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The Best Cruise Lines of 2023 for UK Travellers, According to Cruise Critic

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023
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LONDON, Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cruise Critic®, the world's leading cruise reviews site and online cruise community, has named the winners of its 15th annual Cruise Critic Editors' Picks Awards – the industry's most comprehensive awards – recognizing the best cruise lines of the year for UK travellers, as chosen by the site's international team of cruise experts.

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  • LONDON, Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cruise Critic®, the world's leading cruise reviews site and online cruise community, has named the winners of its 15th annual Cruise Critic Editors' Picks Awards – the industry's most comprehensive awards – recognizing the best cruise lines of the year for UK travellers, as chosen by the site's international team of cruise experts.
  • "This was a phenomenal year for the cruise industry", explains Adam Coulter, Executive Editor of Cruise Critic UK & AU.
  • According to Cruise Critic Editors: "Belfast's outstanding cruise terminal, located next to the vibrant Titanic Quarter, welcomed its 2-millionth cruise ship visitor this summer following a record 165 calls in 2023.
  • Viva Cruises' Viva Two received the honor for Best New River Cruise Ship, for its standout offerings in the river cruise category.

SEABOURN ANNOUNCES THE "SAIL OF THE YEAR" EVENT WITH SAVINGS UP TO 25 PERCENT AND UP TO $1,000 SHIPBOARD CREDIT ON ULTRA-LUXURY VOYAGES

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023
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The promotion applies to more than 600 worldwide ocean and expedition itineraries sailing in 2024 and beyond.

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  • The promotion applies to more than 600 worldwide ocean and expedition itineraries sailing in 2024 and beyond.
  • Guests can explore the globe from pole to pole, visiting the Arctic, Antarctic, or South Pacific aboard the new purpose-built expedition ships where luxury meets adventure.
  • Guests may also choose to sail on the line's intimate, ultra-luxury ocean ships to hidden harbors and off-the-beaten-path ports in the Mediterranean, Alaska, Canada & New England, and more.
  • Sample ocean voyages and expedition sailings that are included in Seabourn's exclusive "Sail of the Year" promotion include:

Climate TRACE Unveils Open Emissions Database of More Than 352 Million Assets, Revealing Where Greenhouse Gases Are Rising and Falling Worldwide with Unprecedented Detail

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Sunday, December 3, 2023
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DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, Climate TRACE published an inventory of unprecedented granularity that pinpoints nearly every major source of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions around the world and provides independently produced estimates of how much each emits. Encompassing human-caused emissions from facilities — including power plants, steel mills, ships, and oil refineries — and other emitting activities — including fertilizer application, deforestation, and wildfires — Climate TRACE's expanded database now tracks GHG emissions from more than 352 million assets, a 4,400x increase compared to the number of assets covered by the inventory last year. All Climate TRACE data are free and publicly available to help enable action and accountability at the massive scale necessary for global progress.

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  • Major electric vehicle manufacturers Tesla and Polestar have already begun collaborating with Climate TRACE to enhance their emissions data on steel and aluminum suppliers.
  • Derived from satellites, other forms of remote sensing, and additional public and commercial data, Climate TRACE provides emissions data that are unreported in traditional inventories.
  • In fact, the majority of corporate emissions worldwide that are included in the Climate TRACE inventory are still not included in self-reported ESG databases.
  • They can pinpoint where to take action almost immediately," said former US Vice President and Climate TRACE co-founder Al Gore.

Canada re-elected to the International Maritime Organization Council for two-year term

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Friday, December 1, 2023
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Today, Canada was re-elected to the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council in Category B—states with the largest interest in international seaborne trade— for the 2024-25 term.

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  • Today, Canada was re-elected to the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council in Category B—states with the largest interest in international seaborne trade— for the 2024-25 term.
  • The IMO is the specialized agency of the United Nations that sets global standards for the safety, security, and environmental performance of international maritime shipping.
  • "Canada is proud to continue serving on the International Maritime Organization Council.
  • "Canada looks forward to continuing its work at the International Maritime Organization Council through positive engagement and collaboration with other member states.

Tracing Arctic Blue Fish Oil from the Ocean to the Spoon

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A clean, sustainable production process is a high priority for many consumers. Quality ingredients are also an important factor, as is a satisfactory experience. These are all elements that have driven Arctic Blue's founder, entrepreneur and health enthusiast, Ludo van de Wiel, to pursue the perfect range of fish oil products.

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  • These are all elements that have driven Arctic Blue's founder, entrepreneur and health enthusiast, Ludo van de Wiel, to pursue the perfect range of fish oil products.
  • "Arctic Blue is designed to be a new generation of fish oil," says Van de Wiel.
  • These byproducts are processed for their fish oil within feet of where they were harvested, ensuring the shortest time for the oil to transfer from fish to bottle.
  • Each ounce of Arctic Blue fish oil has a clean, efficient, and effective journey from the ocean to the spoon, leaving behind satisfied and healthy customers of all ages in the process.

Arctic Blue's Norwegian Cod Fish Oil Is Loaded With Healthy Fats

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fish oil is widely recognized as an effective way to access a steady source of Omega-3 fatty acids. However, the team at Arctic Blue is aware that the health benefits of fresh, wild Arctic cod extend beyond that singular healthy ingredient.

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  • However, the team at Arctic Blue is aware that the health benefits of fresh, wild Arctic cod extend beyond that singular healthy ingredient.
  • "Natural, non-concentrated cod oil has a very broad fatty acid profile," explains Arctic Blue owner Ludo van de Wiel.
  • Van de Wiel goes on to explain that the full spectrum fish oil concept is unique to Norwegian wild cod.
  • "More than 75% of the fats present in Arctic cod are monounsaturated and polyunsaturated," Van de Wiel continues.

An all-new augmented reality grizzly bear and other sustainable, last-minute gifts that help wildlife with WWF

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023
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Here are three waste-free gift ideas that help wildlife thrive:

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  • Here are three waste-free gift ideas that help wildlife thrive:
    Recipients can bring a grizzly bear right into their living room using their smartphones or tablet.
  • With a clear 360-degree view of the bear, tap-to-learn grizzly facts and sound effects, AR is a wonderful and interactive way to learn more about this formidable creature.
  • They can also capture images and share their grizzly interactions with friends and family.
  • Help reindeer thrive, protect polar bear dens, give tigers a fighting chance and more for the holidays.

VIKING RETURNS TO ANTARCTICA FOR THIRD SEASON

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Viking® (www.viking.com) is celebrating the start of its third expedition season in Antarctica, as the Viking Octantis® and her identical sister ship, the Viking Polaris® have arrived again in the region. Both ships will spend the Austral summer in Antarctica, before returning to North America's Great Lakes for voyages throughout the spring, summer and early fall.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Viking® ( www.viking.com ) is celebrating the start of its third expedition season in Antarctica, as the Viking Octantis ® and her identical sister ship, the Viking Polaris ® have arrived again in the region.
  • To meet strong demand for Antarctica voyages, Viking has also announced that the 2025-2026 season is now open for booking, including a new 87-day expedition, From the Arctic to Antarctica , sailing from Nuuk, Greenland to Ushuaia, Argentina.
  • "As we welcome guests back for a third season in Antarctica, we are pleased to introduce even more opportunities for the curious traveler to experience this phenomenal region in Viking comfort," said Torstein Hagen, Chairman of Viking.
  • On my own trip to Antarctica, I witnessed firsthand the incredible scenery and wildlife this fascinating continent has to offer.

Viasat's Broadband Arctic Extension Closer as Spacecraft Complete Key Tests

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023
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CARLSBAD, Calif., Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Viasat, Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global leader in satellite communications, has announced the second satellite in the upcoming Arctic Satellite Broadband Mission has completed thermal vacuum testing at Northrop Grumman's Dulles, VA, site: a significant milestone as the project looks to connect the Arctic region with high speed broadband in the second half of 2024.

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  • The Arctic Satellite Broadband Mission is set to launch two satellites with SpaceX from Vandenberg Air Force Base, California.
  • The two satellites – ASBM-1 and ASBM-2 – will host Viasat's GX-10a and GX-10b Ka-band payloads, extending Viasat's high-speed global network across the Arctic region.
  • The payloads will be Viasat's first in non-geostationary orbit and will become a key element of its co-operative hybrid network.
  • Alongside GX10a and b, the spacecraft will host payloads for the Norwegian Armed Forces and the US Space Force.

Offshore renewables forum to deepen China-Europe cooperation

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Thursday, November 16, 2023
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BEIJING, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2023 China-Europe Offshore Renewables Development and Cooperation Forum will be held on Nov 20-22 in Yancheng, Jiangsu province, to deepen China-Europe energy cooperation, promote technological innovation, and advance industrial development in the field.

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  • BEIJING, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2023 China-Europe Offshore Renewables Development and Cooperation Forum will be held on Nov 20-22 in Yancheng, Jiangsu province, to deepen China-Europe energy cooperation, promote technological innovation, and advance industrial development in the field.
  • Themed "Strengthen China-Europe Cooperation on Offshore Renewables for a Shared Green Future", the forum will be jointly hosted by China Renewable Energy Engineering Institute, European Union Chamber of Commerce in China, and the Yancheng city government.
  • Given the ambitious goals set by countries worldwide for energy transition and renewable energy development, the highly anticipated forum will present invaluable opportunities for closer China-Europe cooperation and the flourishing growth of offshore renewables.
  • Yancheng, located on the eastern coast of China, possesses excellent offshore renewable energy resources and is hailed as the "Leader of Offshore Renewable Energy City in China".