Michael Consoli & Associates continued their reign as the top producers in the Cruise Planners network of travel agent franchises, ending 2022 with more than $24m in sales.

Welbilt appointed Nicolas Lesbats, with more than 10 years’ experience in the maritime industry, as its global marine after-sales manager.

Ken Muskat was recruited to propel the US source market to No. 1 for Scenic Group.

Tapping into Jennifer Lopez's role as chief entertainment and lifestyle officer, Virgin Voyages is offering a cruise focused on women and entrepreneurship.

Explora I Capt. Serena Melani is adamant about making cruising more accessible to women and people of varied cultures.

Royal Caribbean Group appointed Maersk veteran Palle Laursen to a newly created position, EVP marine, centralizing global and brand marine functions under him.

Alfonso Robles, an executive with experience across a range of cruise companies, joined Windstar Cruises as VP finance.

Riverside Luxury Cruises appointed former AmaWaterways National Sales Manager Jon Knight as its head of sales UK & Ireland.

With Sun Princess one year away from its debut, Princess Cruises announced the senior officers for the ship's inaugural season.

Robyn Fink joined Crystal as director of communications and events.