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2008 Articles & Press Releases
NEW IDENTITY FOR CRUISE INDUSTRY’S PREMIER EVENT
MIAMI (September 9 , 2008)
CMP Information, long time organizers of the Cruise Shipping Miami Convention, have unveiled a new logo and branding message to better reflect the positioning of the convention within the global cruise industry. The new logo and branding message updates the look of the leading cruise industry event and emphasizes a more modern image. [more]
Cruise Shipping Miami CONVENTION AND EXHIBITION CLOSED TODAY
MIAMI (March 13, 2008)
The fourth annual International Superyacht Symposium closed today following what participants termed a very successful event. The two-day series of panel discussions featured the return of the International Superyacht Pavilion in conjunction with the 24th annual Cruise Shipping Miami Convention and Exhibition. [more]
SUCCESSFUL SUPERYACHT SYMPOSIUM CLOSED TODAY
MIAMI (March 13, 2008)
The fourth annual International Superyacht Symposium closed today following what participants termed a very successful event. The two-day series of panel discussions featured the return of the International Superyacht Pavilion in conjunction with the 24th annual Cruise Shipping Miami Convention and Exhibition. [more]
Seatrade Today—Thursday, March 13, 2008
The official daily newsletter of the Cruise Shipping Miami Convention
This edition highlights the news, products and events for Thursday, March 13, 2008 and will be made available to everyone at the show. It includes the daily schedule, featured articles plus news tidbits and more. » View this interactive digital edition.
Seatrade Today—Wednesday, March 12, 2008
The official daily newsletter of the Cruise Shipping Miami Convention
This edition highlights the news, products and events for Wednesday, March 12, 2008 and will be made available to everyone at the show. It includes the daily schedule, featured articles plus news tidbits and more. » View this interactive digital edition.
Seatrade Today—Tuesday, March 11, 2008
The official daily newsletter of the Cruise Shipping Miami Convention
This edition highlights the news, products and events for Tuesday, March 11, 2008 and will be made available to everyone at the show. It includes the daily schedule, news features, articles and news briefs on relevant topics. » View this interactive digital edition.
Seatrade Today—Monday, March 10, 2008
The official daily newsletter of the Cruise Shipping Miami Convention (Pre-Show Edition)
This time sensitive and concise overview of the week's events includes an exhibitor list and floor plan to aid in planning your visit to the trade show and conference. Made available to everyone at the show the first day. » View this interactive digital edition.
JAPAN-KOREA Press Meeting
Japan and Korea to Introduce Exotic Ports in Far East
Tuesday, March 11th at 13:30 [more]
2008 INTERNATIONAL SUPERYACHT SYMPOSIUM SCHEDULE RELEASED
MIAMI (Feb. 21, 2008)
The fourth annual International Superyacht Symposium is scheduled for March 12-13, 2008, in conjunction with the 24th annual Cruise Shipping Miami Convention. The symposium is to feature a full slate of panel discussions covering all aspects of this growing sector including trends in technology, environmental challenges, regulatory issues and marina development. [more]
UPDATE: CONFERENCE PROGRAM FOR 2008 CRUISE SHIPPING CONVENTION
MIAMI (Feb. 7, 2008)
The 24th annual Cruise Shipping Miami Convention is scheduled for Monday, March 10, through Thursday, March 13, 2008, at the Miami Beach Convention Center. The global exhibition and conference is expected to draw more than 10,000 attendees and 1,000 exhibiting companies from over 100 countries. The three-day trade show is open daily Tuesday-Thursday, and the four-day conference features sessions Monday-Thursday. [more]
"TRAVEL AGENT THURSDAY" TO DEBUT AT SEATRADE CONVENTION
MIAMI (Feb. 4, 2008)
A new travel trade educational program has been added to the agenda of the 2008 Cruise Shipping Miami Convention. Travel Agent Thursday @ Cruise Shipping Miami is set to debut March 13, the final day of the convention, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. [more]
CRUISE LINE CEOS TO HEADLINE STATE OF THE INDUSTRY SESSION AT 2008 Cruise Shipping Miami CONVENTION
MIAMI (Jan. 25, 2008)
Leading cruise line chief executive officers have been selected to share their views at the 24th annual Cruise Shipping Miami Convention State of the Industry forum Tuesday, March 11, 2008, in Miami Beach. [more]
CONFERENCE PROGRAM RELEASED FOR 2008 CRUISE SHIPPING CONVENTION
MIAMI (Jan. 7, 2008)
The 24th annual Cruise Shipping Miami Convention is scheduled for Monday, March 10, through Thursday, March 13, 2008, at the Miami Beach Convention Center. The global exhibition and conference is expected to draw more than 10,000 attendees and 1,000 exhibiting companies from over 100 countries. The three-day trade show is open daily Tuesday-Thursday, and the four-day conference features sessions Monday-Thursday. [more]
2007 Articles & Press Releases
Current Trends within a Healthy, Vibrant and Expanding Cruise Industry
Seatrade Cruise Connection, December 2007
While growth in the cruise market remains heavily focused in Europe and North America, new developments are emerging in the global cruise industry with major refurbishment projects, differentiation in the luxury market, the expansion into new cruise regions, and port facilities keeping pace with world wide growth. [more]
CMPi LAUNCHES VIP PASS FOR 2008 Cruise Shipping Miami CONVENTION
MIAMI (November 5, 2007)
CMP Information, organizers of the Cruise Shipping Miami Convention, has launched its VIP Pass program for the 2008 event to help participants maximize their business-to-business productivity at the convention. [more]
CRUISE INDUSTRY OUTLOOK REMAINS POSITIVE
Seatrade Cruise Connection, September 2007
Despite some uncertainty in the world capital markets, the cruise industry as a business sector is, frankly, booming. With an order book of 37 cruise liners valued at more than $22 billion set for delivery by 2012, the industry is growing at a pace last seen around the turn of the century. [more]
Success is measurable...
Key findings indicate a very strong performance of the 2007 Cruise Shipping Convention and positive returns for exhibitors, conference attendees and visitors. CMP Princeton Inc compiles show attendance statistics from data obtained from registration documentation. » See 2007 Show Facts and » Show Statistics.
$2 BILLION IN NEW CRUISE SHIPS ORDERED AT Cruise Shipping Miami CONVENTION
MIAMI (March 15, 2007)
Oceania Cruises and Silversea Cruises together ordered newbuilds worth $2 billion from Italy's Fincantieri shipyards during the Cruise Shipping Miami Convention, which closed today in Miami Beach. [more]
CMP PRINCETON, U.S. SUPERYACHT ASSOCIATION TO TEAM UP AT CRUISE SHIPPING
MIAMI (Jan. 7, 2007)
CMP Princeton Inc., organizers of the annual Cruise Shipping Miami Convention, and Fort Lauderdale–based U.S. Superyacht Association have teamed up to enhance awareness of the growing superyacht business at the 2007 Cruise Shipping event in Miami Beach. [more]
2006 Articles & Press Releases
Optimism Characterized the 2006 Cruise Shipping Miami Convention
Seatrade Cruise Connection, June 2006
Despite some concerns about rising fuel costs, an atmosphere of optimism prevailed at the 22nd edition of the Cruise Shipping Miami Convention, both on the trade show floor and in the conference halls. [more]
First-Time Exhibitors Came With High Expectations
Seatrade Cruise Connection, June 2006
Deciding to exhibit at the world’s largest cruise industry trade show is a major commitment of time and resources, and is not a decision made lightly. [more]
Entertainment Technology Pavilion Showcased Shipboard Showbiz
Seatrade Cruise Connection, June 2006
The very latest in entertainment technology — including some never seen before — was featured in the Entertainment Technology Pavilion. For the second consecutive year, the event showcased all forms of cruise ship entertainment systems. [more]
Super Yacht Symposium Explored Hot Topics, Industry Trends
Seatrade Cruise Connection, June 2006
The second annual International Super Yacht Symposium at the Miami Beach Convention Center followed on the success of the 2005 event with participants lauding its content. [more]
State of the Industry: Fuel Costs, Media Attention Top Debate Topics
Seatrade Cruise Connection, June 2006
The 2006 State of the Industry session featured a new format where the cruise line executives fielded questions from a trio of moderators, which held the attention of the standing-room-only audience for the entire session. [more]
State of the Niche Industry: Optimistic About Growth
Seatrade Cruise Connection, June 2006
The “big four” cruise companies may dominate the industry, but smaller cruise companies make up a larger slice of the pie than most people realize, according to Richard Jansen, senior vice president for DVB Bank AG. [more]
2005 Articles & Press Releases
2006 Miami Cruise Shipping Convention set for March 13-16
Seatrade Cruise Connection, December 2005
Continuing evolution of the cruise industry among hot topics to be addressed. [more]
First-time Exhibitors looking for big break into Cruising
Seatrade Cruise Connection, December 2005
The Cruise Shipping Miami Convention attracts attracts thousands of visitors and hundreds of delegates to its massive trade show every year, but it also brings scores of new exhibitors. [more]
International Super Yacht Symposium to return with expanded program
Seatrade Cruise Connection, December 2005
Following its successful debut during Cruise Shipping in 2005, the Super Yacht Symposium is returning, and organizers expect an even wider audience for the highly focused conference sessions. [more]
Entertainment Technology Pavilion
Seatrade Cruise Connection, December 2005
From vast Las Vegas–style revues featuring complex special effects to intimate performance venues, entertainment on cruise ships has never been as varied and challenging to produce as it is on today’s modern cruise ships. [more]
Seatrade Miami: It’s not just Cruise Shipping anymore
Seatrade Cruise Connection, September 2005
With the successful debut of the Super Yacht Symposium in 2005, the scope of the convention broadens for exhibitors and attendees. [more]
Specialty pavilions prove popular
Seatrade Cruise Connection, September 2005
Sector-specific pavilions focusing on entertainment technology and design are set to return in 2006. [more]
What are they saying about Seatrade Miami?
Seatrade Cruise Connection, September 2005
Cruise line executives, delegates, and exhibitors are singing the praises of the Cruise Shipping Miami Convention. Whether it’s networking, sourcing or catching up on the latest news and trends in the cruise industry, people from more than 100 countries around the world flock to Miami every March to be part of the cruise industry’s largest annual gathering. [more]
Cruise Shipping Show Continues to Evolve
Seatrade Cruise Connection, June 2005
Now in its 21st year, the Cruise Shipping Miami Convention continues to grow and evolve to better serve its changing audiences. Highlighting the 2005 edition were a first-time yacht symposium, a new pavilion featuring lighting and sound technology, and innovative approaches by cruise lines seeking to use the exhibition in new ways. [more]
Trade Show Veterans Sought New Products, Met Vendors
Seatrade Cruise Connection, June 2005
Two main reasons for attending the Seatrade Exhibition are to identify new products and vendors, and to strengthen existing business relationships. Carnival Corp. and Holland America Line provided examples of each at the 2005 trade show. [more]
Hope for New Business Fueled Exhibitor Participation
Seatrade Cruise Connection, June 2005
With more than 950 exhibitors from over 100 countries, the annual Cruise Shipping Miami Convention continues to attract vendors who have attended the conference year after year and first-time exhibitors who have determined that the largest cruise shipping convention in the world is worth investing the time and cost in exchange for the immense exposure. [more]
State of the Industry -- Cruise Execs Agreed on Key Issues
Seatrade Cruise Connection, June 2005
Moderator Christopher Hayman, managing director of Seatrade, kicked off the 21st annual State of the Industry with a united display of optimism in "this strong recovery year." However, the panel of cruise industry executives conceded that despite a successful 2004, the industry still has a long way to go. [more]
PLASA@Sea Pavilion Showcased Entertainment Technology Exhibitors
Seatrade Cruise Connection, June 2005
For the first time, the Seatrade Exhibition featured a pavilion devoted exclusively to lighting and sound technology. The PLASA@Sea pavilion was sponsored by PLASA, the Professional Lighting and Sound Association, a United Kingdom-based trade association for manufacturers and distributors of lighting, sound, staging and projection products. [more]
Mega Yacht Industry Poised for Explosive Growth
Seatrade Cruise Connection, June 2005
The debut of the International Super Yacht Symposium kicked off with a State of the Super Yacht Industry session featuring a panel of executives from one of the fastest-growing marine industry sectors. The standing-room-only session was received with enthusiasm. [more]
INTERNATIONAL SUPER YACHT SYMPOSIUM
MegaYacht.com Featured News, February 28, 2005
A slate of industry experts is to headline the two-day super yacht conference set to debut at the 2005 Cruise Shipping Miami Convention in Miami Beach. The first International Super Yacht Symposium is scheduled for March 16-17, 2005, in conjunction with the four-day Seatrade Convention conference, which runs March 14-17 at the Miami Beach Convention Center. [more]
Forward Thinking
Seatrade Cruise Connection, December 2004
2005 will bring changes and challenges for the cruise sector. Mary Bond focuses on a few key issues. [more]
2004 Articles & Press Releases
SUPER YACHT SYMPOSIUM TO DEBUT AT 2005 SEATRADE CONFERENCE
Press Release, October 20, 2004
MIAMI - A two-day conference addressing issues of the super yacht market will debut at the 2005 Cruise Shipping Miami Convention in Miami Beach. The first International Super Yacht Symposium is scheduled for March 16-17, 2005, in conjunction with the four-day Seatrade Convention conference, which runs March 14-17 at the Miami Beach Convention Center. [more]
2005 SEATRADE CONVENTION TO FEATURE NEW PLASA@SEA PAVILION
Press Release, October 18, 2004
MIAMI - Recognizing the growing importance of shipboard lighting and sound technologies and the increasing sophistication of cruise ship entertainment venues, CMP Princeton Inc., organizers of the Cruise Shipping Miami Convention, announced today the creation of a PLASA@Sea Pavilion in the 2005 exhibition. [more]
Industry Celebrates 20 Years of Cruise Shipping
Seatrade Cruise Connection, June 2004
The 20th edition of the Cruise Shipping Miami Convention convened in mid-March in Miami amid an atmosphere of optimism and positive business expectations for 2004 and beyond. [more]
Debate: The Industry Is Back On Track
Seatrade Cruise Connection, June 2004
Buoyant optimism and a vibrant outlook in a record year of capacity increases dominated the annual State of the Industry Debate, with top cruise executives agreeing that a banner Wave Season was boosting bookings and yields. [more]
Exhibition Features New Products, Technologies
Seatrade Cruise Connection, June 2004
From its early days as a collection of tabletop displays, Cruise Shipping's trade show has grown into a massive and elaborate exhibition. Ten national pavilions feature companies and destinations from Brazil, the Caribbean, Canada, Finland, France, Germany, Holland, Italy, Portugal and Spain. [more]
International Press Corps Covers Convention
Seatrade Cruise Connection, June 2004
As the Seatrade Convention has grown apace with the cruise industry, the media attention focused on the event likewise has increased. This year, 230 journalists from 21 countries converged to cover the convention. [more]
Shipyard Refocus: From Newbuilds to Rebuilds
Seatrade Cruise Connection, June 2004
In his conference presentation on trends in shipbuilding, analyst Tony Peisley quoted Carnival Corp. Chairman Micky Arison's cryptic comment in a recent quarterly analyst call: "As capital expenditure on newbuildings goes down," Arison noted, "some of those dollars will be shifted instead to upgrading the 1990s ships." [more]
CS05 AccuMatch Links Buyers and Suppliers
Seatrade Cruise Connection, June 2004
CS05 AccuMatch is a new Web-based system built into the event Web site that matches the cruise line attendees with exhibitors before, during and after the Seatrade Convention. [more]
ATTENDEE SURVEY SHOWS STRONG RESULTS
Seatrade Cruise Connection, June 2004
Following this year's event, CMP Princeton launched a major web-based, comprehensive survey aimed at all attendees at the event. Trade show visitors totaled 5,004 of which 1,080 were cruise line owners and operators representing 64 different companies. [more]
Another Booming Year for Cruise
Seatrade Cruise Connection, June 2004
The cruise industry is on pace to set another record year of growth in 2005. Worldwide, it is estimated that more than 9.5 million people will choose to take a cruise vacation this year. [more]
Celebrating 20 Years
Seatrade Cruise Connection, June 2004
The 2004 edition of the Cruise Shipping Miami Convention marks the annual event's 20th year. Like the cruise industry, the world's largest cruise business convention has grown phenomenally over the past two decades. [more]