FORT LAUDERDALE (July 26, 2011)
— The North American cruise industry generated 329,943 jobs that contributed a $15.2 billion wage impact on the U.S. economy in 2010, a 5.1 percent increase in employment and a 7.0 percent rise in wages over 2009, according to the latest independent study commissioned by Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA). The total cruise industry economic impact in the U.S.
in 2010 was $37.85 billion of gross output, a 7.8 percent increase over last year.
Travel Blackboard June 8, 2011 The recent outbreak of the bacteria E.Coli in Europe has prompted cruise lines operating in the area to review already stringent food preparation guidelines. The Sydney Morning Herald has reported that 22 people have died as a result of the outbreak, with more than 2200 falling ill and whilst health [...]
Cruise Industry News May 10, 2011 Port Metro Vancouver is proud to honour 11 recipients of its Blue Circle Award for 2010. Launched last year, this award recognizes the most eco-friendly vessels that call at the Port. The Blue Circle Award acknowledges industry commitment to Port sustainability by recognizing the extraordinary environmental achievements of ships [...]
Cruise Industry News April 28, 2011 The U.S. Coast Guard has extended DNV’s statutory authorizations under the USCG Alternate Compliance Program to include Passenger Ship Safety Certificates. With this additional authorization, DNV is the only classification society authorized to issue the full suite of statutory certificates for all ship types on behalf of the United [...]
Times Colonist April 24, 2011 By Peter Lehmann I am a member of the James Bay Neighbourhood Association and work for an environmental company that services the cruise ships. I’ve been employed in various sectors of the marine industry in Victoria since 1974. Ogden Point has handled many types of cargo over the years. Longtime [...]
