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The first cruise ship powered partially by liquid hydrogen fuel cells was floated out at Fincantieri’s Ancona shipyard on March 19, 2026. It will refuel using containerized liquid hydrogen deliveries at ports due to the lack of bunkering infrastructure.

European river cruises face rising cancellations and itinerary changes in 2026 due to historic low water levels on major rivers and heatwaves with temperatures up to 40°C. Operators such as Avalon Waterways and Viking Cruises are adjusting routes and using flexible vessels to manage disruptions.

Carnival Cruise Line has cancelled nine sailings aboard Carnival Jubilee from Galveston between August and December 2027. Passengers are offered rebooking with onboard credit or full refunds.