Seatrade Cruise Med, the cruise industry’s leading bi-annual business-to-business event, has announced the programme for its highly anticipated keynote address on the State of the Mediterranean Cruise Industry 2024.
The opening session of the conference, scheduled for Wednesday 11 September from 10:00 to 11:30, will bring together influential cruise leaders from the Mediterranean and its adjacent seas to set the stage for this year’s theme: “Partnering for Progress”. Moderated by Mary Bond, Group Portfolio Director, Seatrade Cruise, the dialogue will explore current market conditions, key priorities for the coming years and the importance of a collaborative approach.
Featured panelists include:
Figen Ayan, President, MedCruise
Marie-Caroline Laurent, Managing Director, CLIA Europe
Wybcke Meier, CEO, TUI Cruises
Chris Theophilides, CEO, Celestyal Cruises
Mario Zanetti, President, Costa Cruises
“Seatrade Cruise Med 2024 is more than an event; it is a unique convergence of industry leaders, innovative thinkers and passionate professionals from across the cruise sector,” said Chiara Giorgi, Global Brand Director, Seatrade Cruise. “This year, we are offering unparalleled opportunities to network, discover the latest trends and gain actionable insights that will drive the future of cruising in the Mediterranean and its adjacent seas. Attendees will be able to engage with cutting-edge content, experience world-class exhibition and build relationships that will boost their business in this dynamic and rapidly evolving market.”
The programme will offer a variety of thought-provoking forums and workshops over the two days of the conference. Highlights include sessions on Common Ground: dialogue between port associations, key source markets navigating the Mediterranean, how to navigate the decarbonisation path, new players in the Mediterranean, order book update: a changing marine landscape for ports and destinations, the new European entry and exit system: practical application and recommendations, and much more.
Additionally, Liz Gammon, Seatrade Cruise Expeditions Ambassador, cruise industry expert and advisor, returns with another must-attend workshop. Attendees are invited to join an immersive workshop on the topic Redefining Port and Destination Experiences for Expedition and Boutique Cruises Beyond the Poles on Wednesday, September 11 from 3:30pm to 5pm. This workshop will be an opportunity to gain practical advice directly from cruise executives on how to create innovative destination experiences that resonate with their operational and guest needs.
Source: SEATRADE CRUISE MED.