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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![Supply: chains of command]()
Supply: chains of command
Installing visible and consistent IT software is only one step towards achieving more effective operator-vendor relationships.
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Ambassadors of excellence
How do multinational operators ensure that a geographically dispersed workforce has the right skills and training?
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![The boats that rock: music-themed cruises]()
The boats that rock: music-themed cruises
Rock ‘n’ roll and luxury cruises aren’t the most likely bandmates, but music festivals at sea are becoming big business.
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![Smart cookies: effective food and beverage operations]()
Smart cookies: effective food and beverage operations
Modern-day cruise passengers expect fresh dining experiences, but when does centralised control become micro-management?
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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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Fleet Upgrades: Refitting the Bill
As cruise fleets age, the coming years are going to see busy refurbishment schedules. Ian Duncan talks to Carnival’s Peter Fetten and Royal Caribbean’s Kevin Douglas about how operators are...
