We appreciate the Government’s desire to ensure a balanced and sustainable tourism in Greece. We welcome the Minister’s comments on the importance of port infrastructure to improve tourism flows, and the wish to promote new destinations,…
The cruise sector is a success story for Greece contributing 1.4 billion euros to the economy in 2022. CLIA has long called for more investment in port infrastructure and worked…
Washington, 6 September 2024 – Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the leading voice of the global cruise industry, today released its annual Global Cruise Industry Environmental Technologies and Practices Report,…
The meeting reaffirmed the structured dialogue between CLIA and the Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy and underscored a mutual commitment to cooperate towards the sustainable development of the…
5 July 2024 — The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the leading voice of the global cruise community, representing 95% of the industry, reinforced the importance of dialogue as part…
CLIA meets Mykonos local authorities to discuss top priorities for sustainable growth and responsible management of cruise tourism 29 May 2024, Athens — Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the leading…
New Ocean of Opportunities publication highlights the global cruise workforce and the growth of careers in cruising. 12 April 2024, Washington — Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the leading voice…
Global cruise leaders meet in Europe as the industry calls for action to increase production and supply of sustainable marine fuels 13 March 2024 (GENOA) — As global cruise leaders…
Brussels, 20 February 2024 – Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the leading voice for the global cruise industry, announces a strong line up of Government Ministers, cruise line global CEOs, and…
Washington DC, 25 January 2024 – Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the leading authority of the global cruise industry, announced that Royal Caribbean Group President and CEO Jason Liberty has been…
Seafarer safety is paramount in the context of the Red Sea and attacks on international shipping. During a meeting with shipping industry representatives today (18 January), IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez…
U.S. Chairman Rick Sasso Highlights MSC Cruises’ Leadership in Driving Sustainability Across the Maritime Industry WESTON, CT – December 5, 2023: MSC Cruises received NAMEPA’s Marine Environmental Protection (MEP) Award…
CLIA meets with Greek Ministers, for the first time after the elections in June, to discuss how to maximise the benefits to Greece from cruising and help to unlock its…
The Cruise Lines International Association organised educational cruise ship visit for students of the University of Piraeus onboard MSC Splendida in Piraeus Athens, 26 October 2023 – CLIA continues to celebrate…
CLIA’s annual European Summit and inaugural CLIA Innovation Expo will take place 11-14 March 2024 Genoa, Italy – 1 August 2023– Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) announces Genoa, Italy, will…
CLIA statement regarding incorrect reports about cruise operations in Amsterdam, following the Local Council vote of 20 July We are aware of the media reports about the future of cruise…
CLIA organizes educational cruise ship visit onboard Tui Cruises’ Mein Schiff 6 in Piraeus Athens, 12 April 2023. The opportunity to get onboard Mein Schiff 6 cruise ship of TUI…
CLIA and SEA Europe announce Joint Declaration calling for the EU to include cruise ship building and maritime technology in the Net Zero Industry Act Joint Declaration shows how Europe…
New sentiment data released by Cruise Lines International Association shows a resurgent appetite for cruise, with associated economic benefits for cruise destinations, and a positive shift in the reputation of…
Participants debate industry pursuit of net-zero cruising, development of new cruise destinations, and impact of new EU border requirements on the passenger journey Athens, 23 September 2022. Cruise Lines International…
Athens, 28 July 2022. Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the world’s largest cruise industry trade association, welcomes the completion of sustainability destination assessments in the popular Greek cruise destinations of…
As the EU takes critical steps to deliver on its 2030 ambitions, cruise industry leaders and policymakers met today in Genoa to discuss implementation of the industry’s climate goals, latest…
CLIA at Posidonia 2022 with a sustainability agenda on the momentum of the dynamic cruise resumption
Athens, 9th June – With the 27th Posidonia welcoming the global maritime community back to Athens after four years, focusing on the “hot” issues of energy transition, the green agenda,…
Our science backed protocols facilitated the resumption of cruise operations, with over 7.5 million passengers having sailed in nearly 90 markets, all while committing to pursuing ever more ambitious carbon…
Cruise Industry 2022 Outlook Report Quantifies Value of Cruise Tourism, Underscores Leadership in Health and Safety, Environmental Sustainability and Destination Stewardship Latest report features new 2020 economic impact data, including…