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Travel group TUI has sharply criticized a new episode of the ZDF documentary series "Die Insider," which aired on June 10, 2025. The program focused on the company and its cruise brand "Mein Schiff," in which TUI holds a stake through the TUI Cruises joint venture. TUI has refuted several statements made in the documentary as inaccurate and has published a comprehensive statement in response.

Kiel Week, taking place from June 21 to 29, 2025, is not only established as one of the world's leading sailing events but is also among Northern Europe's largest summer festivals. The event annually attracts numerous visitors with its unique blend of top-tier sports, a broad cultural program, and an international audience. The cruise line AIDA Cruises will once again be a key partner in 2025, showcasing a significant presence both on land and at sea.

Peter Maffay and Mein Schiff Announce Third Rock’n’Sail Cruise. The successful collaboration between German rock musician Peter Maffay and the cruise line TUI Cruises is set to continue. Following the second "Rock’n’Sail" event cruise, a third installment of the popular music voyage has been officially confirmed.

Technical Defect Disables MSC Orchestra: Company Cancels Cruises. A major technical incident aboard the MSC Orchestra has led to the last-minute cancellation of at least two scheduled embarkations. Following an issue with the ship's electrical system in the Western Mediterranean, repairs are now required in Genoa.

Safety Incident on Symphony of the Seas: Crew's Intervention Prevents Injuries After Glass Panel Shatters. Aboard the Royal Caribbean International cruise ship Symphony of the Seas, an incident occurred during its current Bahamas cruise in which a large glass panel on Deck 17 shattered. Thanks to the prudent and swift intervention of a crew member, no personal injuries were reported.

Miami, USA – The Royal Caribbean Group, the world's second-largest cruise corporation, is preparing for a significant transition in its top leadership. Richard Fain, who has decisively shaped the company as Chairman of the Board since 1988, will step down from this position in the fourth quarter of 2025. His successor will be Jason Liberty, the company's current President and CEO, who will then hold both roles concurrently.

Water Supply on AIDAblu Restored After Several-Hour Disruption
Update 06/07/2025, 2:45 PM – This Saturday, a significant technical malfunction of the water supply occurred on the cruise ship AIDAblu during its port call in Corfu. The crew successfully resolved the issue in the early afternoon.

The Schleswig-Holstein state capital of Kiel is preparing for its annual maritime highlight: From June 20 to 29, 2025, Kiel Week will once again become an international meeting point for sailing enthusiasts and visitors from around the globe. The event, regarded as one of the most significant sailing events worldwide, combines top-level sports competitions with the flair of one of Northern Germany's largest summer festivals.

The cruise line AIDA Cruises is launching the countdown to a major company anniversary. The 29th anniversary on June 7, 2025, marks the beginning of the preparatory phase for the extensive celebrations of its 30th year of existence in 2026. On June 7, 1996, the fleet's first ship was christened in Rostock, laying the foundation for a revolutionary concept: an informal cruise experience that broke with traditional industry conventions. Over the following three decades, the company established itself as a pioneer and grew to become the market leader for cruises in Germany.

The Hamburg-based cruise line TUI Cruises announced today that the Mein Schiff 4’s Mediterranean voyage, originally scheduled from October 21 to November 1, 2026, will not take place. Affected passengers have already been informed of this development.

Copenhagen, Denmark – On June 2, 2025, the Danish capital took a significant step towards a more environmentally friendly cruise industry. King Frederik X of Denmark officially inaugurated the new shore power facility at the Oceankaj cruise terminal. The ceremony was also attended by Dan Jørgensen, EU Commissioner for Energy and Housing, and Thomas Danielsen, the Danish Minister of Transport. AIDA Cruises' AIDAnova was the first vessel to benefit from this technology, receiving low-emission power from the mainland during its layover. For AIDA Cruises, Copenhagen is the 14th European port where its fleet can utilize shore power. With 73 scheduled calls by five AIDA ships in 2025, the Danish metropolis is a central hub for the cruise line in Northern Europe.

Two cruise ships from the AIDA Cruises fleet, AIDAluna and AIDAbella, have had to make short-notice changes to their routes on their current voyages in Northern European waters. The adjustments became necessary to ensure passenger safety and well-being or to respond to unforeseen port situations.

Rostock/Hamburg – German cruise line AIDA Cruises is gearing up for the future, planning both the construction of two state-of-the-art ships and the comprehensive modernization of its established Sphinx class. In a recent interview with "Hamburger Abendblatt," AIDA CEO Felix Eichhorn provided insights into these ambitious plans, which aim not only to revolutionize the fleet experience for passengers but also to create synergies within parent company Carnival Corporation.

Athens, Greece – AIDA Cruises, a leading company in the German cruise industry, received double honors at the ESG Shipping Awards ceremony in Athens on Friday, May 23, 2025. The cruise line secured two Silver awards: one in the "Technology Leader" category for its progressive use of biofuels, and another in the "Community Leader" category for the remarkable commitment of its AIDA Cruise & Help initiative.

Hamburg – The TUI Cruises vessel, Mein Schiff 1, has taken up its position in Northern Europe for the upcoming season, arriving today, Sunday, May 25, 2025. In the early morning hours, the ship docked at the Cruise Center Steinwerder in the Port of Hamburg for a passenger exchange. Guests from a nine-day Western Europe cruise disembarked, while new passengers boarded for a five-day short trip bound for Kiel.

A notable personnel change in the cruise industry became public last weekend: Thomas Roth, who as launch captain supervised the introduction of the newest fleet member, "Mein Schiff Relax," has left TUI Cruises. It has since been confirmed by The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection via a well-known cruise influencer that Captain Roth will soon take the helm of one of the luxury shipping company's exclusive yachts.