With cruise activities continuing to grow, the cruise world and related decision makers take initiatives aiming to handle the produced externalities. Among the key environmental issues is the handling of the various wastes produced on cruise ships. In recent times, cruise lines and ports have...

The paper analyses the structures of the cruise industry market in the Mediterranean region, and the impact of EU policy initiatives on Mediterranean cruise operators. This most dynamic market is experiencing a remarkable restructuring, involved increased demand and a consolidation trend that...