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Partnering for Progress - theme of the Seatrade Cruise Med 2024 conference

The 2024 Seatrade Cruise Med Conference Programme taking place in Malaga September 11-12, will be a nexus of collaboration and innovation.

Mary Bond, Editor in Chief

June 25, 2024

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Under the theme 'Partnering for Progress', the global cruise industry will gather to discuss key priorities for the coming years and adopt a collaborative approach to industry initiatives.

With a record number of passengers forecasted to cruise in the coming years, the conference stresses the importance of collaboration and unity across the industry.

Addressing the fast-approaching requirements and infrastructure from both shoreside and shipboard, the conference will feature industry stakeholders discussing the latest innovations. Providing valuable insights and strategies applicable to the worldwide cruise industry, all directed towards driving progress towards the common goal of a safe and sustainable future for cruising.

Conference sessions September 11

  • Keynote and State of the Industry

  • Common Ground: Port Association Dialogue

  • Port Operation Preparedness: Insights from Cruise Operators

  • Navigating New Entry/Exit Visa Requirements: Impacts and Next Steps

  • Technological & Digital Advancements in Port Terminals

  • Workshop: Redefining Port & Destination Experiences for Expedition & Boutique Cruising Beyond the Poles

Conference sessions Day 2  September 12

  • Insights on Itinerary Planning Part 1 & 2: Home & Transit Port Selection Criteria

  • Key Source Markets Cruising the Med 

  • New Players in the Med

  • Navigating the Decarbonisation Journey: Synergies Between Ships and Ports

  • What Does a Sustainable Destination look like in practice?

Showcase deck sessions on the show floor

Two new sessions on the trade show floor feature:

AI Innovations in Cruise Tourism: Pitch Competition for Shoreside Solutions 

Innovators from around the industry will present real-world challenges they faced and the AI-driven solutions they implemented, showcasing the tangible benefits of AI integration in areas such as operations, infrastructure, reporting, and management. Attendees will gain unique insights and best practice examples, offering food for thought on how AI can enhance their own operations and guest experiences, while also exploring the future potential of AI in the rapidly growing tourism sector.

Professional Women in Cruise Panel & Networking 

This session will feature a panel and networking aspect, providing a unique opportunity for attendees to network with and learn from leading women in the cruise industry. This panel discussion will feature female leaders who are pioneering change and fostering diversity in their roles, exploring the power of diversity in business. Join us for inspiring conversations, valuable networking, and a celebration of the impactful contributions of women in cruise.

To track the full show agenda and see updated content

To register for the Seatrade Cruise Med conference

 

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About the Author

Mary Bond

Editor in Chief

Mary Bond is Group Director, Seatrade Cruise a division within Informa Markets and responsible for the Seatrade portfolio of global cruise events, print and online cruise publishing.

Mary is also the publisher and editor-in-chief of Seatrade Cruise News and Seatrade Cruise Review magazine.

Mary has worked in the shipping industry for 39 years, first for Lloyd’s Register of Shipping before joining Seatrade’s editorial team in 1985.

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