While we hadn’t anticipated that the results would come at a time where the world is facing a health crisis and the passenger shipping industry is on pause, perhaps the thousands of votes received can serve as an ideal way to remind ourselves of the achievements, passion and innovative spirit that the industry has long been celebrated for.

The new decade has also brought other changes, including a refresh of our branding and design for consistency with our annual Cruise & Ferry Interiors and Cruise & Ferry Itinerary Planning publications.

We hope you enjoy our new annual feature and refreshed look.

Thanks to technologies such as Skype and Microsoft Teams, our communication with clients and colleagues is as effective as ever. We’re taking heed of the great guidance provided by Corey Hynes, the CEO of Learn on Demand Systems, a client of ours that works exclusively on a work from home basis. And our pets are certainly loving the fact we’re all around a bit more. By next week we will all be at home, but we’re open for business as usual and here to support all of our clients through these challenging times. We’d like to take this opportunity to wish you and your families all the best.

While onboard, Rebecca explored the ship’s stunning contemporary interiors, watched an amazing acrobatic performance and sampled the best Mexican meal she’s ever had in the Pink Agarve restaurant. In addition, she attended a press conference, where Virgin founder Sir Richard Branson, Virgin Voyages CEO Tom McAlpin and several other executives discussed the inspiration behind the brand, the ship and the adult-only cruise experience.

“Scarlet Lady is the culmination of 50 years of practice...every little detail is incredible,” said Branson.

Rebecca also interviewed Virgin Voyages’ Dee Cooper to ask how she worked with a collective of interior designers to bring the 'modern romance of sailing' to Scarlet Lady. The interview will appear in the 2020 issue of Cruise & Ferry Interiors, so subscribe to make sure you don’t miss it!

Read more about the event or head to our Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages to see photos.

Alex celebrated with MSC Cruises as it took delivery of MSC Grandiosa from Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire and sailed to Le Havre. His favourite areas of the ship included the virtual reality maze and the large LED screen covering the ship’s internal promenade – the tasty food was also a big hit with Alex and everyone else onboard!

Meanwhile, Richard joined Norwegian Cruise Line on Norwegian Encore’s pre-inaugural cruise from Germany to England. Among Richard’s many highlights were the amazing food, the theatre shows and, of course, trying out the electric go karts on the top-deck speedway!

Visit CruiseandFerry.net to read more about both trips and head to our Twitter and Facebook pages to see some of the photos.

As well as demonstrating a wide variety of cutting edge solutions for every element of the automotive journey – from product lifecycle management tools such as PTC’s Windchill to innovative driving connectivity tools like those from Cubic Telecom – Microsoft’s partner village also played host to the world’s fastest autonomous vehicle, the Robocar from Roborace.

FEV was also at the event, introducing visitors to the prototype of SVEN (shared vehicle electric native), which proved to be a real hit with German Chancellor Angela Merkel.

The Lord-Lieutenant of Cheshire, David Briggs M.B.E, presented the awards on behalf of Her Majesty the Queen.

"Over the past 20 years Tudor Rose has produced 35 publications in collaboration with the United Nations, covering a wide range of human development issues," explains Leigh Trowbridge, a director at Tudor Rose. "On the back of this success, and having recently completed substantial projects for clients such as KAICIID and the Islamic Development Bank, we’re busy enlarging the scope of our reach in order to take on more projects within the human development sector. To more clearly define our offering to that sector we’ve designated that part of our business the Human Development Forum."

The next volume in the series of publications "A Better World" focuses on GOAL 14: Life Below Water and will be published in time for the 2020 Ocean Conference, Lisbon, June 2020.

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As it is published, technology companies are getting ready for Inspire, Microsoft’s annual partner conference in Las Vegas. The event is a major highlight of the issue, offering readers a taste of what to expect and giving partners the chance to promote their innovative solutions.

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Boasting a fresh new design and more content than ever before, our new issue offers exclusive insights from cruise and ferry executives, designers, outfitters, product manufacturers and other stakeholders across the passenger ship interior design industry. Through various features, interviews, case studies and thought leadership articles, we explore how experts are collaborating to create exciting and vibrant onboard spaces that leave a lasting impression.

Subscribe to view the digital edition of Cruise & Ferry Interiors, or order a printed copy

Focusing on the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, A Better World: Volume 5 covers Goal 11: Making cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable. This book explores the implementation of best practices in the achievement of that goal across the world.

By focusing on the experiences and livelihoods of people, especially those in vulnerable human habitats, the book shows the benefits of best policy and practices, and how these may develop further as we come to terms with a changing and more turbulent world.

Since 1999 Tudor Rose has published 29 books in partnership with the United Nations and its agencies, covering a diverse range of subjects from disaster reduction, water management and climate science to intercultural dialogue and humanitarian assistance.

The opportunity to catch up with ASGCA members – pictured here in their distinctive tartan jackets – also helps keep us up-to-date on golf course design projects for coverage in our own magazine, Golf Course Architecture. This meeting comes hot on the heels of a similar event in Paris, for the European Institute of Golf Course Architects, at the start of the month. Read about both in the next issue of Golf Course Architecture!

It was an extremely valuable trip, enabling them to catch up with many friends in the industry, meet lots of new faces and gather some great stories and ideas for future issues.

“The Golf Industry Show is one of the best events for the magazine,” Benedict said. “No other event brings together so many of our clients and prospects. All of the major products and service companies were there, including constructors, irrigation firms and bunker solutions experts. The event also attracts lots of architects. We hosted many American Society for Golf Course Architects (ASGCA) members on our stand over the two days. Many other European architects and non ASGCA members also attended the show and stopped by the GCA stand for a chat.”

From a young age Tom has been a technology enthusiast and is always on the lookout for those cutting edge developments that disrupt the market. He’s also a big team player, with over 10 years of experience in project management, business development and marketing.

Outside of the office he enjoys playing squash and keeping fit in the gym. He’s also a big fan of Formula 1 and rugby.

The redesign of both publications, completed by our graphic designer Libby Sidebotham, celebrates the main magazine reaching its fifty-fifth issue! The number means that we have entered our fourth ‘round of 18’ in golfing terms.

The latest issue includes a main feature that considers the lost courses of China; a news section that covers a two-course development in Greece, designed by José María Olazábal’s firm; an exclusive interview with Henrik Stenson and Christian Lundin, who are collaborating at Österåkers Golfklubb in Sweden; and we bring reports on the new layout at Dubai Hills Golf Club in the United Arab Emirates, Ombria Resort in Portugal, and Stevens Point in Wisconsin, USA.

• View the digital edition of the January 2019 issue of Golf Course Architecture
• View the digital edition of GCA Green Pages 2019 supplier directory
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As a representative of International Cruise & Ferry Review, Elly was invited to learn more about TUI’s efforts to improve sustainability and reduce the ship’s environmental impact. It also gave her the opportunity to explore a cruise ship for the first time and even stay onboard the ship.

Elly’s first work trip was a resounding success and gave her an opportunity to learn a lot about the cruise industry first-hand.

The event gave our team the chance to meet up with many partners that have featured in Golf Course Architecture over the years, as well as being listed in the recently published supplier directory, Green Pages.

It was Richard’s first time at BTME and he found it a really valuable experience.

Not wanting to pass up the challenge, members of our delivery and sales teams got together and created several masterpieces.

The effort was well worth it, because we won! Thanks to Forbo Flooring Systems for sending us a huge box of chocolates as a prize.

We hope that this will help Tudor Rose to reduce stigma around mental health and provide a safe space where people know they can talk openly without judgement. We think that this will be a big step forward in preventing mental ill health occurring in employees and create a more positive culture.

The qualification, run by MHFA England at the Tigers Stadium, involved a series of discussions and practical exercises teaching everyday skills. This will enable Libby to spot early signs of mental ill health and be able to signpost someone towards the appropriate support.

Elly has an enviable CV. Not only has she achieved a first class degree in Linguistics at the University of York, but she’s also attained A-grade A-levels in Latin, maths and physics. She’s also gained valuable work experience at What’s On Media Group, undertaking proof-reading and editing duties.

Outside work Elly fills her time embroidering recycled clothing and trying out new vegan recipes, although she struggles tearing herself away from her new adopted cat.

Welcome to the team Elly!

The event gave Rebecca valuable insights into Bentley Systems’ newest products and the latest technology trends that are transforming how companies in the architecture, construction, engineering and infrastructure development industries operate.

Rebecca was also able to meet up with some of the Bentley Systems’ marketing team who have been working with The Record recently.

Not only did he head to Lisbon, Portugal for the Seatrade Med event to hear the latest cruise industry updates, but he also travelled to Cancun, Mexico for the annual Interferry conference. Here, he was delighted to learn about the new challenges and opportunities facing the global ferry industry.

Jon was also lucky enough to be invited on two familiarisation trips this summer – one with Cruise Norway (read his three-part report on CruiseandFerry.net for full details) and another with Var Provence Cruise Club. The latter gave Jon the chance to test some of the new shore excursions that are now available to cruise guests, including trips to lavender fields, sailing and tours on mountain or electric bicycles.

By focusing on the experiences and livelihoods of people, especially those in vulnerable human habitats, the book shows the benefits of best policy and practices, and how these may develop further as we come to terms with a changing and more turbulent world. This innovative endeavour is a striking example of sharing respective resources to engage the many official governmental, international organisations, institutional and professional interests in displaying the extent and variety of their efforts to make the world a better place.

Since 1999 Tudor Rose has published 28 books in partnership with the United Nations and its agencies, covering a diverse range of subjects from disaster reduction, water management and climate science to intercultural dialogue and humanitarian assistance.

With publishing experience, a keen interest in golf and an award-winning book, TV and film blog, we are certain that he will be a real asset to the team.

Welcome aboard Richard!

The event provided a valuable opportunity for Lindsay and Libby to finally meet Anne-Laure Jozan, Efma’s head of content for APAC, who is based in Singapore and who they have been dealing with for many years. They also met up with many other familiar faces at Efma, including Karine Coutinho, Hannah Moisand and Boris Plantier.

Jon Ingleton, our executive editor, travelled to St. Petersburg in Russia for the Cruise Europe Conference at the end of April, getting some great insights into the challenges and opportunities facing European cruise ports. He also managed to squeeze in a mini cruise onboard Royal Caribbean International’s Independence of the Seas when she arrived at her new Southampton homeport after an extensive refit. Next up was the MedCruise General Assembly in Valletta, Malta, where Jon enjoyed hearing about the latest trends in the Mediterranean, and a trip to London to meet representatives from Norwegian ports during Norway Day at the end of May.

Meanwhile, our long-standing account manager Benedict set foot on his first cruise ship when he was invited to join Marella Cruises for Marella Explorer’s christening in Palma, Spain this May. Formerly TUI Cruises’ Mein Schiff 1, the vessel was refurbished and rebranded ahead of her move to join the Marella Cruises fleet.

"TUI’s team has invested a lot of time speaking with passengers when planning Marella Explorer’s features because it was clear during our tour that every inch of the ship has been carefully considered,” says Benedict. “My hat goes off to Trimline, which completely reinvigorated the ship’s interior during an incredibly short four-week dry dock! The staff were very welcoming and attentive and I’m sure the ship will delight passengers for years to come."

Shelly comes with over 24 years of experience in media publishing, working across both consumer titles focused on the automotive, outdoors and skiing markets as well as business-to-business titles in construction, architecture and interior design.

In her spare time Shelly enjoys drinking wine, cooking, music, travelling and camping.

This volume reflects the progress and challenges in this essential topic, highlighting good practices in a wide variety of societies and disciplines.

Once again, the industry’s biggest event did not disappoint, and our executive editor Jon Ingleton and account manager Kimberley McClean were delighted to catch up with many of our valued partners – and meet some new ones! We’re already looking forward to working with Greece’s Port of Volos and numerous others in our next issue.

We were also proud to showcase our Spring/Summer 2018 issue of International Cruise & Ferry Review, which features a keynote with Carnival Corporation’s president and CEO Arnold Donald, as well as exclusive interviews, commentaries, features and reports from some of the biggest names in the cruise, ferry, ports and marine supply industries.

Head to CruiseandFerry.net and our social media sites to catch up on the latest cruise news and see our photos from the event.

Could these recipes, along with photos of varying quality, be somehow transformed into a shiny, printed recipe book… in little over three weeks?!
Remarkably the answer was yes.

BBC Children in Need were delighted with the draft design, and in particular our flair and interpretation of their brand marketing style guidelines. Radio Leicester were equally ecstatic and so it was all systems go.

Down to the hardwork and creativity of the Tudor Rose team, alongside the wonderful folk at Radio Leicester, 2,000 copies of this beautiful recipe book were delivered in time for BBC Children in Need day on Friday 17 November.

A wonderful project which we are pleased to have been able to execute in rapid time and contribute a valuable donation that will hopefully benefit children who need it most.

Happy cooking!

As well as manning the phones and greeting visitors, Emma is providing administrative support and helping with day-to-day office management. With many years’ experience working in similar roles, Emma is an expert at juggling priorities – a skill that has been further honed thanks to bringing up four children and looking after her French bulldog Pierre.

We’re delighted to have Emma on board!

Kimberley spent the day exploring many of the impressive stands in the exhibition halls, taking the opportunity to introduce International Cruise & Ferry Review to tourist boards and shore excursion providers from around the world. She also had some great meetings with representatives from organisations like Tourism Lanzarote, Panama Tourism Authority, Tourism Prince Edward Island, Visit the USA and crewing provider RSR Nemo.

In between meetings, Kimberley also had time to explore the halls and is now looking forward to reconnecting with everyone she met at the event.

It was a busy day, beginning with the keynote where key Microsoft spokespeople spoke to an audience of over 20,000 attendees, outlining their vision for the future of enterprise business. Lindsay and Lizzie then explored the expo hall and met up with a number of The Record’s key advertisers. After a quick lunch in the press room, Lindsay conducted a number of interviews in preparation for the next issue of the magazine.

Representing the Cruise and Ferry team were executive editor Jon Ingleton and account manager Christian Jones, who both relished the opportunity to meet with our valued partners and key industry players.

Jon and Christian were also delighted to receive very positive feedback about our latest issues of International Cruise & Ferry Review, Cruise & Ferry Interiors and the Itinerary Planning Special Report 2017, which were given to every delegate.

"We met with many of the ferry CEOs, who all love the magazine," says Jon. "Mike Corrigan and the whole Interferry team put on a magnificent event, we are very proud to collaborate with the association. Another highlight was our chat with German Orozco, chairman of Mexican ferry operator Ultramar, which is hosting the 2018 event in Cancun. Look out for his interviews in our 2018 issues!"

Pictured is Croatia’s Prime Minister Andrej Plenković, who welcomed the ferry industry to the conference.

It’s a great issue. If you have a chance to take a look then don’t miss the cover story which takes a look at how digital transformation is challenging traditional business models, featuring comment from Toni Townes-Whitley, Microsoft’s corporate vice-president of Industry.

We hope you like it!