SEATEC traces the building process and launch of Celebrity Equinox, the new luxury cruise ship with a green edge from Celebrity Cruises. In addition, we showcase yet another proud Meyer Werft product, AIDAluna. We also talk with the creative minds of STX Europe to find out what the cruise ship concepts of the future will be like and discuss energy issues. » Read virtual magazine

Europe is an interesting piece in the global cruise puzzle in many regards. More Europeans are cruising than ever before and the European source market is growing at a historical rate of 11%. Pages 6–9 Photo: Thomas Hentzschel

As the cruise ship AIDAluna has been making the rounds all over the Baltic Sea, the "heavenly" ship has certainly made an impact. Pages 28–33. Photo: Meyer Werft

Nor-Shipping 2009 featured 22 national pavilions and five thematic pavilions in six halls. In comparison to 2007, there was a 15 percent increase in the number of Nor-Shipping delegates. Pages 36–37. Photo: Nor-Shipping / Ole Petter Opøien

International Maritime Organization (IMO) is toughening up its CO2 policies. As a consequence, energy efficiency of the ships is becoming more and more crucial. Pages 40–41. Photo: STX Europe