Seatrade Cruise Med Announces 2022 Programming Aimed to “Steer Change Together”

COLCHESTER, England (29 June 2022) – Seatrade Cruise Med, the only gathering of its kind for the global cruise industry in the Mediterranean and its adjoining seas, returns to the Trade Fairs and Congress Center of Málaga, 14-15 September 2022. In partnership with MedCruise, and hosted by the Port of Málaga, Málaga City Council, Costa del Sol and Andalucía, the conference and exhibition will feature influential discussions with headlining notable leaders from the Mediterranean’s preeminent cruise lines.  

 

“After a four-year hiatus, we’re delighted to host our international community in the beautiful city of Málaga, at the heart of the second largest cruise destination in the world,” says Chiara Giorgi, Global Brand and Event Director for Seatrade Cruise. “Our tailored programming with +18 sessions specifically curated for the Mediterranean will guide the future of cruising. As we reassess the industry’s overall impact and direction, the cruise community continues to collaborate to deliver enriching, comfortable and above all, safe, cruising.”

Leading the Way Through Innovative Programming

The Seatrade Cruise Med programme will feature expert speakers addressing the Mediterranean’s most relevant issues and trends through a line-up of engaging panels and conversations. Inspired by this year’s conference theme, “Steering Change Together,” the dynamic dialogue will explore the latest developments across sustainability, shoreside experiences, ports & destinations, technology, expedition cruising, luxury cruising and beyond.

Confirmed sessions and moderators for 2022 include:

• State of the Mediterranean Cruise Industry Keynote
• Alternative Fuels: Alternative Options, and The Changing Geography of Med: Adapting and Improvising
• Beyond the Poles: Expedition Workshop
• Human vs Machine – The Impact of Technology on Shoreside Experiences
• Are you Fit for 55?– Moving Towards a Carbon-Free Future

Free-to-attend sessions on the Showcase Deck of the exhibition floor also explore topics including up-and-coming destinations, health & safety, IT developments and additional interviews with cruise executives.

CLIA Ports & Destinations Dialogue (Tuesday 13 September)

Hosted by Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), this invitation-only event is designed to create meaningful discourse on the port and destination’s role in the growth of the Mediterranean cruise industry. The gathering will include roundtable discussions, presentations and concurrent sessions, alongside opportunities to network with industry leaders and influencers. Separate registration is required.

 

Seatrade Cruise Awards (Wednesday 14 September)

Seatrade Cruise Awards, the global cruise industry’s most distinguished award programme, will host its 2022 awards ceremony during the two-day event, recognising the industry’s top talent and innovators. Entries for the 2022 Seatrade Cruise Awards are now open for submission.

For the full event schedule, please visit website link.

 

Registration Now Open

Seatrade Cruise Med offers flexible attendee registration options. Those who register before and including 8 July 2022, can take advantage of Super Early Bird pricing. For pricing options and to register for the event, CLICK HERE.

Press registration information can be found HERE.

SAVE THE DATE:

Seatrade Cruise Global 2023 | 1-4 May 2023 (Expo 2-4 May)

Seatrade Europe 2023 | 6-8 September 2023

Seatrade Cruise Asia Pacific| TBD 2023

\About Seatrade Cruise

Serving the international cruise community since 1970, Seatrade Cruise is the industry’s leading platform for collaborating, innovating and connecting. Comprised of the largest cruise events and trades shows, news channels, virtual programming resources and coveted awards programs, the Seatrade Cruise portfolio reaches more than 20,000 professionals, 4,000 suppliers, 80 cruise line brands and 130 countries.

For more information on Seatrade Cruise Events visit www.seatradecruiseevents.com. For access to the latest news and industry updates visit www.seatrade-cruise.com.

Seatrade Cruise Events are organized by Informa Markets, a leading B2B information services group and the largest B2B Events organizer in the world. To learn more and for the latest news and information, visit www.informamarkets.com.