Seatrade unveils panel for 2023 state of the Asia-Pacific cruise Industry

Seatrade Cruise Asia Pacific has announced its 2023 State of the Asia Pacific Cruise industry keynote panel, set to kick off two days of robust programming featuring leading voices in the industry.

Following a four-year hiatus, the highly anticipated conference, supported by the Hong Kong Tourism Board, will welcome the cruise community Oct. 24-26 at the JW Marriott Hong Kong.

Inspired by the conference theme, Rebuilding Asia Cruising Together, the keynote panel will set the stage for a two-track programme of dynamic panels and sessions. 

Mary Bond, group portfolio director for Seatrade Cruise will lead an engaging dialogue with international and regional cruise industry leaders to delve into the revival of Asian Cruising. 

The conversation will explore collaborative strategies to propel the industry forward, fostering renewed traveller interest and sharing best practices for a seamless restart, including inter-destination cooperation and contingency planning.

Featured panellists include:

• Roger Chen, Managing Director, Adora Cruises
• Hervé Gastinel, CEO, Ponant
• Michael Goh, President, Resorts World Cruises
• Bert Hernandez, SVP International, Royal Caribbean International
• Shoichiro Yamashita, Head of Cruise Business Unit, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd.

“Collaboration plays a key role in continuing the cruise momentum in the Asia region, and Seatrade is excited to be back in Hong Kong with dedicated programming and networking opportunities designed to spark ideas and create new synergies,” said Chiara Giorgi, global brand and event director for Seatrade Cruise. “From discussing lessons learnt from the restart, sustainable infrastructure, and talent recruitment to overall strategies for getting Asia back on the map for international cruisers, our robust programme offers much to learn, share and discover.”

The State of the Asia Pacific Cruise Industry Keynote will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on Oct. 25.

Seatrade Cruise Asia Pacific offers flexible attendee registration options. Those who register by Sept. 22 can take advantage of Early Bird pricing. For pricing details and to register for the event, visit the Seatrade Cruise Asia Pacific website.

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