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    A-ROSA appoints Renata Hug-Suter as new Managing Director of its shipping company

    Experienced industry expert takes over operational management of the Chur siteRostock, 16 June 2026 – The A-ROSA Reederei GmbH, a subsidiary of the A-ROSA Group, has appointed Renata Hug-Suter as new Managing Director. She assumed her position on 15 June 2026. As part of the leadership transition, previous Managing Director Markus Zoepke will continue to support A-ROSA and its shareholders in an advisory capacity, ensuring continuity and a smooth transfer of knowledge and responsibilities. Renata Hug-Suter has over 15 years of experience in the cruise and hospitality industry. Most

    Stephanie Schrahe to become Director Omnichannel Sales at A-ROSA

    Experienced tourism expert to head A-ROSA River Cruises’ sales team from JuneRostock, 02 April 2026 – From 01 June 2026 A-ROSA River Cruises will welcome sales expert Stephanie Schrahe to the company. She will assume the newly created position of Director Omnichannel Sales. In this role, she will be responsible for the strategic development of sales structures and channels and, together with her team, will continuously drive forward a seamless customer experience across all points of contact. Schrahe has over 20 years of experience in sales and marketing, including roles as Senior

    A-ROSA opens bookings for new 2027 offerings

    20 new itineraries | 2 new ports of departure | 7 A-ROSA SENA cities southwardsRostock, 02 March 2026 – A-ROSA will celebrate the 25th anniversary of its river cruises in the 2027 season, marking this milestone next year with plenty of new additions to its itineraries and product portfolio. A-ROSA guests can look forward to 20 new itineraries on the Rhine and Danube, two new ports of departure – Duisburg and Vienna – and, for the first time, southbound cruises with A-ROSA SENA. Additionally, the Premium All Inclusive fare with the Drinks Package Plus and more exclusive add-ons will be made

    A-ROSA New Year’s Eve Raffle supports meaningful projects

    Additional donations support local cultural & sports initiatives year-round.Rostock, 02 February 2026 – A considerable sum of donations was raised during the traditional New Year’s Eve Raffle on board the A-ROSA ships at the turn of the year. This year, the Rahe Family Foundation, the NABU River Fund and the OSKAR children’s hospice service can look forward to receiving a donation cheque. The raffle is an important part of the A-ROSA New Year’s Eve cruises, with all proceeds going to charitable causes, and marks the start of a year-round social commitment by the company and its guests.

    A-ROSA opens excursion reservations earlier than ever before

    Proven and new shore experiences for the 2026 season now availableRostock, 11 December 2025 – A-ROSA has opened reservations for next season’s excursion programme earlier than ever before. Guests travelling in 2026 can now start planning their shore excursions and choose from an extensive portfolio that combines tried-and-tested classics with new discoveries. One of the new highlights in the 2026 excursion programme is a historical discovery tour in Esztergom on the 9-night “Danube City Panorama” itinerary. After a walk past impressive buildings and a visit to the historic library of the

    A-ROSA celebrates Halloween on board & ashore

    Spooky atmosphere on Rhine & Danube | Eerily good booking special 2026Rostock, 28 October 2025 – At the end of October, when fog hangs over the rivers and pumpkins glow on board, a number of A-ROSA ships will turn into floating party venues. Under the motto “Let's Do the Time Warp Again!”, A-ROSA invites guests on the Rhine and Danube to a special Halloween experience on 31 October 2025. Decorations, spooky activities and dancing will be waiting on board the ships. Pumpkin carving and practising the cult dance from The Rocky Horror Picture Show together are sure to delight guests of all

    A-ROSA showcases Europe’s rivers in new 2026 digital brochure

    From art and dance to wellness and discovery, the collection offers immersive experiences along Europe’s most beautiful waterwaysRostock, 23 October 2025 – A-ROSA Flussschiff GmbH has released its 2026 River Cruise Brochure, available in digital format. Designed especially for travel agents and partners, the new brochure provides a comprehensive overview of next season’s itineraries, destinations, and onboard experiences along Europe’s most scenic rivers. With more than 60 carefully curated itineraries, the 2026 programme includes detailed pricing, inclusions, and Terms & Conditions –

    A-ROSA uses AI to reduce food waste

    Waste analysis system delivers automatic and transparent insightsRostock, 29 September 2025 – A-ROSA is setting new standards in sustainable resource management by introducing smart waste analysis systems on three ships across two cruise regions. This innovative technology automatically measures and analyses food waste, providing full transparency. Early results show the initiative is already helping to reduce food waste on board. Food waste carries serious consequences: it squanders vital resources such as energy, land, and water, while its production generates substantial greenhouse

    A-ROSA installs the fastest Internet on the river

    New internet packages available for booking on six ships from mid-JulyRostock, 10 July 2025 – A-ROSA is setting up multiple ships with particularly fast and reliable internet to offer guests an even more comfortable and personalised travel experience. The new Wi-Fi systems are being installed on six ships: On A-ROSA FLORA (Danube), A-ROSA SENA and AQUA (Rhine) and the entire France fleet – A-ROSA LUNA, STELLA and VIVA. The on-board sale of a range of internet packages will start in mid-July. From then on, guests on these six ships will have access to a state-of-the-art internet service

    20 A-ROSA years on the Rhône

    A-ROSA LUNA & STELLA celebrate anniversary season with booking special, new itineraries and exclusive experiencesRostock, 07 May 2025 – In May 2025, A-ROSA is celebrating a special anniversary: A-ROSA LUNA and A-ROSA STELLA have been sailing on the Rhône for 20 years. The two ships were christened on 7 April 2005 in Rostock’s city harbour and, after being transferred to the Rhône, set off on their maiden voyages on 7 May 2005 – marking the start of two decades of A-ROSA river cruises in the South of France. Guests can benefit from this milestone when booking an A-ROSA cruise: As part of the

    A-ROSA opens bookings for 2026 season

    New itinerary highlights | Familiar Premium fare & pricing systemRostock, 03 March 2025 – The river cruises of A-ROSA for the 2026 season can be booked from 3 March. In the 2026 season, the 15 ships in the A-ROSA fleet will set sail on over 60 different itineraries in the Rhine/Main/Moselle, Danube, Seine, Rhône/Saône and Douro cruise regions. The 2026 Booking Preview has also been released in time for ITB Berlin, showcasing the variety of A-ROSA itineraries – from mini cruises and Wine & Gusto departures to festive sailings – as well as the Premium All-Inclusive fare and the pricing system.

    A-ROSA reports successful wave season

    2025 season starts in March with new itinerary highlights and flexible fareRostock, 12 February 2025 – A-ROSA Flussschiff GmbH can report an exceptionally strong start to the 2025 season in advance of its official beginning on the rivers. The booking wave, which began in November and December 2024, continued with undiminished momentum in January and February 2025. In these peak months, incoming bookings were up 35% compared to the previous year and up to 50% in record weeks. Rolf-Dieter Maltzahn, CEO of A-ROSA Flussschiff GmbH, enthuses: “The ongoing demand affirms our new pricing system,

    A-ROSA sets new kids & teens record

    3,000 children on board in 2024 | Popular family cruises and swimming lessons in the 2025 seasonRostock, 06 February 2025 – A-ROSA is looking back on a successful 2024 season, which saw record numbers of both total guests and kids & teens. Of the 95,000 A-ROSA guests, almost 3,000 were children up to the age of 15 – an increase of around 7 per cent on both counts. Around 30 of the children successfully participated in swimming lessons on A-ROSA SENA on three different departure dates during the summer holidays. Many young guests are expected on A-ROSA ships in the coming season as well,

    A-ROSA expands themed cruises for 2025

    New Special & Event Cruises throughout the whole season | Wine & Gusto Cruises on the Rhône and DouroRostock, 29 January 2025 – A-ROSA has expanded its 2025 Special & Event Cruises programme with a new musicals cruise, more departure dates across the season including peak summer dates, and longer duration options. These cruises are joined by two 7-night Wine & Gusto Cruises, one on the Rhône in the South of France and the other on the Douro in Portugal, focusing on the vineyards along these charming rivers. Joining the themed cruises programme this year is a brand new ‘Musical up Close’

    A-ROSA guests support charitable causes

    New Year’s Raffle raises over 10,000 euros for social initiativesRostock, 23 January 2025 – The New Year’s Raffle held on board the A-ROSA fleet at the turn of the year raised a total of 10,600 euros, which the A-ROSA Flussschiff GmbH is donating to three social projects in the Rostock region. The Rostock Homeless Aid Association, the Rahe Family Foundation and the Rostock Animal Welfare Association with its animal shelter in Rostock-Schlage can each look forward to a donation of more than 3,500 euros. A-ROSA CEO Jörg Eichler personally handed over the cheque for the Rostock Animal

    Rolf-Dieter Maltzahn announced as new CEO

    Experienced tourism expert will steer A-ROSA Flussschiff GmbH into the futureRostock, 15 January 2025 – Rolf-Dieter Maltzahn (57) will be the new CEO of A-ROSA Flussschiff GmbH. The experienced manager will replace Jörg Eichler as managing director at the beginning of February 2025. Eichler will leave the company at the end of February 2025 following a handover of responsibilities. In his position, Maltzahn will work closely with Markus Zoepke, COO and co-partner of the company since 2003, who will continue to be in charge of operations at the Chur location in Switzerland. “We are

    A-ROSA introduces sustainable uniforms for nautical & technical crew

    Workwear from renowned clothing expert with sustainability labelRostock, 20 November 2024 – A-ROSA has introduced new uniforms for its nautical and technical crew which bear the ‘Green Button’ accreditation. The river cruise line commissioned the workwear specialists, and ‘Green Button’ holders Weitblick, to design and manufacture the new uniforms, which have been specifically adapted to the demand of duties onboard. The clothing is made from a durable blended fabric that is partly made from recycled polyester and responsibly grown cotton. The ‘Green Button’ is run by the German

    A-ROSA Flussschiff GmbH announces upcoming senior management changes

    MEDIA RELEASERostock, 15 October 2024Industry veteran Michael Ungerer has joined as Chairman A-ROSA Flussschiff GmbH, based in Rostock, announces that Michael Ungerer will be the new chairman of the advisory board of the A-ROSA Group with immediate effect, contributing his long and wide-ranging leadership experience in the cruise and the hospitality industry to the company. Michael Ungerer began his professional career in 1988 with Norwegian Cruise Lines, Sonesta Hotels & Resorts and The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, later becoming Senior Vice President of Operations at AIDA Cruises in

    A-ROSA’s end-of-season highlights for the spontaneous

    Themed and festive cruises spice up river cruising’s shoulder seasonRostock, 03 October 2024 – Spending the colder seasons aboard the A-ROSA fleet promises unique entertainment highlights, such as diverse themed sailings and cosy Xmas markets cruises. Tempting last-minute offers of up to 30 per cent savings on 2024 departures are still available until the end of October. In autumn, A-ROSA guests can enjoy Special and Event Cruises featuring shows, workshops, and talks from expert hosts on select 5-night departures along the Danube and Rhine – all included in the cruise price. For

    A-ROSA enhances entertainment with ‘Young Artists Programme’ on Danube fleet

    Award-winning musical talents await A-ROSA guests onboard in ViennaRostock, 15 July 2024 – Guests sailing with A-ROSA on the Danube can now enjoy unique onboard concerts by highly talented students from the Vienna University of Music and Performing Arts (mdw), as part of the river cruise line’s new ‘Young Artists Programme’. Tapping into the musical heritage of the Danube, and Vienna’s reputation as the capital of classical music, guests will be able to enjoy evening performances onboard to showcase the young artists while the ships are docked in the city. The artists cover a diverse

    A-ROSA launches exclusive Christmas in July special

    50% off the 2nd guest and kids cruise for free on Christmas Markets departuresSydney, 3 July 2024 – Right in the middle of Australasian winter and in time for upcoming Christmas in July celebrations, A-ROSA River Cruises has created the perfect special for travel agents to offer their clients. Those in the festive spirit have the opportunity to save big on many of A-ROSA’s 2024 Christmas Markets departures on Rhine and Danube and experience the truly original Christmas atmosphere in Europe’s most festive cities.   Guests save 50 percent off the second adult’s cruise fare on all 2024

    A-ROSA reveals new itineraries for 2025

    The A-ROSA Best Price on 2025 sailings is still valid until 31 July 2024Rostock, 11 June 2024 – Along with the introduction of the premium plus fare as well as a restructured pricing system, A-ROSA has countless new itinerary and destination highlights in store for the 2025 season. Next year, the A-ROSA ships will sail a total of 40 different routes on the Danube, Rhine/Main/Moselle, Rhône/Saône, Seine and Douro – combining stunning sceneries such as the Wachau, the IJsselmeer or the Douro Valley with plenty of time in metropolises like Amsterdam and Vienna or beautiful towns such as

    A-ROSA creates dedicated entertainment department

    Diverse entertainment hosts and guest artists will feature in the 2024 seasonRostock, 23 May 2024 – A-ROSA River Cruises has created its own dedicated entertainment department at its headquarters in Rostock, Germany. The four strong team will be responsible for the continuous development of all onboard entertainment, a key strategic priority for the river cruise line moving forward. The new department will manage the entertainment programmes both during the day and in the evenings, themed cruises and children’s offering. A-ROSA is the first river cruise line to create their own

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