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2009 Vol 1


World Cruise Industry Review
2009 Vol. 1

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Set the Record Straight
The cruise industry steps up its efforts
to improve its environmental record and reduce CO2 emissions,
     
In the Black
The price of oil has dropped sharply from record highs but cruise lines must tread carefully when planning fuel budgets, especially in a downturn.
     
     
Green Waters
In striving to become more environmentally responsible and prepare for new legislation, cruise lines are making bold steps towards greener practices.
     
Trim your Waste Line
Managing waste in the cruise industry
is not just about meeting best practice guidelines.
     
Clean Bill of Health
Ship recycling poses an ethical and practical challenge for the shipping and cruise industry and has, until recently, remained largely unregulated.
     
     
The Restaurant Revolution
Increasingly sophisticated onboard
dining makes life more complex for cruise ship food and beverage personnel
     
Market Fresh
As itineraries expand and cruise guests develop a taste for locally-sourced cuisine, cruise operators have had to establish supply chains in more exotic ports.
     
     
Happy Families
As itineraries expand and cruise guests develop a taste for locally-sourced cuisine, cruise operators have had to establish supply chains in more exotic ports.
     
Meet the Next Generation
Faced with a broadening passenger demographic, growing consumer expectations and a restrictive economic outlook, cruise lines have to be creative in how they meet these demands.
     
     
Lead The Way
MSC Cruises chief executive Pierfrancesco Vago talks to World Cruise Industry Review about the cruise line’s ambitious expansion plans in a time of economic downturn.
     
     
Suite Future
Cruise liner suite design may be breaking away from the traditional, but can contemporary cabins for the luxury market endure?
     
Redefining Luxury
From suites to dining options, the next generation of deluxe cruise-goer wants more of everything. So how is luxury design firm Yran & Storbraaten developing its visions for the future?
     
Design for Life
Swedish firm Tillberg Design boasts an enviable history, having worked on over 130 vessels in 40 years.
     
 
Well Protected
With the full extent of the global downturn yet to be realised, cruise lines have already experienced volatile oil prices and a fall in consumer spending.
 
Onwards, to Success
While the travel and leisure sectors are facing tough times, the launch of Azamara Cruises is evidence that a brand can launch successfully in the face of an economic storm.
 
Testing Times
Economic turmoil reigns over many markets, while reports from within the cruise industry suggest another profitable year ahead, but is the sector as recessionproof as it hopes?
 
OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT
 
On the A-list
The Celebrity Solstice, the first of Celebrity Cruises' Solstice-class ships, took to the waves in November 2008.
 
Too Much of a Good Thing
The popularity of the Mediterranean is one of the industry's successes in these hard times, but with it comes a strain on local infrastructure.
 
INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL
     
Waves of Communication
The use of personal telecommunications has extended to cruise ships, with passengers expecting onboard connectivity as standard.
     
     
Adapt to Change
How can cruise lines improve passenger
experience in an oversubscribed destination such as the Caribbean?
     
Southern Charm
Though they are major cruise attractions, exotic destinations such as South America can be overlooked for traditional itineraries because of the economic downturn.
     
Old World, New Challenge
The Mediterranean's growing popularity means its traditional port cities face increased passenger numbers.
     
     
Safety First
Recent incidents at sea, along with increased travel to Arctic waters, have raised questions over the industry’s safety procedures.
     
     
Room to Grow
The expansions of the Balmoral and Braemar reflect a need for ships to adapt to market movements.
     
Specialist Solution
The dominating shipbuilding power of Asia has caused European shipyards to adapt their strategies to remain competitive.
   
Waves of Innovation
While the behemoth Oasis of the Seas promises facilities and entertainment to match its impressive size, the environment and safety lie very much at the heart of its design, explains STX Europe’s Toivo Ilvonen to Shirley Accini.

     

World Cruise Industry Review
2009 Vol. 1

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