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2024 State of the Cruise Industry Report Shows Cruise Tourism Has Surpassed Historical Levels, Demonstrates its Significant Economic Contribution and Leadership in Environmental Sustainability and Responsible Tourism

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

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WASHINGTON, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the leading voice of the global cruise community, has released its annual State of the Cruise Industry report and a new publication, Oceans of Opportunities workforce skills report.

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The annual state of the industry report includes the release of 2023 passenger volume, which reached 31.7 million— surpassing 2019 by 7%.
The report also shows continued demand for cruise holidays, noting intent to cruise at 82%.
In 2022, cruise tourism cruise generated 90% of economic impact compared to 2019, despite passenger volumes that year at 70% of 2019 levels.
Accessible tour excursions are on the rise—with 45% of cruise passengers booking an accessible tour for their most recent cruise.

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.

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.

Global Integrated Marine Automation System Market to Reach $6.8 Billion in 2027, Driven by Growing Cruise Industry Demand - By The Business Research Company

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Friday, October 6, 2023

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LONDON, Oct. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A per The Business Research Company's Integrated Marine Automation Global Market Report 2023, the integrated marine automation system market is experiencing remarkable growth, with the global market size set to increase from $4.37 billion in 2022 to $4.81 billion in 2023, marking a robust compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.1%. Furthermore, the integrated marine automation system market is poised to expand to $6.8 billion by 2027, at a CAGR of 9.0%.

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Furthermore, the integrated marine automation system market is poised to expand to $6.8 billion by 2027, at a CAGR of 9.0%.
The burgeoning demand for cruises is a pivotal factor propelling the integrated marine automation system market .
Leading companies in the integrated marine automation system market are prioritizing the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance operational efficiency.
The global integrated marine automation system market is segmented based on key factors:

Global Integrated Marine Automation System Market to Reach $6.8 Billion in 2027, Driven by Growing Cruise Industry Demand - By The Business Research Company

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Friday, October 6, 2023

LONDON, Oct. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A per The Business Research Company's Integrated Marine Automation Global Market Report 2023, the integrated marine automation system market is experiencing remarkable growth, with the global market size set to increase from $4.37 billion in 2022 to $4.81 billion in 2023, marking a robust compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.1%. Furthermore, the integrated marine automation system market is poised to expand to $6.8 billion by 2027, at a CAGR of 9.0%.

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Furthermore, the integrated marine automation system market is poised to expand to $6.8 billion by 2027, at a CAGR of 9.0%.
The burgeoning demand for cruises is a pivotal factor propelling the integrated marine automation system market .
Leading companies in the integrated marine automation system market are prioritizing the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance operational efficiency.
The global integrated marine automation system market is segmented based on key factors:

Quark Expeditions Joins CLIA Global Cruise Industry Trade Association

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

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SEATTLE, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Quark Expeditions, the global leader in polar adventures, is excited to celebrate the United Nations' World Tourism Day by announcing its new global membership in the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the world's largest cruise industry trade association.

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SEATTLE, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Quark Expeditions, the global leader in polar adventures, is excited to celebrate the United Nations' World Tourism Day by announcing its new global membership in the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the world's largest cruise industry trade association.
"We're extremely proud to be a new member of CLIA, an industry association whose values are so closely aligned with ours," said Andrew White, President of Quark Expeditions.
"CLIA supports policies and practices that foster a secure, healthy, and sustainable cruise environment, promoting positive travel experiences for guests around the world.
CLIA President and CEO, Kelly Craighead, said the addition of Quark Expeditions as a global cruise line member helps highlight the growing significance of small-ship expedition cruising within the industry.

Quark Expeditions Joins CLIA Global Cruise Industry Trade Association

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

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SEATTLE, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Quark Expeditions, the global leader in polar adventures, is excited to celebrate the United Nations' World Tourism Day by announcing its new global membership in the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the world's largest cruise industry trade association.

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SEATTLE, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Quark Expeditions, the global leader in polar adventures, is excited to celebrate the United Nations' World Tourism Day by announcing its new global membership in the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the world's largest cruise industry trade association.
"We're extremely proud to be a new member of CLIA, an industry association whose values are so closely aligned with ours," said Andrew White, President of Quark Expeditions.
"CLIA supports policies and practices that foster a secure, healthy, and sustainable cruise environment, promoting positive travel experiences for guests around the world.
CLIA President and CEO, Kelly Craighead, said the addition of Quark Expeditions as a global cruise line member helps highlight the growing significance of small-ship expedition cruising within the industry.

Jason Park Appointed to Newly Created Position of Managing Director for CLIA in North America and Senior Vice President of Global Government Affairs

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

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WASHINGTON, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the leading voice for the global cruise industry, welcomes Jason Park to the new role of Managing Director for CLIA in North America, and Senior Vice President for Global Government Affairs.

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WASHINGTON, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the leading voice for the global cruise industry, welcomes Jason Park to the new role of Managing Director for CLIA in North America, and Senior Vice President for Global Government Affairs.
In this position, Park will oversee government relations, public affairs, policy development, membership and commercial efforts in the United States and Canada, reflecting similar CLIA structures in Europe, Australasia, and South America.
"North America is the largest passenger source market for cruising and encompasses the homeports for many of cruising's most popular itineraries.
I look forward to making an impact in furthering the common interests of CLIA members in North America and in collaboration with CLIA's global team."

New environmental data report confirms step change in cruise industry uptake of new environmental technologies

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

WASHINGTON, Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the leading voice of the global cruise industry, today released its 2023 Global Cruise Industry Environmental Technologies and Practices Report, showing concrete progress by the sector in advancing its environmental and sustainability agenda.

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WASHINGTON, Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the leading voice of the global cruise industry, today released its 2023 Global Cruise Industry Environmental Technologies and Practices Report, showing concrete progress by the sector in advancing its environmental and sustainability agenda.
Examples of progress cited include the number of alternative fuels pilot programs and trials currently in place with cruise ships.
Our data shows a step change in the uptake of new environmental technologies by our cruise line members.
Already today cruise lines are building the ships of the future which will run on new, more sustainable engine technologies.

Gloria Bohan Receives CLIA's Prestigious Hall of Fame Lifetime Achievement Award

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023

FAIRFAX, Va., May 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Gloria Bohan has received Cruise Lines International Association's (CLIA's) Hall of Fame Lifetime Achievement Award. CLIA is the largest global cruise industry trade association and its annual Cruise360 Conference is the premier conference for the industry. The event, which caters to CLIA's community of over 60,000 members, was held at the Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

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FAIRFAX, Va., May 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Gloria Bohan has received Cruise Lines International Association's (CLIA's) Hall of Fame Lifetime Achievement Award.
Bohan, whose travel industry achievements are wide-ranging, is the founder of Cruise.com, one of the largest and most well-established online cruise sellers.
Gloria has been the recipient of numerous other industry awards, including Lifetime Achievement awards from Travel Weekly Magazine (2021) and ASTA (2018).
In 2011, Gloria was inducted into the Washington Business Hall of Fame and granted an additional Lifetime Achievement Award from her alma mater, Marymount Manhattan College, from which she had received an Honorary Doctorate in 2003.