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Virtual Event to Focus on Sustainable Issues for Cruise Industry
PRINCETON, N.J., Aug. 5 /PRNewswire-AsiaNet/ --
The organizers of Cruise Shipping Miami, the international exhibition and
conference serving the cruise industry, are pleased to announce the launch of
Cruise Shipping Virtual, a 100% online exhibition and conference slated for
September 28, 2010.
The second in the series of Cruise Shipping Virtual Events, is an
innovative and interactive way for suppliers and buyers to meet in a virtual
environment. The one-day event will focus on sustainability, and includes an
Exhibit Hall featuring cruise industry suppliers, a Conference Center to
attend informative webinars and a Lounge to network via IM and chat board.
The online event, will include two webinars, organized in association
with Sustainable Travel International, focusing on sustainable tourism issues
including "Greening of the Supply Chain" moderated by Michael Jones, VP of
Supply Chain, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd and "Sustainable Tourism 101-
Entering the World of Green Travel" moderated by Brian Mullis, President,
Sustainable Travel International.
In addition, Cruise Shipping Miami are offering a three-tiered, Green
Travel Certificate Program, administered by Sustainable Travel International,
for taking part in this and future webinar sessions. The series is designed
to help travel professionals and exhibitors reap the benefits associated with
sustainable tourism.
"This program allows us to take a leadership position to positively
influence cruise lines and their suppliers, helping them to identify and
implement best practices in sustainable tourism," explains Marilyn McHugh,
Brand Director, Cruise Shipping Miami. "The webinar series and certificate
program we've developed with Sustainable Travel International actively
involves industry leaders who will be sharing first-hand experiences as well
as the benefits and challenges of implementing green business practices."
"More cruise lines are taking sustainability seriously and going above
and beyond compliance requirements to reduce their environmental footprints
and positively impact the communities they visit," explains Brian T. Mullis,
CEO, Sustainable Travel International. "The new Green Travel Certificate
Program is designed to support this trend and get more cruise lines and
cruise line suppliers involved."
Following the September 28th live event, Cruise Shipping Virtual will be
available on-demand until December 28, 2010.
There is no charge to attend Cruise Shipping Virtual, but attendees do
have to pre-register.
To be notified when registration is open visit the following web page:
EVENT CONTACT: Additional information for Cruise Shipping Virtual is
EXHIBITING INFORMATION: Companies which are interested in exhibiting
please email sales@cruiseshippingmiami.com
PRESS CONTACTS:
Allison Dowd: (609) 759-4702, allison.dowd@ubm.com; or Brian T. Mullis:
(503) 488-5500, brianm@sustainabletravel.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
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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: Allison Dowd
+1-609-759-4702
allison.dowd@ubm.com; or
Brian T. Mullis
+1-503-488-5500
brianm@sustainabletravel.com
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