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Exclusive River Cruise: MS "Hamburg" Conquers Thames and Seine

The MS "Hamburg," recognized as Germany's smallest ocean-going cruise ship, is set to embark on an extraordinary journey on October 22, 2025. This unique eleven-day cruise will visit coastal cities in England, France, Belgium, and the Netherlands. A highlight of the itinerary is the ship's maiden voyage on both the River Thames in London and the River Seine in France—a remarkable feat for a vessel of its size, which accommodates a maximum of 400 passengers. The voyage will commence and conclude in Hamburg, following the ship's passage through the Elbe. Thus, the MS "Hamburg" will navigate three significant rivers on this particular tour.
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July 3, 2025 at 1:35 PM
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Hamburg: Traffic Warning for Cruise Passengers and Travelers This Weekend

Those planning a sea journey from Hamburg this coming weekend, especially on ships like the AIDAperla or the MS Hamburg, should prepare for significant traffic disruptions. The Hanseatic city will be affected by several major events and a critical infrastructure measure, which will drastically increase traffic volume.
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July 3, 2025 at 1:13 PM
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Dramatic Sea Rescue: Father Saves Child Aboard the Disney Dream

On Sunday, June 29, 2025, a remarkable rescue operation unfolded aboard the cruise ship Disney Dream, a vessel belonging to the renowned Disney Cruise Line fleet. At the time of the incident, the ship was en route to its destination port, Fort Lauderdale, as part of a four-day short cruise that attracted numerous families.
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July 2, 2025 at 9:49 AM
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Cruise Ship "Independence of the Seas" Alters Itinerary: Ålesund Call Canceled

Currently, Royal Caribbean International's Independence of the Seas is in the midst of its European season, sailing from and to Southampton, England. On its current Norway voyage, scheduled from June 29 to July 6, 2025, the cruise ship has to skip a planned port of call. The stop in Ålesund, originally set for today, Tuesday, July 1, 2025, will not take place.
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July 1, 2025 at 9:49 AM
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AIDAperla: Eight Years on the World's Oceans – A Celebration of the Ship's Anniversary

The popular cruise ship AIDAperla celebrates its eighth anniversary today, Monday, June 30, 2025. Exactly eight years ago, on June 30, 2017, the ocean liner was ceremoniously christened in the presence of model and TV personality Lena Gercke. The festive ceremony took place against the picturesque backdrop of Palma de Mallorca, after the ship had completed its transfer voyage from the Mitsubishi Shipyard in Nagasaki to the Mediterranean under the command of Captain Boris Becker.
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June 30, 2025 at 10:21 AM
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Cannes Restricts Cruise Ship Calls: New Regulations for the Côte d'Azur

The renowned southern French city of Cannes is introducing significant restrictions on cruise ships starting in 2026, aiming to regulate the daily influx of passengers. From next year, only one large vessel carrying over 3,000 guests will be permitted to anchor in the bay off the French Mediterranean coast per day. The newly established cap allows a maximum of 6,000 cruise guests per day.
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June 30, 2025 at 10:16 AM
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AIDAnova Changes Route: Unplanned Maneuver in Scandinavia

The AIDAnova, a well-known vessel of the AIDA fleet, had to revise its current Scandinavia voyage from June 28 to July 5, 2025, due to unfavorable weather conditions. The planned call at the Danish port of Skagen for today, Monday, is unfortunately not possible. A similar situation occurred yesterday when the AIDAdiva was also unable to call at this port and diverted to Copenhagen instead.
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June 30, 2025 at 9:58 AM
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Strong Winds Delay Mein Schiff 1 on Baltic Sea Cruise

On its current Baltic Sea voyage from June 22 to July 3, 2025, the Mein Schiff 1 from TUI Cruises has encountered a notable delay. The reason for this was strong winds in the Swedish capital, Stockholm. The ship was originally scheduled to depart on Sunday evening, June 29, at 5:30 PM and arrive in Visby on Gotland today, Monday, June 30, 2025, at 8:30 AM. Both schedules could not be met due to the weather conditions.
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June 30, 2025 at 9:13 AM
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Kieler Woche 2025: Maritime Festival Concludes with Special Finale and Cruise Highlights

This year's Kieler Woche reaches its festive conclusion today, Sunday, June 29, 2025. The grand finale at the Kiel Fjord will commence at 11 PM CEST. Under the theme "Home Among the Stars," a show sponsored by AIDA Cruises will captivate visitors with a combination of light effects, a drone show, and an impressive fireworks display. This spectacular event marks the grand finale of the renowned summer and sailing festival.
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June 29, 2025 at 12:42 PM
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AIDAdiva Diverts to Copenhagen: Wind Forces Route Change

On this Sunday, June 29, 2025, the AIDAdiva of AIDA Cruises has made an unscheduled stop in the Danish capital, Copenhagen. The reason for this is the prevailing strong wind conditions at the northern tip of Denmark, specifically in Skagen. The port originally planned for today could not be safely approached, as safe entry and exit maneuvers were not feasible under these strong gusty conditions.
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June 29, 2025 at 12:31 PM
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Kiel Reaches Historic Milestone: 4,000th Cruise Ship Call with AIDAnova and MSC Euribia

The capital city of Schleswig-Holstein, Kiel, today marks a truly special moment in its maritime history: the 4,000th visit by a cruise ship. Two prominent representatives of modern cruising, AIDAnova from AIDA Cruises at the Ostseekai and MSC Euribia from MSC Cruises at the Ostuferhafen, are present for this anniversary. Both vessels are regular visitors throughout the current summer season and are utilized for passenger changes in Kiel.
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June 28, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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MS Finnmarken Out of Service Again: Technical Issues Force Cruise Cancellation

Hurtigruten's expedition vessel, the MS Finnmarken, requires an unscheduled return to the shipyard. A technical malfunction affecting its stern thruster has necessitated this measure. Consequently, the Norwegian shipping company has had to cancel the planned cruise from July 25 to August 8, 2025, which was scheduled to depart from and return to Hamburg. The MS Finnmarken had only recently concluded its routine spring dry dock period, resuming service on May 16, 2025.
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June 28, 2025 at 8:51 AM
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Shipyard Strike in Spain: Carnival Liberty Forced to Change Shipyards and Cancels Cruise

An ongoing labor dispute in the Spanish metal industry has led to significant disruptions during the routine shipyard stay of the Carnival Liberty. Since June 18, 2025, work at the Navantia shipyard in Cádiz, Andalusia, has been unable to proceed as planned due to strikes. Consequently, Carnival Cruise Line was compelled to relocate the vessel to another shipyard and cancel a scheduled cruise. According to Spanish media reports, financial compensation is being sought from Navantia. It is also reported that the cruise ship was used as leverage by the trade unions in the collective bargaining dispute.
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June 27, 2025 at 6:08 PM
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Day of the Seafarer: Appreciation for the World's Seafarers

Since 2011, the Day of the Seafarer has been celebrated annually on June 25th. This special day of action focuses on the vital work of individuals employed in the shipping industry. The initiative for this commemorative day originated from the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and complements the established World Maritime Day, which has been in existence since 1978.
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June 26, 2025 at 9:53 AM
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175 Years of NEPTUN WERFT: A Foundation of Marine Engineering in Rostock

NEPTUN WERFT, a cornerstone of German shipbuilding, is commemorating its 175th anniversary this year. Since its establishment in 1850 on the banks of the Warnow River, the shipyard has evolved into one of the nation's most storied shipbuilding sites. With over 1,600 new constructions and numerous repairs and modernizations, it boasts a rich history of marine engineering prowess. Employing more than 600 individuals, NEPTUN WERFT has cemented its position as a leading builder of river cruise ships and remains a vital economic contributor to the Rostock region.
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June 23, 2025 at 5:09 PM
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"Orient Express Corinthian": World's Largest Sailing Cruise Ship Reaches Major Construction Milestone

On June 16, 2025, Orient Express Sailing Yachts, an enterprise within the Accor Group, marked a crucial advancement in the construction of the "Orient Express Corinthian." In Saint-Nazaire, France, the undocking maneuver of the luxury liner, designed to be the world's largest sailing cruise ship, was successfully completed. This step represents a significant milestone for the vessel, which is being built at Chantiers de l'Atlantique.
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June 23, 2025 at 11:39 AM
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Mein Schiff 7: One Year Anniversary at Sea

Today, June 22, 2025, TUI Cruises' Mein Schiff 7 celebrates its first anniversary since its official christening. Exactly one year ago, during Kiel Week 2024, the seventh and currently final new build for the Mein Schiff fleet, constructed by Meyer Turku shipyard in Finland, received its name. The ship is marking its first jubilee on a 14-day Norway cruise, currently navigating north of the Arctic Circle en route to the North Cape and Spitsbergen.
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June 23, 2025 at 10:28 AM
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Historic Cruise Ship MS Astoria Auctioned for €200,000 – Uncertain Future

One of the world's oldest still-operational cruise ships, the MS Astoria, has found a new owner at an auction in the Netherlands. The historic vessel was sold for €200,000 in Rotterdam. This venerable ship was originally commissioned in 1948 as the transatlantic liner MS Stockholm. Its last voyage under the name MS Astoria was in 2020 for the British cruise operator Cruise & Maritime Voyages (CMV), carrying British guests.
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June 23, 2025 at 9:32 AM
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Inclusion in Focus: AIDA and HSV Strengthen Diversity Through Joint Forum

The "HSV x AIDA: Diversity Forum" recently took place aboard the AIDAprima at Hamburg's Cruise Center. This event brought together 70 participants, including members of the AIDA Expert Council "Accessible Travel," employees from AIDA Cruises and HSV, as well as external guests from politics, associations, and businesses with diverse cultural backgrounds. The comprehensive topic of inclusion was at the heart of the discussions.
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June 23, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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