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Cruise Shipping Virtual Registration Opens 
 
PRINCETON, N.J., Sept. 8 /PRNewswire-AsiaNet/ -- 
 
    Online registration for Cruise Shipping Virtual, the online event 
focusing on sustainability for the cruise industry, is now open at 
 
    Complimentary registration includes admission to the two educational 
webinars, opportunities to meet suppliers showcasing new products and 
services, and to network with industry leaders via live group chats. 
 
    Organized in association with Sustainable Travel International, the 
1-hour webinars included in the virtual event will focus on sustainable 
tourism issues. These webinars are part of a three-tiered series for the 
Green Travel Certificate Program administered in partnership with Sustainable 
Travel International which will include both online and face-to-face 
conference sessions. 
 
    The focus of the Green Travel Certificate Program is to educate travel 
professionals and suppliers on the benefits associated with sustainable 
tourism. To participate in the program attendees must attend a designated 
number of sessions either online or at the physical event. Upon completion 
they will be supplied with a certificate and recognition at the Miami event 
representing that they have taken the initiative to learn about this 
important topic. 
 
    "The cruise industry is highly committed to minimizing our environmental 
footprint and contributing the conservation of the oceans and places we 
visit. By participating in Cruise Shipping Miami's Virtual Event - two 
webinars and the certificate program - you will help demonstrate to us that 
you are also committed to helping us in this important work," states Jamie 
Sweeting, Vice President, Environmental Stewardship & Global Chief 
Environmental Officer, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. 
 
    Following is the webinar schedule: 
  
    Greening of the Supply Chain: 10:30 AM (EST) 
 
    Green supply chain management practices can help you open the door to new 
markets of consumers and can save you money. In this one-hour webinar / 
workshop, industry experts and leading vendors will share a variety of green 
solutions and doable options that teach you how to easily integrate 
sustainable supply chain management practices into your operations or refine 
your existing approach. This is turn will help reduce your environmental 
footprint and increase your level of corporate social responsibility and 
profitability. 
 
    Sustainable Tourism 101- Entering the World of Green Travel: 2:30 PM (EST) 
 
    In this one-hour webinar / workshop, you will be provided with an 
overview of the growing market of conscientious consumers and the global 
movement toward sustainable travel and tourism. It will cover the definitions 
of related terminology, the benefits of engaging in sustainability, related 
principles and concepts combined with case studies from around the world. You 
will leave this session with a clear understanding of sustainable tourism and 
the benefits of entering the world of green travel. 
 
    Note this schedule is subject to change. 
 
    The event takes place online on September 28, 2010. 
 
    There is no cost to attend this event however attendees do have to 
pre-register. To register please visit: 
 
    EVENT CONTACT: Additional information for Cruise Shipping Virtual is 
 
    To learn about the Green Travel Certificate Program visit: 
 
    EXHIBITING INFORMATION: Companies which are interested in exhibiting 
please email sales@cruiseshippingmiami.com 
 
    About UBM Live 
    UBM Live is a wholly owned subsidiary of United Business Media plc (LSE: 
UBM) a leading provider of business information services to the maritime, 
travel, fashion, technology, healthcare, media, and property industries. UBM 
offers services in trade shows, online, news distribution, and publishing to 
customers across the globe. Its brands are represented in more than 30 
countries and are organized into specialist teams that serve their business 
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    About Sustainable Travel International 
    Sustainable Travel International  
non-profit organization whose mission is to promote sustainable development 
through responsible travel by providing programs that help travelers, 
businesses and destinations protect the environment, preserve cultural 
heritage and contribute to economic development. 
 
 
SOURCE  UBM Live 
 
    CONTACT: PRESS, Allison Dowd, +1-609-759-4772, allison.dowd@ubm.com; or 
Brian T. Mullis, +1-503-488-5500, brianm@sustainabletravel.com