Carnival Cruise Line has promoted Cesare Costigliolo to captain, marking a major career milestone nearly two decades after he first joined the company as a deck cadet.
The promotion was celebrated during a ceremony at Carnival's Fleet Operations Center in Miami, where Costigliolo officially stepped into his new role as captain.
Martel Fursdon, Staff Captain with Carnival UK, has been awarded the Merchant Navy Medal for Meritorious Service, one of the UK maritime sector’s most prestigious honors.
Fursdon, who has served aboard both P&O Cruises and Cunard ships during more than four years with Carnival UK, was recognized for her contribution to maritime safety, mentorship, inclusion and the development of future seafarers.
Behind every crew member and officer, there is a remarkable story shaped by dreams, sacrifices and years of hard work. Before Captain Ivan Mladina took command of Carnival cruise ships, he represented Croatia at two Olympic Games and won two medals at the Mediterranean Games.
Born in Split, Croatia, Mladina made his Olympic debut at Sydney 2000, competing in the 100-meter butterfly and the 4x100-meter freestyle relay. Four years later, he returned to the Olympics in Athens as a member of Croatia’s 4x100-meter freestyle relay team.
Carnival Cruise Line has adjusted the itinerary for Carnival Splendor’s September 9, 2026 sailing after reduced channel depths made it unsafe for the ship to reach the Cairns Cruise Terminal.
Instead of docking in Cairns, Carnival Splendor will anchor at Yorkeys Knob on September 13. Guests will be transported ashore by water shuttles and will still be able to visit Cairns.
Carnival Breeze sustained minor exterior damage while docking in Cozumel, Mexico, on Monday, August 31, 2026.
Passengers aboard Carnival Jubilee, which was docked nearby, photographed marks and a small indentation on the lower section of the ship’s hull, close to the waterline. Witnesses said Carnival Breeze made contact with the pier while maneuvering into position.
Carnival promoted Daniela Gargiulo, the first woman in the company's history to serve as Staff Captain.
The appointment was celebrated on August 5 during a special ceremony aboard Carnival Adventure as the ship sailed back to Sydney from the South Pacific. Captain Francesco Bencivenga officially welcomed Gargiulo into her new role as his second-in-command.
Carnival Cruise Line is testing a new underwater robotic cleaning system aboard Carnival Pride, becoming the first ship in the fleet to use the technology as part of the company's efforts to improve efficiency and reduce its environmental impact.
A 44-year-old Georgia man was arrested after the cruise ship Carnival Glory returned to Port Canaveral, Florida, following allegations that he assaulted two children while they were playing aboard the ship.
Carnival Cruise Line Cruise Director Todd Evans has announced that he is leaving the company after 16 years. Known to many guests for his high-energy personality and signature catchphrase, Evans shared the news on social media, saying it was time to begin a new chapter in his career.
Evans shared the news with fans on social media, reflecting on the experiences and friendships he built during his years with Carnival.
Carnival Cruise Line is celebrating the first anniversary of its private destination, Celebration Key on Grand Bahama, marking a successful first year that has seen the destination welcome more than 2.4 million guests.
