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Is the Future of Tech AI?

Yes, but it’s so much more too: machine learning, virtual and augmented reality, keyless and wearable tech, robotics, automation, data science to name just a handful of the IT developments revolutionising cruise.

Are You Up to Speed?

The IT revolution

The IT revolution

IT is the fastest-paced and widest-reaching sector in cruise, which means keeping up is a marathon, not a sprint. 2025 tech education will provide you with insights on product, implementation, and impact – helping you future-proof for tomorrow.

The expanding market

The expanding market

From multiscreen streaming solutions to digital health products to telecomms equipment, IoT, ICT consultancies, cybersecurity, guest technology & booking providers, satellite ISPs, and much more, the list of those servicing cruise IT is growing.

The easiest way to link up

The easiest way to link up

Find numerous specialist IT providers on the show floor, prebook meetings via A.I. powered matchmaking and meet in the onsite lounge, and don't miss drinks and lively conversation at the Tech & IT Networking Reception.

Conference programme

2025 Topics Included:

View the full programme

1-1 Interview: MSC Cruise Terminal

AI Panel

Connected Data Panel: Filling the Gaps

Crew Panel

Port/Cruise Line – Digital Standards

Tech Zone
Innovation in cruise
Tech Day
Focusing on the latest technological advancements in the cruise industry, Tech Day will delve into topics like AI, technologies’ impact on recruitment & retention, digital standardisation, connectivity and challenges both on board and shoreside.
Tech Zone
Your neighborhood
The Tech Zone
In partnership with nevetal, the Tech Zone is an immersive feature area on the show floor showcasing the latest cruise technology. The expanded Tech Zone will feature nine new to cruise companies in an immersive setting.

Attend If You Hold these Job Titles

  • Chief Information Officer
  • Director, Fleet IT Systems & Guest Tech
  • Director, IT
  • IT Purchasing Senior Buyer
  • Manager, Shipboard Technology
  • Senior Manager, Global Guest Connectivity
  • Strategic Sourcing Director, Tech & Innovation
  • VP, IT Infrastructure & Fleet Technology
  • VP, IT Ports & Destinations Technology
  • VP, IT Sourcing
  • VP, Technology
Meet Your Ambassador
Our Information Technology Ambassador, Ian Richardson, launched nevetal in 2007 and is now a leading global consultant on tech implementation for the cruise, healthcare and travel industries.
Ian Richardson
Ian Richardson
Information Technology

CEO & Co-Founder, nevetal

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