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MXP – one platform for human resources management

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Written by Teijo Niemelä Teijo Niemelä

Category: Products & services Products & services

Published: 19 November 2025 19 November 2025

The highly mature and feature-rich MXP Enterprise Employee Management addresses the specific needs of the cruise industry. It provides solutions for key challenges such as workforce shortages, costly recruitment and HR operations, time-intensive training and onboarding, and the loss of skilled employees. Office administration users, agencies, and shipboard teams benefit from streamlined processes - saving time, reducing costs, and strengthening employee retention.

Key benefits
– Stronger Talent Attraction - the MXP Recruitment Portal makes engaging career opportunities easy to find.
– Automated Workflows - hired applicants are seamlessly converted into employee accounts with instant access to the MXP Self-service Portal and assigned courses.
– Cost Savings - automation streamlines recruitment and HR processes through centralized data management and multiple batch functionalities.
– Consistent Learning - automated eLearning and training ensure standardized assignments tailored to roles, contracts, and emergency duties.
– Full Transparency - all Human Resources processes in one system accessible to recruitment agencies, manning agents, office users, and supervisors.
– High Efficiency - advanced scheduling tools with traffic light indicators support data- driven decisions and time-efficient batch communication.
– Empowered Employees - foster talent growth with career path planning, cross- training, and performance tracking.
– Easy Access - one secure self-service portal provides all key information at a glance, including digital contract signing, travel details, boarding letters, onboard accounts, and pay slips.
– Trusted Compliance - alignment with GDPR, HIPAA, SOX, ISO 9001, and ILO MLC 2006 ensure global regulatory confidence.

With the new regional office in the Philippines, MXP takes the next step in strengthening its global presence and customer support network. This expansion underlines MXP’s long-term commitment to partnership and proximity to its clients, ensuring cruise lines worldwide continue to benefit from advanced, reliable technology and dedicated service.

MXP launches MXP365 Smart Messaging

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Written by Teijo Niemelä Teijo Niemelä

Category: Products & services Products & services

Published: 04 November 2025 04 November 2025

A new communication channel empowers cruise lines to engage guests instantly – fully integrated into the MXP365 Digital Guest Journey, available pre-cruise, onboard, and post- cruise.

Cruise lines often face fragmented systems, delayed updates, and missed chances to connect with guests. With MXP365 Messaging guests receive timely updates, tailored information, and personalized promotions through the MXP365 app, MXP iTV, and MXP digital signage. With AI-driven recommendations and instant promotions, MXP365 Messaging inspires guests to explore exciting activities and onboard experiences.

Key Benefits
– Personalized guest experience – Individual recommendations make guests feel recognized.
– Revenue growth – promotion of vacancies, upgrades and packages increases sales.
– Operational efficiency – push alerts inform guests of last-minute changes.
– Efficient group communication – tailored updates simplify coordination for large parties and themed events.
“Besides MXP365 Messaging unlocking new revenue opportunities, the ships benefit from enhanced operational capabilities," said Nancy Schwarze, Product Owner MXP365.

With MXP365 Messaging, cruise lines strengthen their position as digital leaders in guest communication – setting new standards for efficiency, engagement, and growth across the industry. The MXP365 Digital Guest Journey is offered as a cloud-based or on-premise solution, giving cruise lines a new set of tools.

MacGregor secures order for nine new ropax vessels for Finnlines, Grimaldi and Minoan Lines

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Written by Teijo Niemelä Teijo Niemelä

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Published: 18 November 2025 18 November 2025

MacGregor has been selected to supply cargo access solutions for nine new RoPax vessels as part of the Grimaldi Group’s major fleet renewal plan. This significant order includes cargo access equipment for three vessels for Finnlines, four for Grimaldi Euromed, and two for Minoan Lines. The vessels will be built at China Merchants Industry Weihai Shipyard Co., Ltd.

The order was booked to MacGregor’s third quarter 2025 orders received.

This order is the result of a collaborative approach with all project stakeholders, ensuring the delivery of solutions that perfectly meet the specific requirements of the vessels and the customer. The order includes two different vessel designs:

– Three ships for Finnlines, with a capacity of 5,400 lane meters and 1,000 passengers, destined for the Baltic Sea.
– Six ships (four for Grimaldi Euromed and two for Minoan Lines), with a capacity of 3,300 lane meters and 2,500 passengers, for the Mediterranean and Adriatic Sea networks.

“This is a fantastic achievement that reinforces our commitment to our customers,” says Magnus Sjöberg, Executive Vice President, Merchant Solutions Division, MacGregor. “By collaborating closely with the owner and our key partners, we were able to demonstrate our ability to deliver the right solutions to meet their specific needs. This order is a clear testament to the collective expertise of our global team.”

Damen Shiprepair Brest achieves milestone in green cruise ships refits

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Written by Teijo Niemelä Teijo Niemelä

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Published: 03 November 2025 03 November 2025

Damen Shiprepair Brest has just marked the conclusion of its 50th cruise ship project since becoming part of the Damen Shipyards Group in 2012. Over the past years, the yard has been using its facilities, knowledge and extensive experience of the cruise sector to advance efficiency and sustainable performance.

"Damen Shipyards is taking a clear leadership role in driving the global transformation toward sustainable maritime solutions. With the ambition to become the world’s most sustainable and connected maritime solutions provider, Damen is implementing innovative approaches across its worldwide operations," the company said in a statement.

This commitment is especially evident in the ship repair and refit sector, where Damen Shiprepair Brest is fulfilling its role, supporting and servicing its clients with advanced, environmentally responsible solutions. The Brest yard, home to one of Europe’s largest docks and strategically located near the English Channel, is at the forefront of sustainable change delivering green refits for cruise ships. Through its work, the yard enables customers to benefit from enhanced efficiency, reduced emissions, and extended vessel lifespans, actively shaping the future of sustainable shipping.

Recently, Damen Shiprepair Brest has completed such a refit on the 340-metre Disney Fantasy – its fiftieth cruise project in the last ten years. The project follows one with a similar scope undertaken by the yard to sister vessel Disney Dream last year.

In its execution of projects such as these, the yard has developed a strong track record in preparing cruise vessels for more sustainable operations. Work has included installation of increasingly efficient propulsion and manoeuvring systems, application of biocide-free silicon paint systems, and even the in-house fabrication of bulbous bows of 160 tons to reduce resistance in the water, thereby lowering fuel consumption and emissions.

Well placed to serve the sector

The yard is well placed to serve the cruise sector, both geographically and in terms of its high standard facilities. One of its primary assets is its drydock number 3 at 420 x 80 metres. In addition, it has in place a team of over 180 personnel well-versed in undertaking complex, large-scale and logistically challenging projects.

Damen Shiprepair Brest also enjoys long-standing relationships with numerous suppliers and co-workers. This includes MEYER Group member Meyer RE, with which Damen Shiprepair has developed a long-standing cooperation for the express purpose of increasing cruise ship efficiency. The yard’s success in serving the cruise industry is perhaps best demonstrated by the long-term relationships it enjoys with its clients.

Strength in collaboration

Damen Shiprepair Brest Commercial Director Ronan Scolan said, “Our ability to deliver these ambitious vessel transformations comes from the skill of our personnel, our on-site facilities and the strength of our collaborations. Loyal customers such as Disney Cruise Line – and many others – have trusted us with 50 cruise vessel projects over the past decade. Our collaboration with Meyer RE, with whom we work hand-in-hand on complex engineering projects, and with our strong network of local subcontractors with whom we’ve built long-lasting partnerships, are also an important part of our success. This collective expertise is what truly drives us forward and enables us to support the maritime industry’s transition towards greater sustainability.”