Cruise & Ferry Review

05/01/2026

Max Tan offers an insight into Majestic Fast Ferry’s evolution and its approach to more environmentally sustainable operations

Read the full interview: https://www.cruiseandferry.net/articles/how-majestic-fast-ferry-is-staying-ahead-in-a-changing-market

05/01/2026

In 2026 Portsmouth International Port will host over 70 cruise calls, including visits from long-standing partners Saga Cruises, Virgin Voyages and Viking, as well as a number of new lines including Ambassador Cruise Line

Portsmouth International Port will host over 70 cruise calls in 2026, including visits from long-standing partners Saga, Virgin Voyages and Viking. The port’s 2026 cruise season, which began on 4 January with a visit from Fred. Olsen Cruise Line’s Borealis, includes three turnaround departures f...

05/01/2026

ABB to engineer and construct world’s largest shore power system at Haven Rotterdam

ABB is to engineer and construct the world’s largest shore power facility at the Port of Rotterdam in the Netherlands. Rotterdam Shore Power (RSP) is a joint venture by the Port of Rotterdam and Eneco, an international energy company headquartered in the Netherlands. It will consist of multiple in...

02/01/2026

What motivates a customer to use a particular route for a sea crossing?

In his regular column for CFR, Michael Grey encourages ferry companies to pay close attention to good service to remain top choice

What motivates the customer to use a particular route for a sea crossing? While some operators might suggest that it is mostly habit, which is difficult to change, or price, which is driven by other factors, it is useful to try and better understand the reasons. And in making this exploration, one m...

23/12/2025

CFR takes a look back at 2025 to share some of the most popular magazine articles from the past 12 months

What a year it has been for the Cruise & Ferry team, and the cruise industry as a whole.   We’ve covered a wide range of industry news on our website and social media channels throughout 2025 and published four magazines – two issues of Cruise & Ferry Review and our...

23/12/2025

The first vessel for Orient Express Sailing Yachts will follow the winds to explore the Mediterranean and Adriatic

Debuting in May 2026, Orient Express Corinthian will be the first vessel in the Orient Express Sailing Yachts fleet, carrying the storied travel brand to sea for the first time. The vessel will present a unique silhouette with three tilting, rotating masts supporting 1,500 square metres of rigid sai...

22/12/2025

Simon Johnson speaks with Stuart Reid of the Isles of Scilly Travel to find out how the operator is renewing its essential service to the English islands

England’s only archipelago, the Isles of Scilly, lies 25 miles off the southwestern tip of Cornwall. Designated as a protected National Landscape, the 145 islands are renowned for their unspoiled natural beauty, and the small community of just over 2,000 permanent residents plays host to tens of t...

19/12/2025

Aaron Russ discusses how Heritage Expeditions is contributing to climate research, species discovery and cultural preservation

Read more: https://www.cruiseandferry.net/articles/heritage-expeditions-voyages-that-advance-science

19/12/2025

The Virgin Islands Port Authority, Royal Caribbean Group and Cruise Terminals International have signed an agreement to redevelop the St. Thomas Crown Bay District in the US Virgin Islands

The Virgin Islands Port Authority (VIPA), Royal Caribbean Group and Cruise Terminals International have signed an agreement to redevelop the St. Thomas Crown Bay District in the US Virgin Islands. The redevelopment plan aims to turn Crown Bay into a “vibrant, mixed-use destination” for residents...

18/12/2025

Corvus Energy will supply battery systems for seven CMAL electric ferries, after receiving its biggest ever order from Remontowa Shipbuilding S.A.

Marine energy solution provider Corvus Energy has received an order from Remontowa Shipbuilding in Poland for the supply of battery systems to seven fully electric ferries under construction for Scottish Government-owned Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited (CMAL). Measured by value in US dollars, the...

18/12/2025

CFIP reports on the opportunities on offer at Port Marlborough, which combines a strategic location between New Zealand’s North and South Islands with outstanding natural beauty

Port Marlborough offers cruise passengers access to one of New Zealand’s most scenic harbours. The port operates two dedicated berths within Picton Harbour; Deepwater Waimahara Wharf in Shakespeare Bay accommodates vessels up to 350 metres in length, while Waitohi Wharf, adjacent to Picton’s tow...

17/12/2025

In the latest issue of Cruise & Ferry Review, Ripple Operations’ Heather Combs shares why she believes meeting the needs of crew members is a gateway to a safer, more enjoyable onboard experience for guests

Read more 👉 https://www.cruiseandferry.net/articles/modernising-crew-management-to-support-safety-retention-and-growth