Since August 2024, Mein Schiff has been featuring a series of videos introducing the captains of their fleet. One standout is Captain Todd Burgman, the only American captain in the German cruise line. Originally from Omaha, Nebraska, Todd joined the Mein Schiff fleet in 2014, leaving behind a career as a finance professor in New York. His journey to becoming a cruise ship captain is inspiring, as he shares his experiences and passions, including his love for cycling and his impressive ability to speak German.

Cunard honored two outstanding crew members for their exceptional contributions with Stars of the Year for 2023 award. The programme, known for recognizing excellence in service and adherence to Cunard’s Culture Essentials, continues to highlight the dedication and commitment of those working aboard Cunard ships.

Crew members from the shipping, cruise, and superyacht industries are participating in a research project led by the International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN). This study will use wearable and mobile technology to track the impact of crew social interaction and the impact on their overall wellbeing.

A number of aspiring crew members from Bali have fallen victim to a scam promising employment on cruise ships in exchange for substantial payments, ranging into thousands of US dollars. The victims were lured into transferring money after being deceived by scammers who used social media platforms to carry out the fraud. The scammers created cloned social media accounts resembling PT Ratu Oceania Raya, a legitimate recruiting agency for several cruise lines.

Excitement is building aboard Royal Caribbean ships with thrilling competitions for crew members.

Each year, Royal Caribbean selects an Employee of the Year from more than 40,000 crew members working aboard its ships. This year, 26 ships in the fleet submitted their nominations for this prestigious award, breaking the record for the highest number of nominees ever. The winner bags a cool $5,000!

Costa Cruises announced the grand opening of the new Crew Bar on Costa Fascinosa. The crew bar is a place where all crew members can relax and enjoy their free time after a hard day's work, and now the Costa Fascinosa crew can enjoy a completely new venue.

Last month, the ship celebrated the inaugural event, attended by the Master, Chief Engineer, the Crew Welfare Committee, and dedicated colleagues. This new space is designed to provide the hardworking crew with a place to unwind and socialize.