The hand of government means cost overruns and delays
About five months ago I lamented about our “can’t do” government. The hits just keep on coming — the FAA and our ATC once again have been subjected to no action. Anytime our government is involved, projects stall and costs rise. Heaven help us with our national financial bailout adventure.
How cruise lines weather tropical storms
It’s been a crazy two weeks with hurricanes lining up like bowling pins in the Atlantic. Ever wonder how cruise lines manage their ships during a hurricane onslaught? Enter the situation rooms of the world’s largest cruise lines — Carnival and Royal Caribbean, where cool efficiency under pressure rules the day.
If you think airlines are totally mismanaged, check out America’s corrupt airports
America’s airlines are in bad company. Some of America’s airports are apparently being run just as poorly — if not worse — than the air carriers that use them.
Recession? Not for the cruise industry
Cruise line executives speaking at the annual Seatrade Cruise Shipping Convention in Miami last week presented a surprisingly rosy outlook despite record oil prices and the U.S. economy’s bleak outlook. Still, with 36 new ships to be delivered within the next four years they can’t afford to feel any other way.