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Open Call: Become an ambassador of the European Climate Pact. Make the difference for a sustainable future!

The European Climate Pact has a formal, open call for new Ambassadors, inviting European citizens with a passion for protecting the environment and an interest in tackling climate change to take action and lead climate initiatives in their communities. This is a unique opportunity to inspire change, advocate for climate policies and join an international […]

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New CEO for Wilhelmsen Ship Management

Wilhelmsen Ship Management today announces the retirement of Carl Schou after 19 years of service, including 16 years as CEO. Under his leadership, the company navigated industry challenges while instilling safety, innovation, and growth. Haakon Lenz, currently serving as Chief Operating Officer, will assume the role of CEO on 1 January 2025. Steering rough waters […]

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AOC and MMD announce key leadership change in European operations

AOC and MMD, leading display specialists, today announced a significant leadership transition in their European operations. MMD, the brand license partner for Philips Monitors, and AOC, a premier brand in the display market, are both part of TPV Technology Limited, one of the world’s leading monitor manufacturers. A handshake for the future: Thomas Schade (left) […]

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Heraklion to host 8th Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum in May 2025, marking a first for Greece’s largest island

Leading cruise industry event to address over-tourism and explore new Mediterranean destinations, with Global Industry leaders set to convene in Crete The city of Heraklion will host the 8th Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum next May, as the organizers of the East Med’s most important cruise conference, with the support of the Region of Crete and […]

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Play recorded a historic passenger occupancy rate in August

PLAY, the leading low-cost airline from Iceland, carried 187,960 passengers in August 2024, marking a 1.8% increase from August 2023 when the airline transported 184,926 passengers. The load factor in August 2024 was 91.6%, setting a record for the highest load factor in a single month for PLAY. This represents a 2.7% increase from the […]

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Cruise industry annual environmental technologies and practices data shows continued progress toward environmental sustainability goals

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the leading voice of the global cruise industry, today released its annual Global Cruise Industry Environmental Technologies and Practices Report, showing continued progress by the sector in advancing its environmental and sustainability agenda, including investments in ships and technologies for the uptake of transitional and alternative fuels. “Cruise lines are […]

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Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) meets the Minister of Maritime Affairs & Insular Policy of Greece amidst the cruise season 2024 to discuss pressing local issues and strategic cooperation opportunities

The meeting reaffirmed the structured dialogue between CLIA and the Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy and underscored a mutual commitment to cooperate towards the sustainable development of the cruise industry in Greece Represented by Marie-Caroline Laurent, Director General of CLIA in Europe, and Maria Deligianni, CLIA’s Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, CLIA […]

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The European Climate Pact urges citizens to actively participate and take action

Two important climate dialogue events, aimed at raising awareness and involving citizens in the issues of environmental protection and climate justice, took place last week in Greece, within the framework of the actions of the European Climate Pact. The events took place in Lake Koronia on 18 July and in Lake Kerkini on 19 July, […]

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Collaboration on sustainable cruise tourism discussed with local authorities during CLIA visit in Santorini

CLIA representatives and the Mayor of Santorini agreed on a joint way forward for future cruise tourism on the island. The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the leading voice of the global cruise community, representing 95% of the industry, reinforced the importance of dialogue as part of its commitment to responsible tourism, during a CLIA […]

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Philips Monitors E1 Line gains four new feature-rich models for enhanced productivity and optimal convenience

Philips Monitors E1 series product line is expanding to include four new models within its multipurpose offering for today’s dynamic professionals. Featuring a variety of productivity-enhancing innovations, these beautifully designed monitors ensure that professionals and home users alike have all they need to get the most out of every workday. Easy on the eyes The […]

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