MSC turns Caribbean culture into a competitive advantage aboard MSC World Europa
As cruise lines compete for market share in the world’s busiest cruise region, differentiation is no longer driven solely by larger ships, new attractions or expanded itineraries. Increasingly, operators are investing in experiences that connect passengers more closely with the destinations they visit. MSC Cruises’ decision to launch the third edition of Zouk@Sea by MSC […]
Martinique’s Grand Port Unveils Smart Grid to Advance Intelligent Energy Management
The Grand Port Maritime de la Martinique (GPMLM) has inaugurated a new Smart Grid, marking a significant milestone in its energy transition strategy. By combining solar power generation, battery storage and intelligent energy management, the system is designed to optimize electricity production and consumption across the port’s facilities in real time. The project brings together […]
Could Colombia ‘s new Port of Antioquia redraw cargo flows in northern South America?
As global shipping networks continue to navigate fuel volatility, congestion and mounting geopolitical disruptions, Colombia has quietly opened an infrastructure that could reshape logistics patterns in the country’s north and potentially alter cargo flows across parts of South America. Located in the Gulf of Urabá, the new Port of Antioquia has officially begun operations with […]
Caribbean countries deepen cooperation on Seafarer Training Standards
Caribbean governments are stepping up efforts to strengthen the implementation of international standards governing seafarer training and certification, recognising the importance of robust training systems and quality assurance frameworks for the region’s maritime sector. To support these efforts, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) convened a regional workshop in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, from […]
AI-Powered Startup MiBelBoat Brings Caribbean Maritime Innovation to VivaTech
Selected as a winner of France Travail’s inaugural Innov’Ultramarin Challenge, the Martinique-based startup is using artificial intelligence to build a digital platform designed to connect Caribbean nautical operators and travellers. A startup born in Martinique is taking its vision of Caribbean maritime innovation to one of Europe’s biggest technology stages. MiBelBoat, an AI-powered nautical booking […]
Caribbean ports face mounting modernization pressures as global shipping evolves
Across the Caribbean, ports are entering a decisive phase of transformation. Larger vessels, increasingly digital supply chains and intensifying competition among regional transshipment hubs are reshaping operational requirements, placing new demands on infrastructure, governance and workforce capabilities. In the issue n°57 of Caribbean Maritime, the official journal of the Caribbean Shipping Association (CSA), maritime development […]
Martinique’s cruise industry looks beyond volume and shifts to value creation
Strong passenger growth, expanding homeport operations and renewed interest from cruise lines are reinforcing Martinique’s position in the Caribbean market. The island’s next challenge now lies in generating greater economic value and strengthening its long-term competitiveness. As the Martinique Cruise Association celebrates its 30th anniversary, the island’s cruise industry is entering a new phase of […]
Integrated travel chains and evolving traveler expectations: What is at stake for regional maritime transport ?
An interpretation of the Amadeus Travel Dreams 2026 report through the lens of maritime stakeholders in Latin America and the Caribbean. Published at the end of 2025, the Amadeus Travel Dreams 2026 report, based on a survey conducted by Opinium Research among 6,000 travelers and 500 hoteliers, provides a global snapshot of evolving travel expectations […]
Latin America’s peak season is becoming a supply chain stress test
The second half of the year is shaping up to be one of the most demanding periods for supply chains across Latin America and the Caribbean. What was once viewed as a relatively predictable seasonal increase in cargo volumes is increasingly becoming a convergence of demand peaks, weather-related disruptions and mounting pressure on logistics networks. […]
Why authenticity may become the Caribbean ’s strongest cruise advantage
Across the Caribbean, destinations continue investing in port infrastructure, terminal upgrades and visitor facilities to accommodate growing cruise traffic. Yet as cruise ships become increasingly sophisticated and passenger expectations continue to evolve, a different question is emerging: what truly differentiates one destination from another? According to Michele Paige, CEO of the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA), […]
How EU funding is reshaping Guadeloupe’s port strategy beyond infrastructure
The Grand Port Maritime de la Guadeloupe (GPMG) is using European funding to support a broad transformation agenda that extends well beyond traditional port infrastructure. While investments in cargo-handling equipment and terminal upgrades remain central to the programme, the projects currently supported by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF/FEDER) also encompass renewable energy, digitalisation, climate […]
From Cruise Gateway to Logistics Hub: DP World Expands Its Ambitions at San Antonio
DP World’s San Antonio terminal closed the 2025–26 cruise season with a notable milestone: nearly half a million cruise visitors welcomed since operations began in 2017. While the figure highlights the growing appeal of Chile’s central coast as a cruise destination, it also comes at a moment when the company is pursuing a broader strategic […]