Holland America Line has introduced SpaceX's Starlink internet service on its Pinnacle Class ship, Koningsdam, currently cruising in Alaska. Installed during a drydock in April, the technology has been operational for four weeks, delivering faster and more reliable Wi-Fi to guests and crew.
Captain Serena Melani was honored with the Capperuccio 2023 Award by Lions Club Livorno Porto Mediceo for her unwavering determination and dedication in pursuing her maritime dream and achieving remarkable milestones in her career.
In a heartwarming gesture, Carnival Cruise Line has played a pivotal role in renovating a learning center at St. Ann's Bay Regional Hospital in Jamaica. As part of their Labor Day Volunteer Project, approximately 20 Carnival Horizon crew members dedicated their time to cleaning up, painting, and repairing the Learning Centre. Additionally, Carnival Cruise Line generously donated essential items to enhance the facility.
On June 8, 2023, the cruise ship MSC Euribia was christened in Copenhagen, and the honor of being its godmother was bestowed to the iconic Sophia Loren. This marked the 19th time that the legendary film diva had christened a cruise ship for MSC Cruises, solidifying her status as a record godmother in the maritime industry.
Recognizing the importance of accessibility, AIDA Cruise has taken significant steps to accommodate the special requirements of individuals with disabilities and health impairments. Through its commitment to inclusion and participation, AIDA strives to make cruise travel accessible to all guests, regardless of their unique needs.
Royal Caribbean International is taking crew satisfaction to new heights with the redesign of the entire crew areas on their upcoming cruise ship, Icon of the Seas. Recognizing the importance of a contented crew in ensuring an exceptional guest experience, the cruise line has thoroughly unpgraded the crew neighborhoods based on extensive surveys and feedback from its crew members.
Germany's leading cruise company, AIDA Cruises with 12 cruise ships, and 15,600 employees from 60 countries has recently launched a new employer branding campaign, showcasing its status as an award-winning employer.
AIDA Cruises has announced that all ships in the fleet will be equipped with SpaceX's Starlink broadband service by October 2023. The project team at AIDA has already installed Starlink antennas on three ships in the fleet, and the testing phase has been highly successful. Passengers and crew members have praised the faster internet connections, enabling more comfortable browsing and facilitating digital work onboard.
Italian football club SSC Napoli introduced their highly anticipated home and away jerseys for the upcoming 2023/24 season aboard the cruise ship MSC World Europa. The event marked the launch of the "new era" partnership between SSC Napoli and MSC Cruises, the club's new global sponsor.
MSC Cruises recently announced a boost in crew salaries, aimed at attracting and retaining talent in the industry. The wage increase started in June, ranging from 2.5% to 6%, and applies to all crew members, officers and staff regardless of their positions. This step by MSC Cruises is expected to bring crew wages closer to industry standards, ensuring fair compensation for their hard work and dedication.
