Interviews

Bringing luxury to life onboard Explora Journeys’ Explora 1

Bringing luxury to life onboard Explora Journeys’ Explora 1

Explora Journeys

By Alex Smith | 19 September 2023

Jason Gelineau explains how Explora Journeys has gone from a blank piece of paper to debuting its first luxury ship in just three years

Jason Gelineau explains how Explora Journeys built a brand and debuted its first ship in three years

Royal Caribbean Group’s Icon of the Seas is a testbed for technology

Royal Caribbean Group’s Icon of the Seas is a testbed for technology

Royal Caribbean Group

By Susan Parker | 12 September 2023

When Icon of the Seas takes to the water in January 2024, it will be the culmination of some of the best partners and minds in the business. The vessel will also showcase innovative firsts for owners Royal Caribbean Group and for the cruise industry. Susan Parker reports

The vessel, which launches in 2024, will feature numerous innovative firsts for Royal Caribbean

How Silversea Cruises is transforming travel with immersive experiences

How Silversea Cruises is transforming travel with immersive experiences

Silversea Cruises

By Rebecca Gibson | 11 September 2023

President Barbara Muckermann tells Rebecca Gibson about the cruise line growing its fleet with innovative ships, upgrading its onboard offerings and expanding its portfolio of destinations

President Barbara Muckermann discusses the cruise line’s innovative offerings and expanding fleet

Creating sustainable onboard interiors for a first-class customer experience

Creating sustainable onboard interiors for a first-class customer experience

Wasaline M/S Aurora Botina

By Simon Johnson | 08 September 2023

Simon Johnson, director of Shipshape Consulting, asks four leading maritime interior designers about the importance of data, detailed design briefs and collaboration when it comes to creating sustainable onboard interiors that help passenger ship operators to deliver better guest experiences

Four maritime interior designers talk about what’s necessary to deliver better guest experiences

Rising to expectations for a first-class ferry experience

Rising to expectations for a first-class ferry experience
By Simon Johnson | 07 September 2023

Simon Johnson asks four ferry operators how they are continuing to deliver an excellent experience for their customers during times of change

Four ferry operators discuss how they’re continuing to deliver an excellent customer experience

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 Ege Carpet is creating flooring for the future

How Ege Carpet is creating flooring for the future
By Alex Smith | 20 July 2023

René Dupont explains to Alex Smith how Ege Carpets’ new Pure Wool products provide a more environmentally friendly option for designers without compromising on style

René Dupont explains why designers should explore the company’s new Pure Wool products

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

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 

Investing in high-quality materials and products

Investing in high-quality materials and products
By Richard Humphreys | 13 July 2023

Matt Swiergon details to Richard Humphreys the benefits that cruise lines can expect when selecting high-quality products from Beadlight

Matt Swiergon details the benefits cruise lines can expect from Beadlight 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  

Staying safe and going green with MJM Marine

Staying safe and going green with MJM Marine

MJM Marine

By Alice Chambers | 07 July 2023

MJM Marine’s Fiona Nevin discusses the outfitting firm’s new carpet and upholstery division, recent renovation projects, sustainability initiatives and a partnership with Vyv

The outfitting firm discusses sustainability initiatives and promoting health and safety onboard ships 

A rapid and efficient refit onboard Hurtigruten’s Trollfjord

A rapid and efficient refit onboard Hurtigruten’s Trollfjord

Aros Marine

By Richard Humphreys | 06 July 2023

Aros Marine successfully completed the large-scale refurbishment ahead of the Norwegian cruise line’s 130th anniversary

Aros Marine has successfully completed the large-scale refurbishment

Gerolamo Scorza add to ambience onboard Seabourn Pursuit

Gerolamo Scorza add to ambience onboard Seabourn Pursuit

DD Experience for Gerolamo Scorza

By Amber Hickman | 04 July 2023

Isadora Cordazzo talks about Gerolamo Scorza’s recent work onboard Seabourn Pursuit 

Creating a compelling story for Storylines’ Narrative

Creating a compelling story for Storylines’ Narrative

Tillberg Design of Sweden

By Alex Smith | 21 June 2023

Michal Jackiewicz of Tillberg Design of Sweden talks with Alex Smith about the firm’s design for Storylines’ residential cruise ship, Narrative 

Tillberg Design of Sweden's Michal Jackiewicz talks about the firm’s design for the ship

Interior view: Royal Caribbean International’s Icon of the Seas

Interior view: Royal Caribbean International’s Icon of the Seas
By Alice Chambers | 19 June 2023

Sascha Lang tells Alice Chambers about the iconic new Royal Caribbean International vessel that is breaking several first-at-sea records and more than living up to its name

Sascha Lang discusses the iconic new vessel that is breaking several first-at-sea records  

Ambassador Cruise Line: And then there were two

Ambassador Cruise Line: And then there were two
By Alice Chambers | 16 June 2023

Alice Chambers asks Ambassador Cruise Line’s Bob McGowan about the renovations that were carried out onboard the brand’s second vessel, Ambition, which debuted in May 2023

Bob McGowan discusses the renovations onboard the cruise line’s second ship, Ambition

Preparing for growth as the refurbishment market booms

Preparing for growth as the refurbishment market booms
By Alex Smith | 15 June 2023

Gabriele Maria Cafaro of Marine Interiors talks with Alex Smith about how the outfitter has optimised its working practices as demand soars

Gabriele Mario Cafaro discusses how Marine Interiors has improved processes as demand soars  

Interior view: American Cruise Lines’ American Serenade

Interior view: American Cruise Lines’ American Serenade
By Amber Hickman | 14 June 2023

Alexa Paolella discusses the spaces onboard the cruise line's newest riverboat

Costa by Carnival: when fun meets Italian architecture

Costa by Carnival: when fun meets Italian architecture

Carnival Cruise Line 

By Alice Chambers | 09 June 2023

Carnival Cruise Line’s Glen Aprile tells Alice Chambers how the interiors of Carnival Venezia and Carnival Firenze will transport guests to Italy after they have been renovated as part of the new Costa by Carnival programme

Glen Aprile explains how Carnival Venezia and Carnival Firenze will transport guests to Italy