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Carnival Corporation Orders Fourth Excel-Class Ship for Carnival Cruise Line, 10th Excel-Class Ship Across Global Fleet

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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MIAMI, Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK), the world's largest cruise company, today announced it has signed an agreement with leading German shipbuilder Meyer Werft to build a fourth Excel-class cruise ship for its namesake Carnival Cruise Line brand. The ship, the 10th Excel-class ship in the corporation's fleet across four of its world-class brands, is expected to enter service in Spring 2027.

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  • MIAMI, Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK), the world's largest cruise company, today announced it has signed an agreement with leading German shipbuilder Meyer Werft to build a fourth Excel-class cruise ship for its namesake Carnival Cruise Line brand.
  • The ship, the 10th Excel-class ship in the corporation's fleet across four of its world-class brands, is expected to enter service in Spring 2027.
  • Joining current Carnival Cruise Line Excel-class ships Mardi Gras, Carnival Celebration and Carnival Jubilee, the new 180,000-ton ship will carry over 6,400 guests and be powered on a liquefied natural gas (LNG) technology platform.
  • "Our Excel-class ships have been a tremendous addition to the Carnival fleet and proven very popular with our guests," said Christine Duffy, president of Carnival Cruise Line.

SIS International Launches New Travel AI Consulting, Strategy Consulting, and Market Research Solutions

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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NEW YORK, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SIS International, a leading market research and strategy consulting firm, announced the expansion of its consulting services in the travel, tourism, and hospitality sectors. The company said it expanded its services and capabilities in response to the robust growth of the travel, tourism, and hospitality industries over the next few years.

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  • SIS International, a Global Market Research and Strategy Consulting firm, launches new travel research and consulting solutions to help travel brands grow.
  • NEW YORK, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SIS International , a leading market research and strategy consulting firm, announced the expansion of its consulting services in the travel, tourism, and hospitality sectors.
  • We help travel brands to adopt emerging technologies like AI through research, data, analytics, and strategy consulting solutions," said Ruth Stanat, CEO of SIS International.
  • SIS International provides global travel research and consulting services such as hotel rebranding consulting, customer satisfaction market research, hotel AI consulting, supply and demand consulting, food taste testing, travel brand consulting, eco-tourism market research, hotel brand consulting, sustainable tourism consulting, price optimization analytics, travel market opportunity consulting, destination marketing consulting, luxury hotel rebranding consulting, travel market sizing analysis, MICE Industry consulting (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions) and other solutions.

SIS International Launches New Travel AI Consulting, Strategy Consulting, and Market Research Solutions

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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NEW YORK, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SIS International, a leading market research and strategy consulting firm, announced the expansion of its consulting services in the travel, tourism, and hospitality sectors. The company said it expanded its services and capabilities in response to the robust growth of the travel, tourism, and hospitality industries over the next few years.

Key Points: 
  • SIS International, a Global Market Research and Strategy Consulting firm, launches new travel research and consulting solutions to help travel brands grow.
  • NEW YORK, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SIS International , a leading market research and strategy consulting firm, announced the expansion of its consulting services in the travel, tourism, and hospitality sectors.
  • We help travel brands to adopt emerging technologies like AI through research, data, analytics, and strategy consulting solutions," said Ruth Stanat, CEO of SIS International.
  • SIS International provides global travel research and consulting services such as hotel rebranding consulting, customer satisfaction market research, hotel AI consulting, supply and demand consulting, food taste testing, travel brand consulting, eco-tourism market research, hotel brand consulting, sustainable tourism consulting, price optimization analytics, travel market opportunity consulting, destination marketing consulting, luxury hotel rebranding consulting, travel market sizing analysis, MICE Industry consulting (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions) and other solutions.

Jason Liberty, President and CEO of Royal Caribbean Group, Named Chairman of Cruise Lines International Association

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Friday, January 19, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the leading authority of the global cruise industry, today announced that Royal Caribbean Group President and CEO Jason Liberty has been appointed Chairman by its Board of Directors.

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  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the leading authority of the global cruise industry, today announced that Royal Caribbean Group President and CEO Jason Liberty has been appointed Chairman by its Board of Directors.
  • Liberty succeeds Pierfrancesco Vago, executive chairman of MSC Cruises S.A. who served in the role since January 2021.
  • Liberty became Royal Caribbean Group's president and CEO in early 2022, following a career spanning nearly two decades in the cruise industry and having served as the company's Chief Financial Officer for many years.
  • CLIA provides an important and unified voice for the global cruise line industry representing cruise lines, suppliers, business partners, and a robust travel advisor community.

Director Declaration

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Monday, December 25, 2023
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In accordance with Listing Rule 9.6.14 easyJet announces that Moni Mannings, Non-Executive Director, has been appointed as a Non-Executive Director and Senior Independent Director designate of Land Securities Group plc with effect from 11 December 2023.

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  • In accordance with Listing Rule 9.6.14 easyJet announces that Moni Mannings, Non-Executive Director, has been appointed as a Non-Executive Director and Senior Independent Director designate of Land Securities Group plc with effect from 11 December 2023.
  • For further details please contact easyJet plc:

Carnival Cruise Line Selects Brenock Technology as Cruise Software Provider

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023
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Brenock Technology, LLC (Brenock), a leading provider of software applications and consulting services for marine, cruise and hospitality sectors, announced today that it has signed an agreement with Carnival Cruise Line (Carnival) to serve as its crew planning and cost management software provider.

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  • Brenock Technology, LLC (Brenock), a leading provider of software applications and consulting services for marine, cruise and hospitality sectors, announced today that it has signed an agreement with Carnival Cruise Line (Carnival) to serve as its crew planning and cost management software provider.
  • “Our vision of leveraging technology and building a scalable model aligns with Brenock’s product.
  • We’re thrilled to collaborate with Brenock to modernize critical backend operations so we can continue to elevate the Carnival Team Member experience,” said Richard Brearley, Vice President of Crew and Travel Operations with Carnival Cruise Line.
  • “We are proud to partner with a renowned cruise line such as Carnival to optimize its planning and cost management processes,” said Manus Walsh, President and Founder of Brenock Technology.

Neuron and Carnival Corporation Partner to Further Accelerate Onboard Connectivity Across its Global Fleet

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023
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Neuron , formerly ESpace Networks, and Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK), the world’s largest cruise company, today announced a partnership to accelerate onboard connectivity across Carnival Corporation’s global fleet.

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  • Neuron , formerly ESpace Networks, and Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK), the world’s largest cruise company, today announced a partnership to accelerate onboard connectivity across Carnival Corporation’s global fleet.
  • The company is using Neuron’s vendor-neutral connectivity management platform to further increase operational efficiencies and reliable internet access on its ships.
  • With Neuron, Carnival Corporation ensures that its guests and team members can take advantage of the best available connectivity, regardless of service provider.
  • Through this partnership, grounded in Neuron’s innovative underlying connectivity management technologies, Carnival Corporation has even happier guests driving higher satisfaction scores.

Holland America Line Opens Bookings for Four 2025-2026 'Legendary Voyages' Including New 28-Day Cruise to Alaska and Hawaii

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023
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SEATTLE, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line opened bookings for four "Legendary Voyages" offered in 2025 and early 2026. Ranging from 28 to 56 days, these longer cruises touch three distinct regions and all sail roundtrip or from/to a North American homeport, making it easy for travelers to visit distant destinations around the world without a long flight.

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  • SEATTLE, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line opened bookings for four " Legendary Voyages " offered in 2025 and early 2026.
  • "We're excited about the new 'Glaciers and Volcanos: Alaska to Hawaii' cruise that visits Alaska and Hawaii, two regions that are sought after but rarely offered together.
  • The four Legendary Voyages are offered on different Holland America Line ships — Nieuw Amsterdam, Volendam, Westerdam and Zaandam — providing a unique premium, mid-sized ship experience for each cruise.
  • For more information about Holland America Line, consult a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com .

Cruise Lines International Association announces the promotion of Donnie Brown to Senior Vice President of Global Maritime Policy

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the leading voice for the global cruise industry, announced the promotion of Donnie Brown to Senior Vice President, Global Maritime Policy, effective December 1, 2023.

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  • WASHINGTON, Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the leading voice for the global cruise industry, announced the promotion of Donnie Brown to Senior Vice President, Global Maritime Policy, effective December 1, 2023.
  • "Donnie has made significant contributions to CLIA and the cruise industry over the past nine years, and I am thrilled for him to now take the helm as Senior Vice President, Global Maritime Policy," said Kelly Craighead, President and CEO of CLIA.
  • Brown joined CLIA in 2014 as Director of Environmental and Health and was promoted to Vice President, Global Maritime Policy in 2017.
  • Additionally, in close consultation with the CLIA Global Committee on Marine Environment Protection, he led delegations to the International Maritime Organization, where he represented the global cruise industry during international treaty negotiations and other matters.

The Best Cruise Lines of the 2023, According to Cruise Critic

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023
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NEEDHAM, Mass., 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, as chosen by the site's international team of cruise experts.

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  • Virgin Voyages snags its second 'Best New Ship' award, Silversea Cruises named the 'Best Luxury Cruise Line,' Scenic Eclipse II receives 'Best New Expedition Ship' and Viking Cruises named 'Best River Cruise Line'
    NEEDHAM, Mass., 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, as chosen by the site's international team of cruise experts.
  • According to Cruise Critic Editors: "Resilient Lady isn't first in class, but it might be the best.
  • According to Cruise Critic Editors: "With its endless dedication to kids, Disney Cruise Line breezes to the top of the pack when it comes to the family cruise experience.
  • American Cruise Lines' American Serenade received the honor for Best New River Cruise Ship, becoming the first American vessel to receive the award from Cruise Critic.