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Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings donates $50K to Hawaii flood relief

wpdesigns — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 17:10:10 +0000

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings announced a $50,000 donation to support communities impacted by recent severe flooding across Hawaii, including $25,000 each to the Lāhui Foundation and the North Shore Chamber of Commerce, two organizations leading critical relief and recovery efforts.

NCLH’s donation will directly support immediate relief needs, including food distribution, cleanup efforts and assistance for displaced families, while also contributing to long-term community recovery and resilience.

Facing immense challenges

“These communities are facing immense challenges in the aftermath of these historic floods,” said Dan Farkas, EVP and general counsel, NCLH. “Supporting the communities we visit is central to our ‘Sail & Sustain’ program and our broader commitment to creating lasting value in the destinations we serve. We are focused on doing our part to help our partners and neighbors recover, rebuild and emerge stronger.”

Back-to-back Kona low storms brought unprecedented rainfall, triggering the worst flooding in more than 20 years and causing devastating damage across Oʻahu and Maui. The North Shore of Oʻahu was among the hardest-hit regions, where floodwaters displaced families, damaged homes and farms, and prompted thousands of evacuations and emergency rescues.

Grassroots relief efforts

The Lāhui Foundation has been at the forefront of grassroots relief efforts, coordinating volunteer support, distributing essential supplies and funding community-led recovery initiatives across impacted areas. The North Shore Chamber of Commerce is working closely with local businesses and residents to restore economic activity and provide resources to those affected.

Both organizations expressed gratitude to NCLH for their support.

Weather-diverted Valiant Lady starts Port Saint John’s season early

wpdesigns — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 19:22:20 +0000

Port Saint John is gearing up for the maiden arrival of Virgin Voyages’ Valiant Lady on Wednesday due to a weather-diverted itinerary, originally bound for Bermuda.

This makes an early start for the port’s cruise season, which was scheduled to begin June 20.

Rain and blustery showers with strong winds are forecast mid-week in Bermuda.

New York roundtrip

The sister of familiar caller Brilliant Lady is scheduled to arrive early morning April 8 at Saint John’s Diamond Jubilee Cruise Terminal after sailing north from New York City on Monday. The five-night roundtrip is due back in New York April 11.

Rolling out the welcome mat

The Port Saint John community and broader tourism ecosystem have come together to roll out the welcome mat for Valiant Lady, aiming to provide a memorable and positive visit for the 2,000 or so passengers.

“Our ability to embrace opportunities like this on short notice speaks to the strength of our port and tourism ecosystems, as we come together collectively to ensure every call is a success,” said Natalie Allaby, director of cruise excellence at Port Saint John.

“We’re proud to welcome Valiant Lady and her sailors, and show them the very best of what Saint John has to offer.”

Returning in September

Valiant Lady will complete its Bay of Fundy debut when it departs in the early hours of Thursday, and is scheduled to return to Port Saint John in September.

Carnival’s Celebration Key certified sensory-inclusive

wpdesigns — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 19:13:13 +0000

Carnival Cruise Line’s Celebration Key in Grand Bahama became the first cruise destination to earn KultureCity’s sensory inclusion certification.

This was announced during World Autism Acceptance Month. On April 3, a sensory room pop-up at Celebration Key lets guests can experience a calm, controlled environment designed to help with sensory regulation.

The pop-up sensitivity room, available April 3 at Celebration Key PHOTO: CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE

More than 2m cruisers visit Celebration Key

With more than 2m cruisers visiting Celebration Key, Carnival said its certification highlights a commitment to making every guest’s experience inclusive and fun, including families with sensory needs.

For the last six years, Carnival has partnered with KultureCity, a leading nonprofit organization that creates sensory-inclusive spaces for individuals with invisible disabilities such as autism, dementia, PTSD and sensory processing disorders. KultureCity is recognized worldwide for certifying venues to better serve individuals with these sensitivities.

400 team members trained

At Celebration Key, more than 400 guest-facing workers have been trained to help visitors with sensory needs navigate the destination and have fun. Free sensory bags with noise-reducing headphones, fidget tools and glasses with filters to block out strobe and bright lights are also now available. The bags include a VIP lanyard with a headphone logo and light bulb symbol to discreetly signal to Carnival team members that the guest may require additional support or accommodations, as well as a feelings thermometer that allows non-verbal guests to point and communicate their emotions.

Shipboard and reservations training

Other Carnival efforts implemented in partnership with KultureCity include training shipboard staff and shoreside call center representatives who interact with guests during the booking process.

UN Tourism Presents “Tourism Doing Business: Investing in Lithuania” During High-Level Visit to Madrid

wpdesigns — Sat, 28 Feb 2026 18:22:16 +0000

With UN Tourism Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili, the Vice-Minister also reviewed progress under the Action Plan for Cooperation for the 2025–2027 Triennium. The Action Plan advances shared priorities in marketing and promotion, education and internships, innovation challenges, technology webinars, destination management, and investment promotion.

Secretary-General Pololikashvili said: “Tourism is a powerful driver of inclusive and sustainable growth, and Lithuania has made remarkable progress in positioning the sector as a pillar of national development. At a time when investors seek stable and forward-looking destinations, Lithuania stands out for its strategic governance and open investment climate. This publication highlights the country’s growing opportunities, and I invite the global tourism community to explore them as we work together toward a more sustainable and competitive future for the sector.”

Tourism is a powerful driver of inclusive and sustainable growth, and Lithuania has made remarkable progress in positioning the sector as a pillar of national development

Lithuania’s Tourism Potential Highlighted

Tourism Doing Business – Investing in Lithuania provides a comprehensive overview of Lithuania’s dynamic tourism landscape. It emphasizes how the country’s solid institutions, advanced digital infrastructure, and stable policy environment have created a strong foundation for investors seeking long-term, sustainable opportunities. The publication also showcases Lithuania’s diverse tourism offer, spanning cultural heritage, wellness, nature-based experiences, and innovation-driven products that attract both regional and international visitors.

Its final chapter identifies concrete investment opportunities across the country, including emerging niches such as wellness tourism, rural tourism, MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) and sustainable accommodation. The report features 14 public, private and mixed projects with a combined potential value of up to EUR 692.2 million and serves as a call to action for investors to engage with national institutions and tap into Lithuania’s expanding tourism potential.

Strengthening Collaboration and Looking Ahead

Lithuania is an active and valued Member of UN Tourism, contributing significantly to the Organization’s governance and strategic direction. The country currently serves as Vice-President of the General Assembly (2025), is a Member of the Executive Council (2023–2027), Vice-Chair of the Commission for Europe (2023–2027), and a Member of the Working Group for the Agenda for Europe (2025–2027). This level of engagement reflects Lithuania’s commitment to advancing tourism as a driver of sustainable development and innovation.

Vice-Minister Burokienė said: “Lithuania is honored to see our tourism sector recognized by UN Tourism as a pillar of sustainable growth and innovation. The Tourism Doing Business: Investing in Lithuania guidelines showcase not only our diverse cultural and natural heritage, but also our readiness to welcome responsible investment that strengthens communities and creates long-term value.

With projects worth nearly €700 million, Lithuania is opening new doors for investors who share our vision of sustainability and innovation. We warmly invite the global tourism community to partner with us in building a competitive, resilient, and inspiring tourism sector for the future.”

Looking ahead, Lithuania and UN Tourism will further strengthen their partnership with the launch of the Startup Challenge “Discover Lithuania”, to be unveiled during the International Tourism Forum: “Designing Travel – What’s Next in 2026?” in Vilnius on 29 January 2026. The initiative will encourage bold, tech-driven solutions that enhance the visitor experience while supporting sustainability and competitiveness.

Tourism Advances Climate Action at COP30 with Stronger Governance and Adaptation Focus

wpdesigns — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 18:18:05 +0000

Following its recognition in the COP29 Action Agenda, tourism again featured prominently, with discussions centred on strengthening governance through UN Tourism’s Interinstitutional Working Group on Tourism and Climate Action. Accelerating the implementation of the Glasgow Declaration Initiative on Climate Action in Tourism, which operates under the umbrella of the One Planet Sustainable Tourism Programme in collaboration with UNEP, was also a cross-cutting element to the discussions.

UN Tourism Executive Director Zoritsa Urosevic said: “Climate change is now one of the defining forces influencing the future of tourism, requiring faster advances in decarbonization, adaptation and regeneration, but most importantly investment required for the Net Zero transition. Our sector must align climate action with innovative approaches to strengthen resilience and ensure tourism’s competitiveness in the decades ahead.”

Tourism Consolidated Positioning as Climate Solution

A key milestone was the inclusion of a Plan for Accelerated Solutions (PAS) for the tourism sector under the UNFCCC High-Level Climate Champions, supporting a unified approach to measurement, mitigation and adaptation, with particular emphasis on stewarding forests, oceans and biodiversity.

“The Plan for Accelerated Solutions builds on Brazil’s achievements in tourism GHG emissions measurement and sectoral adaptation planning, with support from the Inter-American Development Bank, as well as on countries’ priorities voiced through the Inaugural Meeting of the Interinstitutional Working Group on Tourism and Climate Action. It gives us an opportunity to scale local solutions into global pathways for tourism’s transformation”, said Ana Carla Lopes, Vice Minister of Tourism of Brazil

The PAS aims to support the development a Global Partnership for Enhanced Climate Action in Tourism to scale up solutions and access to finance – a mechanism stemming from the COP29 Declaration on Enhanced Climate Action in Tourism, which was endorsed by 70 governments, under the leadership of the State Tourism Agency of Azerbaijan.

Advancing Adaptation and Innovation as Priorities

COP30 placed strong emphasis on adaptation, with sessions exploring how destinations can integrate climate-risk data and adaptation measures into tourism planning, and strengthen the governance needed to guide implementation. The inclusion of tourism within national adaptation processes, community-led adaptation, nature-based solutions and the circularity of plastics, water and food were echoed as strategic measures with potential to support the Global Goal on Climate Adaptation.

Participants also explored pathways to accelerate alternative fuels, scale reforestation, restore corals, pilot blue carbon projects and unlock innovative blended-finance mechanisms to crowd in private investment for low-carbon and climate-resilient tourism projects.

UN Tourism and the Ministry of Tourism of Brazil launched a public call to advance “Regenerative Approaches to Climate Action in Tourism” through the participatory development of a briefing paper with the objective to drive a more holistic approach to climate action in tourism that enhances ecosystem health and community well-being, and strengthen the nexus across climate and biodiversity agendas.

Global Stakeholder Participation Strengthened

In the spirit of the global mutirão, the Tourism Thematic Days on site were complemented by the Global Sessions on Climate Action in Tourism, organized with Travalyst and The Travel Foundation in collaboration with UN Tourism. These sessions ensured wide international participation and the exchange of solutions from all regions.

A special signing ceremony of the Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action in Tourism welcomed new signatories, including the iconic Christ the Redeemer Sanctuary in Rio de Janeiro, further broadening the global community committed to climate-aligned tourism pathways.

Royal caribbean’s first royal beach club is now available for booking

Press Room Team — Thu, 03 Jul 2025 19:30:26 +0000

Royal Beach Club Paradise Island will offer an all-inclusive beach day in the Bahamas in December 2025.

MIAMI, July, 2025 – Vacationers can officially add the ultimate beach day to their bucket list as Royal Caribbean has opened bookings for the first-of-its-kind beach club experience in the Bahamas . Combining the vibrant culture and beauty of the Bahamas with Royal Caribbean’s signature style, Royal Beach Club Paradise Island * will redefine the ultimate beach day with all-inclusive experiences for every taste . Beginning today, vacationers booked for cruises visiting Nassau beginning in late December 2025 can purchase their all-inclusive day passes on the Royal Caribbean website ahead of the destination’s highly anticipated debut in December 2025 .

From the moment they arrive in paradise, vacationers will feel the spirit of the Bahamas as they create their ideal beach day through a combination of family-friendly, relaxing and festive experiences . Guests can soak up the sun on two pristine beaches and three pools , from the laid-back vibe of The Deep End Pool to DJ music at The Floating Flamingo , the world’s largest swim-up bar . At the Beach Club, vacationers can refuel with island fare at three beach restaurants and 10 bars , and immerse themselves in Bahamian culture with live music, entertainment, local craft shops and more. Everything else is included like round-trip water transportation, family-friendly beach games, Wi-Fi, umbrellas and lounge chairs, lockers and towels.

Vacationers can choose from a selection of all-inclusive day passes ** with access to Royal Beach Club Paradise Island experiences and amenities. Day pass options include:

One-day pass with unlimited open bar and food, starting at $169.99 for guests 21 and older.
One-day pass with non-alcoholic beverages and food included, starting at $129.99 for guests ages 13 and older; $109.99 for guests ages 4 to 12; and free for guests ages 3 and younger.

For an elevated experience, guests can save on select experiences and combine their day pass with an onboard beverage package or bundle it with exclusive destination experiences at the vacation brand’s top-rated destination, Perfect Day at CocoCay .

Adventurers have more ways to take their beach day to the next level at Royal Beach Club Paradise Island with special amenities:

Families can maximize memories in the Ultimate Family Cabana , the vacation brand’s first multi-level cabana. This private, two-story retreat features a variety of premium experiences for every family member, including an exciting waterslide, a frozen drink machine, Ultimate Family Cabana attendant service, and more.
For those looking to take relaxation to a whole new level, both the beach and pool cabanas offer a group upgrade, which includes personal attendant service, enhanced amenities, as well as daybeds with dedicated beverage service, an umbrella, storage space, and towels.
To keep the party atmosphere going all day long, adventurers can reserve the east or west side of The Party Deck , located on the second floor of The Floating Flamingo. The private poolside space for up to 12 guests includes exclusive food and beverage service and unique poolside amenities, as well as incredible ocean views and DJ beats throughout the day.

Whether it’s family time, relaxation, or partying, vacationers can find it all at Royal Beach Club Paradise Island beginning in December 2025 on six-city vacations . There are more ways to visit Nassau on a variety of cruises, including a full brand experience from start to finish with Royal Caribbean on Utopia of the Seas . Royal Beach Club Paradise Island is the next in the vacation brand’s growing line of destinations, which includes Royal Beach Club Cozumel in 2026, Lelepa in early 2027, and Perfect Day Mexico in fall 2027.

For more information about Royal Beach Club Paradise Island and day pass options, guests can visit the Royal Caribbean website.

*EDITOR’S NOTE: Additional assets and information about Royal Beach Club Paradise Island can be found at www.royalcaribbeanpresscenter.com/royalbeachclubpi/.

**Prices are valid through July 31, 2025, apply to select cruises, and are subject to availability.

About Royal Caribbean
Royal Caribbean , part of Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL), has been delivering memorable vacations for more than 50 years. The cruise line’s groundbreaking ships and signature destinations revolutionize vacations with innovations and a comprehensive mix of experiences—from thrills to dining and entertainment—for all types of families and vacationers. Voted «Best Overall Cruise Line» for 22 consecutive years in the Travel Weekly Readers’ Choice Awards, Royal Caribbean creates memories with adventurers in more than 300 destinations in 80 countries across seven continents, including the line’s highest-rated signature destination, Perfect Day at CocoCay in the Bahamas.

Sustainable Travel: Tourists are responsible for counteracting environmental impacts

Press Room Team — Sun, 09 Jun 2024 22:45:57 +0000

The 2024 Sustainable Travel Report presented annually by Booking.com is a sustained effort towards generating environmental awareness and sustainability. Data on the environmental impact of travel and strategies to mitigate its effects allow us to delve into the perceptions and attitudes that shape the sustainable travel practices of the Argentine travel community.

In this sense, and on the occasion of World Environment Day (June 5), Booking.com, whose mission is to make discovering the world easier for everyone, presents some insights and possible solutions to counteract the environmental impact of travel.

Perceptions of the Environmental Impact of Travel

Travelers are increasingly recognizing the multifaceted impact of travel in several aspects:

71% of Argentines recognize its impact on local economies, showing a growing awareness of the economic ramifications of tourism.

55% recognize the impact on the natural environment, highlighting concerns about the preservation of ecosystems and biodiversity.

60% identify the impact on local communities, indicating a recognition of the social and cultural implications.

Additionally, a significant portion of respondents in Argentina (60%) express personal concern regarding the environmental impacts of travel, highlighting a widespread awareness of sustainability issues within the travel industry. However, optimism remains somewhat moderate, with only 44% feeling optimistic about the potential for positive environmental impacts from travel.

Potential to Counter Travel Impacts

Perceptions on potential strategies to mitigate the environmental impacts of travel reveal varied perspectives:

40% of Argentines believe that airlines and hotels have the greatest potential to counteract these impacts, suggesting a recognition of the role of industry players in driving sustainability initiatives.

Meanwhile, 45% attribute this potential to individual travelers, emphasizing the importance of responsible travel behaviors and consumer choices.

Surprisingly, only 18% perceive major travel platforms as significant agents in addressing environmental concerns related to travel and tourism, indicating a potential gap in public perception about the role of online travel services in the promotion of sustainability.

“These findings highlight the importance of sustainable practices in the travel industry and the need for collaborative efforts to address environmental challenges,” said Jimena Gutierrez, general manager of Booking.com for Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay. “As stakeholders continue to prioritize sustainability, initiatives aimed at promoting responsible travel behaviors and supporting accommodations that go the extra mile to comply are essential to foster a more sustainable future for global tourism.” Jimena concluded.

MarketHub Americas: Impact of Generation Z, full recovery and main destinations in the US and LATAM

Press Room Team — Sun, 09 Jun 2024 22:44:23 +0000

Among the highlights were the opinions of the group’s main managers, as well as sector experts, who showed the evolution of the travel sector landscape, with special attention to the dynamics of the regional market.

Nicolas Huss, CEO of HBX Group, opened the event by talking about the growing influence of Generation Z on travel trends: “Generation Z travelers are reshaping the industry with their preference for last-minute bookings and package deals. tourist. However, their brand loyalty remains relatively low,” said Huss. “Importantly, sustainability is non-negotiable for them, which significantly influences their travel choices.”

Lauren Atlass, VP Commercial for North America, and Gisela Blok, VP Commercial for Latin America, reported a notable increase in interest in travel, with HBX Group recording a 25% increase in searches, amounting to 5.6 billion daily searches. Among the five fastest growing destinations for Latin American travelers are Hong Kong, Shanghai, Joao Pessoa, Curaçao and Salvador de Bahia. For their part, North American travelers are more interested in Mazatlán, Zurich, Barbados, Sorrento and Tokyo.

Increase in domestic travel and last-minute vacations in the Americas

MarketHub Americas stands out as one of the most important events of the year for HBX Group, highlighting the changes and opportunities in the US and Latin American travel markets.

According to HBX Group data, Mexico is emerging as the main destination and origin market in LATAM. Brazil, which registers the most significant growth in the region, follows as the second most popular destination, and the Dominican Republic as third. The increase in internal travel within Mexico and Brazil is also one of the highlights of the region. It should be noted that the average stay in LATAM is 3.3 nights, reflecting the region’s attractiveness for longer vacations.

In North America, New York remains the top destination, attracting both domestic and international travelers. Las Vegas and Miami follow. Domestic travel dominates the US market, showing an upward trend compared to the previous year. Travelers to this region prefer shorter trips, with an average stay of 2.4 nights. This average has recently fallen to 2.1 nights, driven by the increase in domestic travel, where quick getaways and short vacations are more common.

It is worth highlighting the substantial increase in last-minute bookings in North America, especially in the last four weeks. This increase is mainly due to the expansion of the national market, where travelers are increasingly making more spontaneous travel decisions. The highest levels of bookings in North America are seen between August and September, indicating a peak travel period in late summer.

Carnival Corporation Honored with Three Prestigious ESG Shipping Awards for 2024

Press Room Team — Fri, 24 May 2024 03:00:24 +0000

MIAMI, Florida. May 23, 2024.- Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK), the world’s largest cruise company and its AIDA Cruises line were honored with three ESG Shipping Awards for environmental excellence at an international ceremony in Athens, Greece this week.

The ESG Shipping Awards International 2024, the world’s inaugural event of its kind, was established in partnership with the Ministry of Shipping and the Hellenic Chamber of Shipping. Awards were presented in 11 categories to recognize companies in the global shipping industry that demonstrate innovation and exceptional commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices.

“We’re committed to leading the way in sustainable cruising and are incredibly proud to be recognized for the remarkable progress we’ve made toward cutting greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and reducing food waste across every aspect of our operation,” said Bill Burke, chief maritime officer. “The programs honored in the ESG Shipping Awards are just three of countless examples of decisive actions we’re taking to shrink our environmental footprint and pursue net zero GHG emission by 2050.”

Carnival Corporation and AIDA Cruises were recognized in the following categories:

Gold Climate Change Leader Award:

Carnival Corporation received top honors for its Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) program, a fuel technology it pioneered within the cruise industry as the best readily available fuel to deliver immediate GHG reductions. The 10 LNG-capable ships Carnival Corporation currently has in operation, in addition to three more expected for delivery, will collectively represent approximately 25% of its total fleet capacity by 2028 and are adaptable for renewable fuels when they become widely available. By investing in LNG powered ships and taking other decisive climate actions, the company is producing 10+% less total GHG emissions today than 2011, its peak historical year.

Gold Technology Leader Award:

AIDA Cruises was recognized for having onboard AIDAprima the largest lithium-ion battery energy storage system in passenger shipping, with a capacity of 10-megawatt hours. Installed in 2022 and extensively tested in 2023, this innovative technology can be used to supply energy to the ship and allows it to operate in a net-zero emission mode for limited periods of time. This next-generation battery storage system is just one example of AIDA’s important efforts to reduce GHG emissions across its fleet.

Bronze Environment Leader Award:

Carnival Corporation was also awarded for its aggressive food waste reduction actions to minimize unused food across every aspect of food preparation and dining services onboard. This includes investments in innovative food waste management technologies such as biodigesters and dehydrators that naturally break down and responsibly dispose of unused food. Together, these strategies help reduce the company’s “foodprint,” delivering a 40+% reduction in food waste per person relative to its 2019 baseline. This performance surpasses the company’s 2025 goal, building increased momentum toward its 50% reduction target set for 2030.

Collectively, these recognitions underscore Carnival Corporation’s commitment to sustainability leadership and to reducing the company’s environmental impact. For more information on the company’s long-term sustainability vision and progress under its six focus areas – climate action; circular economy; sustainable tourism; good health and well-being; diversity, equity and inclusion; and biodiversity and conservation – visit Carnival Corporation’s dedicated report website, www.CarnivalSustainability.com.

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About Carnival Corporation & plc
Carnival Corporation & plc is the largest global cruise company, and among the largest leisure travel companies, with a portfolio of world-class cruise lines – AIDA Cruises, Carnival Cruise Line, Costa Cruises, Cunard, Holland America Line, P&O Cruises (Australia), P&O Cruises (UK), Princess Cruises, and Seabourn.

Additional information can be found on www.carnivalcorp.com, www.aida.de, www.carnival.com, www.costacruise.com, www.cunard.com, www.hollandamerica.com, www.pocruises.com.au, www.pocruises.com, www.princess.com, and www.seabourn.com.

For information on Carnival Corporation’s industry-leading sustainability initiatives, visit www.carnivalsustainability.com.

Carnival Corporation sets new standards for journey and environmental planning, leveraging automation to streamline passage planning, support compliance excellence

Press Room Team — Thu, 02 May 2024 12:38:58 +0000

MIAMI (May, 2024) –Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK), the world’s largest cruise company, today announced it has completed the fleetwide rollout of LR OneOcean’s EnviroManager+ software – the most comprehensive and data-rich implementation of the LR OneOcean platform to date – setting a new standard for maritime journey and environmental planning. The system will deliver efficiencies in passage planning and support voyage compliance excellence with all relevant international, regional, national, and local environmental regulations.

The EnviroManager+ system was jointly developed by Carnival Corporation and LR OneOcean during an intensive five-year collaboration involving senior maritime officials, shipboard crew members, company and industry environmental experts, regulatory compliance leaders, and technology innovators. Together the team created the most encompassing, data-intensive adaptation of the LR OneOcean platform to date designed to give shipboard crews improved, automated, and intuitive tools to support passage and environmental planning, as well as enable enhanced environmental requirement monitoring during voyages.

Carnival Corporation’s nine world-class cruise lines and 90-plus ships sail all over the world, making more than 22,000 port calls each year to over 800 destinations, each with potentially different environmental regulations governing vessel operations. Rigorous requirements on air emissions, purified water release, and many others, can vary considerably on a day-to-day or even hour-by-hour basis depending on a vessel’s location and onboard equipment. As a result, it is important for crews to have ongoing, easy access to detailed information regarding all environmental requirements affecting each specific area traveled along a cruise ship’s itinerary.

EnviroManager+ provides this by visualising the precise boundaries of over 500 environmentally regulated zones worldwide via an intuitive, user-friendly interface. This data is overlaid with the many more restrictive, industry and Carnival Corporation-specific environmental policies to represent a complete view of the full scope of all environmental rules and regulations, regardless of governing body or jurisdiction. Updates to all policies and regulations are routinely and automatically shared with the fleet via a shore-to-ship data service within the LR OneOcean digital platform, which also automatically sends approved passage plans ashore for easy access to shoreside personnel.

The application accelerates and simplifies voyage planning by arming ships’ officers with easy-to-use digital planning tools, including automatic route generation capabilities, to plan voyages and environmental operations. It also automatically validates the accuracy and permissibility of planned operations and navigational routes, delivering actionable intelligence to assist decision-making, reduce risk, and ensure continuous compliance throughout every voyage. Meanwhile, both shoreside and onboard personnel have access to regulatory information that can be monitored in real-time against each vessel’s position, speed, and planned route.

John Haeflinger, Senior VP, Sustainability and Maritime Policy at Carnival Corporation, said:“Complying with environmental regulations is a top priority, and it is a real challenge for the cruise industry, as regulations and requirements constantly evolve and become more complex. As an industry leader proactively engaged in marine stewardship, we need to be confident that our operations meet all environmental requirements, including our own policies, which are often more restrictive. Given our longstanding engagement and collaboration on this project, LR OneOcean EnviroManager+ now gives us that confidence. I am convinced that the LR OneOcean product suite is the most comprehensive and complete maritime environmental regulatory database on the market today that is integrated with an automated passage plan solution for oceangoing vessels. I invite all other oceangoing ship operators committed to environmental compliance to consider giving it a try, because together we can build on the software’s capabilities for the greater good.”

Martin Penney, CEO, LR OneOcean said: “We are delighted to have partnered with Carnival Corporation in the successful adoption of EnviroManager+ across its fleet and support their journey to efficient environmental compliance management. Navigating the complex, rapidly changing regulatory landscape is a growing challenge in shipping. Operators, like Carnival Corporation, often cruise in areas of ecological significance and know how important staying environmentally compliant is to their guests. We applaud Carnival Corporation’s commitment to its ship- and shore-based team members, providing them with software to ensure environmental compliance in their passage planning and execution.”

More information: https://www.oneocean.com/insights/case-study-carnival-corporation

About Lloyd’s Register OneOcean

Lloyd’s Register OneOcean is the digital solutions platform providing actionable intelligence to maritime professionals worldwide.

As an integral part of Lloyd’s Register, we exist to create a seamless connection between each and every vessel and voyage, stakeholder, and supply chain to truly unite the digital journey between ship and shore.

Our easy-to-use, secure platform brings market-leading compliance, management, and performance software together to help shipowners, operators, charterers, and crew drive stronger growth and efficiency in a safe, sustainable way.

With years of global maritime expertise, innovation, and experience across 22,000 vessels, we aim to be the most trusted digital platform for enhancing people, profits, and the planet.

About Carnival Corporation & plc

Carnival Corporation & plc is the largest global cruise company, and among the largest leisure travel companies, with a portfolio of world-class cruise lines – AIDA Cruises, Carnival Cruise Line, Costa Cruises, Cunard, Holland America Line, P&O Cruises (Australia), P&O Cruises (UK), Princess Cruises, and Seabourn.