the bayou from late January through February 2021 with a series of magical voyages. A pair of 4- and 5-night cruises to the Western Caribbean kick off the season from New Orleans. The 5-night voyage includes a visit to Progreso, Mexico, a new port of call for Disney Cruise Line on the Yucatan Peninsula. This quaint town is filled with treasures for families to explore together, from ancient Mayan ruins to hidden swimming holes filled with crystal-clear water.

Three 7-night sailings to the Bahamas with a stop at Castaway Cay, plus a 14-night Panama Canal cruise, round out the departures from the Crescent City in early 2021.

Guests sailing from New Orleans will experience the flavors and flair of the Big Easy both onboard the Disney Wonder and ashore. The sounds and sights of New Orleans come to life at Tiana’s Place restaurant, where families are transported to an era of southern charm, spirited jazz and street party celebrations with live music and other surprises inspired by the Disney animated film “The Princess and the Frog.” Before or after their cruise, guests can savor the city’s distinct cuisine, visit family-friendly museums and parks, and take in the sounds of world-renowned live jazz music.

Popular itineraries from Texas and California

The Disney Wonder will also return to the popular home ports of Galveston and San Diego in early 2021. Guests sailing from Texas can enjoy the white-sand beaches of the Western Caribbean on a series of four- and six-night cruises to Grand Cayman and Cozumel. One seven-night departure will feature stops at Key West, Nassau and Castaway Cay.

Following the season in New Orleans, the Disney Wonder heads to the West Coast for a variety of sailings to Baja and the Mexican Riviera departing from San Diego. Families can hunt for gold aboard a pirate ship in Cabo San Lucas, embark on an off-road adventure in Ensenada or sunbathe on glittering sand beaches on cruises ranging from three to seven nights.

Bahamian and Caribbean getaways from Florida

Disney Cruise Line will have three ships sailing to the Bahamas and Caribbean from Florida in early 2021, and every cruise includes a day at Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay. This destination, reserved exclusively for Disney Cruise Line guests, is the ultimate escape for everyone in the family. A day at Castaway Cay offers opportunities for adventure and relaxation in a lush, tropical setting filled with classic Disney storytelling.

– From Miami, the Disney Magic will sail 3-, 4- and 5-night Bahamian and Western Caribbean cruises.
– From Port Canaveral, the Disney Fantasy will sail 7-night Eastern and Western Caribbean itineraries.
– From Port Canaveral, the Disney Dream will sail 3- and 4-night Bahamian cruises.