Interviews

Anna Silvesjö explains how the design firm translates brands into experiences that guests can connect with

Ala Tashkandi of AROYA Cruises tells Rebecca Gibson how Saudi Arabia’s first homegrown cruise brand is expanding to new markets

Truscello discusses how the cruise line uses data, guest feedback and operational planning to create voyages that balance destination appeal, sustainability and commercial performance

The president and CEO of the two brands discusses fleet investment, service growth and putting safety first

Wightlink’s Katy Taylor speaks with Rebecca Gibson about the changes she has overseen to the ferry operator’s services over the past two years

Mary Ann Pastrana reflects on fleet modernisation, workforce investment and her role on the Interferry board ahead of its 50th anniversary conference

Carnival Cruise Line’s president discusses the brand’s Ace-class ships, the next-generation Carnival Destiny and its ongoing investment in its fleet, destinations and evolving guest experience

CEO Gebhard Rainer shares his plans to build on 130 years of heritage to steer the newly independent brand towards a more experience-focused future

Chairperson Supapan Pichaironarongsongkram discusses why the company is prioritising commuter reliability

David Fredericks explains why Century Cruises is introducing its own luxury product to European waters after decades operating river cruise vessels in the region for other brands

The association’s CEO looks back on key achievements and discusses future priorities, as Interferry gears up to celebrate its 50th anniversary

Bud Darr discusses why stronger partnerships between cruise lines and ports will be key to managing the growing pressures on destinations and local communities

Expedition Cruise Network’s CEO and co-founder discusses how the organisation is working with cruise operators, travel advisors and a new adventure travel partner to drive the responsible growth of the sector

Las Palmas has built a new cruise terminal, increased its operational capabilities and will soon host Seatrade Cruise Med. Global Ports Holding’s Susana Gutierrez discusses future growth

Rémi Bouysset of Oceanwide Expeditions highlights what lessons the industry can learn from the cruise line’s efforts to contain the life-threatening virus

Josh Weinstein explains how incremental improvements, disciplined growth and a relentless drive towards decarbonisation have enabled Carnival Corporation to build resilience and position itself for long-term success

The cruise line’s president explains how the brand is creating ocean travel experiences that challenge long-held industry conventions

Alfredo De Flora of Gerolamo Scorza tells Laura Hyde how the Italian outfitter is managing multiple simultaneous refurbishments projects and newbuild contracts in 2026

David McCarthy discusses the outfitter’s transformational refurbishments, financial success and industry recognition

Outfitting firm Aros Marine has rebranded as AROS. Giedrius Valainis explains to Alex Smith why this update means more clarity for clients

Cruise lines struggle to find information about the furnishings on their own vessels, but a new customer portal from Robos is changing that, as Sascha Bosch explains

Cristina Stefani discusses how the firm’s cruise collaborations demonstrate ways designers can embed circular design principles into large-scale refurbishments without compromising standards