2025 Schedule at a Glance

Dedicating an entire day to the ports and destinations sector, industry leaders offer practical solutions and tools to navigate challenges, and help discover emerging opportunities in this dynamic sector.

Join us for an immersive experience tailored for both students and industry professionals at Seatrade Cruise Global on Monday 07 April from 01:00 PM to 05:00 PM. Together we will explore the vast ocean of career opportunities within the cruise industry and discuss how the industry can continue to evolve to attract the next generation of talent!

Cruising's top leaders dive into the industry's critical issues in 2025 and beyond including opportunities and challenges, supply and demand, reaching new markets, the orderbook — which ballooned in 2024 — product innovation and AI's role, Europe as a bellwether for policy, thoughts on Asia, infrastructure investments including how private destinations are reshaping Caribbean deployment, and an update on the important Sustainable Maritime Fuels Coalition. Plus: How do they envision cruising in 40 years?

This sesson is sponsored by the Hong Kong Tourism Board. 

Expo floor opens at 11 AM!

This programme is solely devoted to cruise retail. Topics include appealing to the next generation, cruise retail's key categories, embracing technology, and more!

For the first time, top cruise acts hit the stage at this year's event - showcasing world-class talent and fresh entertainment trends. See live performances and connect directly with leading agencies like Don Casino Entertainment Agency, 2 Funny Entertainment, and DCA Productions.

Connect directly with your cruise retail experts and peers in an intimate setting.

Meet with fellow cruise entertainment decision-makers, exchange ideas, and collaborate on engaging concepts for the future.

Join thousands of your peers for the official opening celebration of the week. Drink and dine with us as you build your network and take in the sun drenched views of the city.

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.

This programme is solely devoted to cruise retail. Topics include appealing to the next generation, cruise retail's key categories, embracing technology, and more!

In partnership with Women's International Shipping & Trading Association (WISTA), the brunch will feature a panel discussion with inspirational women in the industry. Join us on Thurs 10 Apr, 11:00 AM – 01:00 PM. Find out more.