In partnership with NEWH (the international community connecting the hospitality industry), Cruise Ship Interiors Design Expo Europe has released its full schedule of content. Taking place on 29 – 30 November at London ExCeL, design leaders from Europe’s most esteemed cruise lines and design firms will be sharing their knowledge, insights, and experience through a series of panel talks and discussions (register here for your free pass).
ExCeL London – Photo © Svet foto
Cruise Ship Interiors Design Expo Europe is the continent’s only exhibition and conference exclusively dedicated to connecting the buyers and suppliers of the cruise design industry. This year’s programme, curated around today’s ocean, river, and expedition cruise market, delivers a comprehensive range of topics and case studies covering concepts and inspiration behind beautiful designs, the dark art of project management, storytelling through design and brand identity, the future of marine interior design, and designing for adventure.
Cruise Ship Interiors Design Expo Europe 2022
The speaker line-up includes Gianluca Gugliotta, Director, Vessel Refurbishment – Norwegian Cruise Line, Aida Lora, Senior Design Associate – Royal Caribbean Group, Bob McGowan, Head of Operations – Ambassador Cruise Line, Sandra Correia da Silva, Architect – Mystic Cruises, Alexander W. Höfling, Managing Director – MEYER RE, and Kristian Englund, Senior Architect – YSA Design and CEO – Ship Planner.
Cruise Ship Interiors Design Expo Europe 2022
This year, the Conference & Workshop Programme is CPD-certified allowing professionals across discipline to further their learning activities and gain developmental hours from attending each accredited session.
The boutique event will also be debuting a new content format with keynotes and workshop sessions taking place predominantly on the second day. This dynamic programme facilitates a seamless day of inspiration and development.
Cruise Ship Interiors Design Expo Europe 2022
Stand-out sessions include the opening keynote and the only session to take place on the first day, Inspiration for beautiful design: Case studies in materials & spaces. Delivered by leading interior designers, attendees will be guided through a showcase of unique and inspiring projects across newbuild and refurbishment portfolios.
Cruise Ship Interiors Design Expo Europe 2022
Those looking to gain insight into the changing shape of expedition cruising should attend Designing for adventure: Spotlight on expedition cruise interiors. In this session industry experts dive into the impact the sector’s growth has had on designing for functionality, whilst still giving guests an authentic and luxurious experience.
Speed Networking, Cruise Ship Interiors Design Expo Europe 2022
Alongside these curated panel discussions, CSI Design Expo Europe offers visitors additional learning opportunities at the Meet the Brand Q&As and Project Management Lunch. These focused sessions give attendees the chance to get to know the design and procurement professionals within the industry and learn how to navigate a successful project from concept to delivery.
Cruise Ship Interiors Awards 2022
Cruise Ship Interiors Design Expo Europe 2022
Another key moment of the event will be the presentation of the Cruise Ship Interiors Awards on 30 November. The awards are grouped into two categories, Spaces and Products, for a total of ten prizes – with a special focus on technology and sustainability.
