Onboard experience

The world’s ocean, expedition and river cruise lines must evolve constantly to ensure they can meet the demands and expectations of their guests, ports and destinations and regulatory bodies. From ordering new cruise ships, to refitting and upgrading existing vessels, and creating new onboard and onshore experiences, the cruise lines always have news to share.

Antti Marine’s intelligent doors are unlocking better guest experiences

Antti Marine’s intelligent doors are unlocking better guest experiences

Antti Marine

By Alice Chambers | 20 November 2023

Antti Marine’s Markko Takkinen explains to Alice Chambers why an e-hinge is an easier and safer alternative to provide ethernet connection for cabin doors

Markko Takkinen explains how a door with an e-hinge helps to increase cabin safety

How greenery transforms ship interiors

How greenery transforms ship interiors

Dauerflora

By Laura Hyde | 17 November 2023

Dauerflora’s plants, flowers and decorations can help cruise brands to incorporate biophilic design concepts onboard their ships, says CEO Barbara Bressem

Dauerflora’s eco-friendly greenery concepts improve guest wellbeing

Why custom flooring is key for passenger ships

Why custom flooring is key for passenger ships

Forbo Flooring Systems

By Laura Hyde | 13 November 2023

Forbo Flooring Systems’ Jemma Masters tells Laura Hyde why flooring design is key when it comes to creating great-looking, functional interior spaces onboard marine vessels

Jemma Masters discusses Forbo Flooring Systems’ flooring solutions

A grand ol’ time: creating an authentic Irish pub on Enchanted Princess

A grand ol’ time: creating an authentic Irish pub on Enchanted Princess

Bourne Group

By Laura Hyde | 10 November 2023

Mara Davis tells Laura Hyde how Bourne Group blended old and new manufacturing techniques for O’Malley’s on the Princess Cruises ship

Mara Davis describes how Bourne Group blended old and new manufacturing techniques

Transforming interiors with sustainable flooring solutions

Transforming interiors with sustainable flooring solutions

Ege Carpets 

By Mette Frydensbjerg Jacobsen | 07 November 2023

Mette Frydensbjerg Jacobsen provides an insight into the products and services provided by Danish firm Ege Carpets

Danish firm Ege Carpets provides insight into its range of tailor-made carpets

A relaxing reimagining for Crystal Cruises

A relaxing reimagining for Crystal Cruises
By Alex Smith | 25 October 2023

Iina Forsblom speaks with Alex Smith about Tillberg Design of Sweden's transformation of Crystal Cruises' new spa area

Iina Forsblom discusses Tillberg Design of Sweden’s transformation of Crystal Cruises’ new spa area

Cruise and design executives to lead CSI Design Expo Europe sessions

Cruise and design executives to lead CSI Design Expo Europe sessions

Cruise Ship Interiors Design Expo

By Rebecca Gibson | 13 October 2023

Panel discussions to focus on finding design inspiration and creating expedition ship interiors

Full programme unveiled for London’s Sustainable Design Summit

Full programme unveiled for London’s Sustainable Design Summit

Sustainable Design Summit 

By Laura Hyde | 22 September 2023

The November event aims to offer practical solutions for making sustainable choices easier 

Disney Treasure scheduled to set sail in December 2024

Disney Treasure scheduled to set sail in December 2024

Disney Cruise Lines

By Laura Hyde | 05 September 2023

Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship features an Agrabah-inspired Grand Hall and new Periscope Pub

MJM Marine to outfit public spaces onboard Utopia of the Seas

MJM Marine to outfit public spaces onboard Utopia of the Seas

Royal Caribbean International

By Laura Hyde | 07 August 2023

The Royal Caribbean International ship is due to debut in spring 2024

Embark on a journey to circular hospitality at the ILM Summit

Embark on a journey to circular hospitality at the ILM Summit

Transcend Cruises

By Susan Sadolin | 04 August 2023

Susan Sadolin of Innovation Lounges Marketplace shares what delegates can expect during the exclusive event, which will be hosted during a Rhine cruise from 30 October to 3 November 2023

Exclusive event will be hosted during a Rhine cruise from 30 October to 3 November 2023

Norwegian Joy to be refurbished in 2024

Norwegian Joy to be refurbished in 2024

Norwegian Cruise Line

By Laura Hyde | 24 July 2023

Norwegian Cruise Line plans to include a new Thermal Suite spa and redesigned accommodation

How cruise lines can capitalise on competitive socialising

How cruise lines can capitalise on competitive socialising

Greenspan Projects

By Alice Chambers | 21 July 2023

Greenspan Projects discusses what makes onboard entertainment venues fun and safe

How Decon is delivering on demanding expectations

How Decon is delivering on demanding expectations

Decon

By Alex Smith | 19 July 2023

Decon’s Alexandra Tsapatsari explains to Alex Smith how the marine interior outfitting firm is able to carry out complex constructions that match the vision of its clients

Alexandra Tsapatsari explains how the firm is matching the ambitious vision of its clients

P&O Pioneer represents the future of ferry travel

P&O Pioneer represents the future of ferry travel

P&O Ferries

By Richard Humphreys | 17 July 2023

P&O Ferries’ new Fusion-class ship will enter service later this year, serving the Dover to Calais route between England and France

P&O Ferries’ new Fusion-class ship will enter service later this year 

Seabourn collaborates with Tihany Design on newest expedition ship

Seabourn collaborates with Tihany Design on newest expedition ship

Seabourn

By Laura Hyde | 14 July 2023

Firm designed opulent oceanfront accommodation for Seabourn Pursuit, launching this summer 

How Cita Design creates satisfying and enduring spaces

How Cita Design creates satisfying and enduring spaces

Cita Design

By Alice Chambers | 14 July 2023

Coşkun Çin and Aras Karul discuss how they develop appealing yet functional designs

Coşkun Çin and Aras Karul discuss how they develop appealing yet functional designs 

Why Gudbrandsdalens Uldvarefabrik favours nature’s high-tech material

Why Gudbrandsdalens Uldvarefabrik favours nature’s high-tech material

Gudbrandsdalens Uldvarefabrik

By Alex Smith | 12 July 2023

Anita Tonnessen and Ragnhild Nordhagen of Gudbrandsdalens Uldvarefabrik discuss why the unique qualities of wool make it advantageous for fabrics used in onboard interiors

The unique qualities of wool make it advantageous for fabrics used in cruise interiors

Crafting customised experiences with Robos Contract Furniture

Crafting customised experiences with Robos Contract Furniture

Robos Contract Furniture

By Sasha Bosch | 11 July 2023

Sascha Bosch discusses how Robos is using its expertise to customise its products and create furniture that matches the vision of cruise ship interior designers

Sascha Bosch discusses how Robos is using its expertise to customise its products

Interior view: Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ Seven Seas Grandeur

Interior view: Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ Seven Seas Grandeur
By Alex Smith | 10 July 2023

Alex Smith talks with Andrea DeMarco of Regent Seven Seas Cruises and Greg Walton of Studio DADO about how the cruise line’s latest ship will continue its legacy of luxury

Regent’s Andrea DeMarco and Studio DADO’s Greg Walton discuss the cruise line’s latest luxury ship