Solar power: here comes the sun
Abi Millar asks Royal Caribbean’s Jamie Sweeting how much scope there is for the use of renewable energies at sea.
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![Fuel for thought: low-sulphur alternatives]()
Fuel for thought: low-sulphur alternatives
Recent restrictions on fuel sulphur levels could seriously impact on the bottom lines of cruise operators and refiners.
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![Fuel forecast 2012: the pressure is on]()
Fuel forecast 2012: the pressure is on
High fuel prices and stringent environmental legislation mean a demanding 12 months are in store for cruise operators.
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![Taking a calculated gamble on fuel prices]()
Taking a calculated gamble on fuel prices
Access to fuel is currently no safe bet. Industry leaders discuss successful hedging strategies in tumultuous times.
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![Royal Caribbean International: Cast in Shadow]()
Royal Caribbean International: Cast in Shadow
Adam Goldstein is tight-lipped about Project Sunshine, but he is clearly excited by the changes being ushered in. Royal Caribbean International’s CEO tells Phin Foster how the company is responding...
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Costa Crociere: Made in Italy
The European cruise industry enjoyed a record year in 2010, helped by the success of its largest group Costa Crociere. Phin Foster meets chairman and CEO Pier Luigi Foschi to...
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The Shipping Forecast
The year 2011 has been challenging for the cruise industry, with world economic events making cabins difficult to fill. Gregg Michel from Crystal Cruises and Norwegian Cruise Line’s Kevin Sheehan...
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![The Challenge of the Green Agenda]()
The Challenge of the Green Agenda
Environmental issues are at the top of the cruise industry’s agenda, not least because of a rising tide of regulation. Cruise lines have invested heavily in new technology, better processes...
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IT and the Guest Experience: Make the Connection
IT’s behind-the-scenes role, underpinning and improving the guest experience, is often overlooked. Giuseppe Flammia, chief information officer at MSC Cruises, talks to World Cruise Industry Review about the importance of...
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![Exit Strategy: Evacuations at Sea]()
Exit Strategy: Evacuations at Sea
Evacuations of cruise ships are rare, but operators are always looking for ways to improve their emergency procedures. Ian Duncan talks to Royal Caribbean’s Chris van Raalten and Princess Cruises’...
