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Cunard explores all corners of the world with new 2023 and 2024 sailings, including maiden voyages on new ship Queen Anne

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水曜日, 5月 4, 2022

VALENCIA, Calif., May 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Luxury cruise brand Cunard unveils over 110 international voyages, sailing on its iconic fleet between October 23, 2023 and May 14, 2024, including the maiden voyages on new ship Queen Anne.

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Queen Anne is scheduled to call at more than 32 ports across the world during her maiden season, all sailing out of Southampton.
In 2024, Queen Victoria will embark on a 107-night World Voyage, departing Southampton on a full circumnavigation.
Guests can join an illustrious guest list on board Queen Anne's maiden voyage to Lisbon as Cunard celebrates a new chapter of Cunard history.
There are currently three Cunard ships, Queen Mary 2, Queen Elizabeth and Queen Victoria and a fourth ship, Queen Anne, will be entering service in early 2024.

SeaPort Manatee and LOGISTEC USA welcome two new eco-efficient mobile harbor cranes

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火曜日, 4月 26, 2022

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PALMETTO, FLA, April 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - SeaPort Manatee and terminal operator LOGISTEC USA Inc., a subsidiary of LOGISTEC Corporation ("LOGISTEC"), are further enhancing cargo-handling capabilities with the addition of two new ecoefficient mobile harbor cranes at the thriving Florida Gulf Coast trade gateway.

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PALMETTO, FLA, April 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - SeaPort Manatee and terminal operator LOGISTEC USA Inc., a subsidiary of LOGISTEC Corporation ("LOGISTEC"), are further enhancing cargo-handling capabilities with the addition of two new ecoefficient mobile harbor cranes at the thriving Florida Gulf Coast trade gateway.
The pair of Konecranes Gottwald Generation 6 cranes arrivedat SeaPort Manatee on April 22 via transatlantic vessel voyage from their place of manufacture in Germany.
"As SeaPort Manatee continues to grow, with all-time-high levels of cargo activity, the arrival of these cranes, along with such infrastructure enhancements as expansion of dockside container yard facilities, heralds a new era for Manatee County's hub of global commerce," said Carlos Buqueras, SeaPort Manatee's executive director.
LOGISTEC's terminal at SeaPort Manatee handles containers, pallets, steel and break-bulk cargos.

Holland America Line's Noordam Returns to Service in Fort Lauderdale

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月曜日, 4月 25, 2022

SEATTLE, April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- After more than two years since the industrywide pause began due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Holland America Line's Noordam returned to service Sunday, April 24, 2022, at Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The ship embarked guests for a 21-day Panama Canal transit to Vancouver, Canada, that will position it in Alaska through September.

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SEATTLE, April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- After more than two years since the industrywide pause began due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Holland America Line's Noordam returned to service Sunday, April 24, 2022, at Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Noordam returns to cruise service for Holland America Line.
"We are excited to welcome guests aboard Noordam once again as we continue the pace of having all 11 of our ships back in service by June," said Gus Antorcha, president of Holland America Line.
"With each relaunch we are able to bring more of our team members back on board and into the Holland America Line family.

OCEANIA CRUISES ANNOUNCES TWO MORE BETTER-THAN-NEW SHIPS

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水曜日, 4月 13, 2022

MIAMI, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Oceania Cruises, the world's leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, announced details of its most ambitious OceaniaNEXT experience elevation initiative to date with the stem-to-stern re-inspiration of the 1,210-guest ships Riviera and Marina, two of the most acclaimed ships in modern history. With the advent of Riviera's and Marina's re-inspiration, Oceania Cruises will, for the first time, field a fleet entirely composed of brand-new or better-than-new ships in every destination across the globe.

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With the advent of Riviera's and Marina's re-inspiration, Oceania Cruises will, for the first time, field a fleet entirely composed of brand-new or better-than-new ships in every destination across the globe.
"At Oceania Cruises, we continue to raise the bar and elevate the guest experience at every opportunity.
Whether it's innovative new culinary concepts, immersive new destination experiences, or presenting our guests with ships that are not just better, but better than new, Oceania Cruises sets the standard by which others are judged," stated Howard Sherman, President & CEO of Oceania Cruises.
With headquarters in Miami, Oceania Cruises is owned by Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd., a diversified cruise operator of leading global cruise brands which include Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises.

Jamaica and Emirates Airlines in Talks – To Build New Partnerships

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火曜日, 4月 5, 2022

The aim of these discussions is to enhance connectivity between the regions by facilitating airlift.

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The aim of these discussions is to enhance connectivity between the regions by facilitating airlift.
Sheikh Majid Al Mualla, Divisional Senior Vice President International Affairs and Mr. Adnan Kazim, Chief Commercial Officer from Emirates Airlines were also present at the meeting.
Launched in UAE, the World Free Zone Organization will be hosting its annual AICE 2022 June 13 17 in Jamaica.
Given Jamaicas geographical location in the center of the Americas, the efforts are being made at an opportune time between Emirates Airlines and Jamaica to be partners to the wider region.

OCEANIA CRUISES REVEALS NEW SOLO STATEROOMS AND TWO NEW TOUR SERIES

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水曜日, 3月 30, 2022

MIAMI, Fla., March 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Oceania Cruises, the world's leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, announced the addition of dozens more dedicated staterooms for solo travelers along with the debut of the line's Go Green and Beyond Blueprints shore excursion series as part of its industry-leading OceaniaNEXT initiative.

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Our guests and travel partners wanted more options for solo travelers and more diverse tour offerings, and we are delighted to deliver," stated Howard Sherman, President & CEO of Oceania Cruises.
Solo Oceanview Staterooms aboard Regatta, Insignia, Nautica, and Sirena
Bathed in soothing tones with multiple layers of luxurious furnishings, accents and artwork, these charming staterooms are the perfect retreat for the solo traveler.
"These new single-occupancy staterooms are ideal for guests seeking the joy of traveling solo while experiencing all the comfort, cuisine, and destination expertise that Oceania Cruises is renowned for," added Sherman.
With headquarters in Miami, Oceania Cruises is owned by Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd., a diversified cruise operator of leading global cruise brands which include Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises.

OCEANIA CRUISES APPOINTS FRANK DEL RIO JR. AS CHIEF SALES & MARKETING OFFICER

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水曜日, 3月 23, 2022

MIAMI, March 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Oceania Cruises, the world's leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, announced the appointment of Frank Del Rio Jr. as Chief Sales & Marketing Officer for the brand. As Chief Sales & Marketing Officer, Del Rio will be responsible for all sales and marketing activities across the globe and lead the teams based in the brand's offices in Miami, Southampton, Sydney, and Sao Paulo. This appointment marks Del Rio's return to the company and a continuation of his 14-year tenure, which ran from 2003 through 2017.

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MIAMI, March 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Oceania Cruises, the world's leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, announced the appointment of Frank Del Rio Jr. as Chief Sales & Marketing Officer for the brand.
As Chief Sales & Marketing Officer, Del Rio will be responsible for all sales and marketing activities across the globe and lead the teams based in the brand's offices in Miami, Southampton, Sydney, and Sao Paulo.
"I'm delighted to add Frank and his many talents to the already stellar team at Oceania Cruises.
I'm also eager to reconnect with the best sales and marketing team in the industry," stated Frank Del Rio Jr. "Oceania's successes are often imitated but never replicated and I look forward to many more of these great successes as we evolve and grow the acclaimed Oceania Cruises brand," added Del Rio.

ATLAS OCEAN VOYAGES OPENS TWO SHIPS FOR SUMMER 2023 SEASON, COVERING FOUR CONTINENTS WITH WORLD TRAVELLER AND WORLD NAVIGATOR

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火曜日, 3月 15, 2022

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., March 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Expanding its selections of luxe-adventure voyages to remote and captivating destinations around the world, Atlas Ocean Voyages announced new summer and autumn 2023 voyages today. Comprising 34 voyages aboard the line's two newly constructed, luxurious small ships, World Navigator and World Traveller, Atlas' new season begins on March 26, 2023, and will cover four continents on seven- to 21-night itineraries. World Navigator will sail Africa, and the Mediterranean and Adriatic Seas, while World Traveller will cruise Central and South America, the Caribbean, Western Africa and Western Mediterranean, Ireland and the British Isles, the Norwegian Fjords, Iceland, Greenland, and the Arctic. Atlas adds 60 new destinations for the season and features overnight stays in 46 individual ports, delivering more immersive experiences in small and off-the-beaten-path destinations unreachable by larger ships. For a limited time, Atlas Ocean Voyages is offering savings of up to $1,000 per stateroom, and up to 15 percent additional savings when booking two or more consecutive voyages by March 31, 2022. For more information, please visit www.AtlasOceanVoyages.com.

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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., March 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Expanding its selections of luxe-adventure voyages to remote and captivating destinations around the world, Atlas Ocean Voyages announced new summer and autumn 2023 voyages today.
Comprising 34 voyages aboard the line's two newly constructed, luxurious small ships, World Navigator and World Traveller, Atlas' new season begins on March 26, 2023, and will cover four continents on seven- to 21-night itineraries.
"With World Navigator and World Traveller's new 2023 voyages, Atlas Ocean Voyages continues to offer travelers more choices of luxe-adventure experiences in some of the world's most fascinating places," said Alberto Aliberti, President of Atlas Ocean Voyages.
Please also follow Atlas Ocean Voyages on Facebook ( www.facebook.com/AtlasOceanVoyages ), Twitter ( www.twitter.com/atlascruises ), Instagram ( www.instagram.com/AtlasOceanVoyages ), and LinkedIn ( www.linkedin.com/company/atlascruises ).

Princess Cruises Announces New Fleet Deployment Plans Through April 2023

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火曜日, 3月 15, 2022

SANTA CLARITA, Calif., March 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Princess Cruises, the world's leading international cruise line, announced new deployment plans for the United States with a return to homeport cruising in Galveston, Texas starting in December 2022, and San Diego starting in September 2022. Princess is planning return to service in Australia with Coral Princess starting in June 2022 following indications authorities are becoming more comfortable with a return to service in the region.

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"Deploying these three ships to service over the next two months will mark the return of the entire Princess fleet, once our highly anticipated return to Australia is approved by local authorities," said John Padgett, Princess Cruises president.
Arriving in September 2022, after completing the Alaska season, Royal Princess will initially sail from San Francisco along with Ruby Princess.
In December 2022, Ruby Princess relocates to Galveston and Royal Princess becomes the official hometown ship of San Francisco for the remainder of the 2022/2023 season.
Princess Cruises delivers the ultimate in effortless, personalized cruising featuring the world-class dining and entertainment the cruise line is renowned for, all elevated with the Princess MedallionClass Experience.

Kansas City Southern Announces $500,000 Pledge and Employee Gift Match to American Red Cross to Support the Global Red Cross Network Response to the Ukraine Humanitarian Crisis

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金曜日, 3月 11, 2022

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Kansas City Southern (KCS) announced today that it has pledged a total of $500,000 to the American Red Cross to support the global Red Cross network response to the Ukraine humanitarian crisis, and will also match employees contributions to the American Red Cross for this effort.

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Kansas City Southern (KCS) announced today that it has pledged a total of $500,000 to the American Red Cross to support the global Red Cross network response to the Ukraine humanitarian crisis, and will also match employees contributions to the American Red Cross for this effort.
I encourage all of our employees, vendors, suppliers, customers, and others across the world to join in these relief efforts.
The American Red Cross has deployed international crisis responders to Poland, Moldova, Hungary and Romania to provide humanitarian relief in support of the international Red Cross operation helping families who fled their homes.
These highly trained crisis responders are supporting on-the-ground relief efforts alongside local teams, including the Polish Red Cross and Moldovan Red Cross.