Cruise Europe

25/08/2026

Shore power is now live at Portsmouth International Port ⚡

The port reached an important milestone in July when AIDAsol became the first cruise ship to connect to its new shore power system. Since then, every visiting ship capable of connecting has done so, with 20 of this season’s 32 cruise calls expected to use shore power.

The system supplies 100% renewable electricity and forms a key part of Portsmouth’s ambition to become the UK’s first zero-emissions port by 2050.

An important investment in the future of both the port and the city, and one that also highlights the opportunities and challenges that come with port electrification.

🔗 Read the full story: https://www.cruiseeurope.com/news/news-ce-press-1787226324/

24/08/2026

A warm welcome to Nuuk and Greenland!

We are delighted to finally welcome Sikuki Nuuk Harbour A/S and Greenland to the Cruise Europe family 🤝

Their membership extends our network further into the Arctic, and makes the Cruise Europe region even more diverse and relevant for our cruise line partners.

We look forward to a fruitful partnership the team in Nuuk, and to sharing much more about our newest member very soon.

20/08/2026

From cruise guest to returning visitor 🚢

When Cruise Manager Line Murphy from our member port Stavanger met these two ladies from the UK, they had a great story to tell. They first discovered Stavanger while visiting on board Iona P&O Cruises last year, and enjoyed the destination so much that they decided to return, this time for a five-night stay.

A lovely real-life example of something we know is an important part of the wider value of cruise tourism: a cruise call can be the first introduction to a destination, and inspire guests to come back and stay longer.

Thank you to Stavanger for sharing this story with us!

Region Stavanger Visitors & Convention Bureau

18/08/2026

13/08/2026

A warm Clyde welcome for Valiant Lady on her inaugural call to Greenock!

Virgin Voyages’ Valiant Lady made her first visit to Greenock Cruise Port on Saturday, marked by a traditional plaque exchange and plenty of local involvement throughout the day.

And what a way to say goodbye; Inverclyde Pipe Band playing on the quayside, followed by a spectacular water cannon es**rt down the Clyde 🚢

Congratulations to our member Greenock Cruise Port and everyone involved in the welcome!

10/08/2026

Congratulations to our Cruise Europe members shortlisted for the Seatrade Cruise Awards 2026! 🏆

We’re delighted to see members represented among this year’s finalists across several categories:
🔵 Innovative Shorex of the Year: Intercruises Shoreside and Port Services together with National Geographic - Behind The Science
🔵 Sustainability Initiative of the Year: Port of Dover – Carbon Net Zero
🔵 Destination of the Year: Region Stavanger Visitors & Convention Bureau, Norway
🔵 Port of the Year: Portsmouth International Port, UK & Port of Skjolden, Norway

A fantastic recognition of the people, destinations and initiatives across our network. Congratulations to all the finalists! The winners will be announced on 16 September in Las Palmas during the 20th Anniversary Seatrade Cruise Awards ceremony at Seatrade Cruise Med.

We look forward to celebrating with you there!

Explore all the 2026 finalists and awards: https://www.seatradecruiseevents.com/awards/

10/08/2026

Cruise Europe Conference 2027 is heading to Bergen ⚓

Following a fantastic conference in Reykjavik, Iceland passes the baton to Norway as we look forward to bringing the Cruise Europe community together again in Bergen, 3–6 May 2027.

Set in the heart of the Norwegian fjords, Bergen’s strong maritime heritage and experience as a leading cruise destination make it a fitting host for our next annual conference.

🔗 Read more: https://www.cruiseeurope.com/news/news-ce-press-1785144500/

Photo: Lars Korvald/Visit Bergen

08/08/2026

Cruise Europe is heading to Seatrade Cruise Med! ⚓

We’re looking forward to two busy days in Las Palmas on 16–17 September, catching up with members, cruise line partners and friends from across the industry.

Come and meet us and our exhibiting members at stands 1D50 & 1D60. We look forward to seeing you there!

07/08/2026

Atlantic Europe members came together in Reykjavik to discuss the issues shaping the future of cruise in the region 🌍

From geopolitical developments and changing deployment patterns to decarbonisation, shore power, EU policy and port security, the regional meeting provided valuable updates on the opportunities and challenges facing ports and destinations.

Keeping members informed and creating a forum for knowledge sharing remains an important part of Cruise Europe's regional meetings.

🔗 Read the full story: https://www.cruiseeurope.com/news/news-ce-press-1785145053/

07/08/2026

Inspiring the next generation of maritime professionals ⚓

Congratulations to our member Porto de Lisboa, together with MSC Cruises and CLIA - Cruise Lines International Association, on another successful edition of the "All Aboard!" programme.

By giving young people hands-on insight into life and careers at sea, from navigation and engineering to hospitality and environmental management, the initiative helps build awareness of the many opportunities within the maritime and cruise industries.

🔗 Read more: https://www.cruiseeurope.com/news/news-lisbon-1785856864/