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DouroAzul at the World Cruise Awards

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The presence of DouroAzul at the World Cruise Awards once again places one of MysticInvest Holding’s companies among the leading names in the international cruise industry.

DouroAzul has been nominated for Europe’s Best River Cruise Line 2026, a distinction that recognises the company’s continued commitment to excellence, hospitality and the delivery of memorable experiences along the Douro.

The World Cruise Awards, the sister event of the World Travel Awards, celebrate the companies and organisations that stand out across the global cruise sector through the quality of their operations, innovation, and contribution to the development of the industry.

For MysticInvest Holding, this nomination represents an important recognition of the work carried out by the entire DouroAzul team and reinforces the company’s position as a leading name in European river cruising.

It also reflects the Group’s long-term commitment to promoting the Douro as an international tourism destination and to offering experiences that combine the region’s heritage, landscapes and culture with high standards of service.

This recognition is particularly significant following DouroAzul’s previous achievements at the World Cruise Awards. In both 2023 and 2024, the company was named World’s Best River Cruise Line, consolidating its position as a global benchmark in the river cruise industry.

Voting for the World Cruise Awards 2026 is open from 13 July to 21 August 2026 and is available to both cruise industry professionals and the general public.

The full list of nominees and voting information are available on the official World Cruise Awards website.

MysticInvest Holding congratulates the entire DouroAzul team on this nomination and thanks all guests, partners and professionals whose trust and dedication continue to contribute to the company’s international recognition.

MysticInvest Holding joins ESG WEEK 2026 as Bronze Sponsor

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MysticInvest Holding will take part in the 5th edition of ESG WEEK, taking place on 22 and 23 April 2026 at MEO – Fórum Picoas, in Lisbon. Representing the Group will be Marisa Costa, Head of Sustainability at MysticInvest.

Organised by APEE – Associação Portuguesa de Ética Empresarial, ESG WEEK has established itself as a relevant forum for reflection and knowledge-sharing on sustainable development and ESG criteria – Environmental, Social and Governance, bringing together companies, academia, the public sector and civil society.

For MysticInvest Holding, joining this initiative as a Bronze Sponsor reflects a clear strategic vision: the future of tourism and the maritime sector depends on the ability to grow responsibly while creating long-term value for guests, destinations, communities and the environment.

Sustainability as a strategic priority

At MysticInvest Holding, sustainability is not treated as a parallel agenda, but as a principle that must be embedded in the way the business invests, operates and evolves. A strong ESG approach is essential to building more resilient businesses, supporting more competitive destinations and helping to shape a more responsible tourism model.

With operations in Portugal, Germany and the United States, MysticInvest is one of the most innovative and dynamic companies in the global cruise industry. A leader on the Douro and an international benchmark in river cruising, the Group brings together brands such as Atlas Ocean Voyages, DouroAzul, Mystic Cruises, Mystic Ocean and Nicko Cruises.

A shared responsibility for the future

MysticInvest Holding’s participation in ESG WEEK 2026 also reflects the importance of dialogue, shared responsibility and practical action in addressing the challenges facing tourism today. As expectations around sustainability continue to evolve, collaboration across the industry remains essential to building a more balanced and forward-looking model.

As Marisa Costa, Head of Sustainability at MysticInvest Holding, highlights: “At MysticInvest Holding, we believe that the future of tourism and the maritime sector depends on our ability to integrate environmental sustainability, social responsibility and strong governance. Joining ESG WEEK 2026 reinforces our commitment to a growth model that is more responsible, innovative and prepared for future generations.”

Meeting in Lisbon

By taking part in ESG WEEK 2026, MysticInvest Holding reinforces its commitment to contributing actively to the conversations shaping the future of the sector, while engaging with a wider ecosystem focused on ethical, sustainable and responsible growth.

Sri Lanka preschool: Nicko Cruises leads Homagama launch

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A Sri Lanka preschool we inaugurated in Homagama, near Colombo, was an especially important milestone, and it took place during Vasco da Gama’s call. It was one of those moments that shows a journey can leave more than memories: it can create real impact.

The initiative was led by Nicko Cruises, the company in our Group responsible for Vasco da Gama’s sales in Germany, in partnership with the Fly & Help foundation.

A ceremony with real meaning

The inauguration was marked by an emotional ceremony attended by Mirna Poblete, Arian Schneider and Captain Adrian Firsov, representing Mystic Ocean, as well as Guido Laukamp, CEO of Nicko Cruises.

Education for around 50 children aged 3 to 5

The new preschool will support around 50 children, aged 3 to 5, providing a strong foundation for their development and opening doors to new learning opportunities

The role of our guests

We would like to extend a special thank you to our guests. Through their donations and participation in the onboard fundraising cocktail, they helped make this project of hope and education a reality.

Next step: another school in 2027

This is only the beginning. The opening of another school in Sri Lanka is already planned for 2027, reinforcing the MysticInvest Group’s commitment to contributing to local community development and supporting sustainable social impact initiatives.

Investing in education is investing in the future, and we are proud to be part of this change, through concrete actions that leave a mark beyond the itinerary.

Infraspeak: DouroAzul wins Silver Award in 2026

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Infraspeak Awards have once again recognised DouroAzul, for the 6th consecutive year, consolidating the teams’ work in operational efficiency and excellence in maintenance management. In 2026, this recognition carries particular meaning: this time, DouroAzul received the Silver Award.

More than a sign of strong internal performance, this distinction reflects DouroAzul’s clear commitment to a reliable, predictable operation, because onboard, maintenance is a strategic pillar that helps ensure guests always find everything they need working as it should, without interruptions.

What the Infraspeak Awards are

Infraspeak awards recognise Facility Management (FM) and Maintenance organisations that achieve strong results through the use of the Infraspeak platform. The focus is on continuous improvement, operational consistency and process quality, rewarding teams that turn day-to-day management into sustainable results.

Silver Award in 2026: a milestone for DouroAzul

In 2026, DouroAzul received the Silver Award in the category “Most Efficient FM Operation”, reinforcing its position as a reference in the river cruise sector.

This award recognises FM teams that stood out throughout 2025 for:

– operational efficiency;

– continuous process improvement;

– maintaining high quality standards.

In an operation where every detail matters, these factors have a direct impact on the guest experience: fewer failures, more comfort, higher equipment availability, and a smoother journey, from embarkation to disembarkation.

Maintenance as part of the service strategy

At DouroAzul, maintenance is not only a technical function: it is part of the service strategy. By strengthening prevention and operational discipline, the company supports a more consistent operation, reducing unexpected issues and ensuring the onboard experience remains at the expected level.

This approach helps teams anticipate needs, standardise routines, and act quickly with traceability, ensuring quality does not depend on chance, but on well-defined processes carried out every day.

Technology supporting continuous improvement

The effective use of the Infraspeak platform has contributed to relevant gains in productivity and operational management, supporting continuous improvement and the maintenance of high quality standards in daily operations.

By digitising routines and centralising information, technology strengthens the ability to plan, monitor and optimise, freeing time for what matters most: keeping operations reliable and consistent, without compromising the guest experience.

Ceremony at IFM Summit Lisboa 2026

The award ceremony took place on 19 February, during IFM Summit Lisboa 2026, at the Centro de Congressos do Estoril. On behalf of DouroAzul, the award was received by Nuno Carrilho.

With this new distinction at the Infraspeak Awards, DouroAzul reaffirms its commitment to innovation and to continuously raising efficiency and service standards in the river cruise sector, with an additional milestone in 2026: winning its first Silver Award.

Católica Porto Business School welcomes MysticInvest Holding as a Prestige Partner of its Corporate Club

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Católica Porto Business School has formalised the signing of a partnership agreement with MysticInvest Holding, granting the company Prestige Partner status within the School’s Corporate Club. This agreement strengthens the strategic relationship between the School and a leading Portuguese holding company, highlighting a shared commitment to excellence in executive education and talent development.

This collaboration aligns with Católica Porto Business School’s mission to bring academic knowledge closer to the realities of organisations, fostering value creation and strengthening the bridge between universities and businesses.

According to João Pinto, Dean of Católica Porto Business School:

“Partnering with MysticInvest Holding is a unique opportunity to bring our students and executive programmes closer to the business world. This collaboration enables us to reinforce value creation and prepare leaders who combine academic rigour with outstanding professional practice.”

With operations in Portugal, Germany and the United States, MysticInvest Holding is the market leader in Douro river cruises and an international reference in ocean expeditions, from the Arctic to Antarctica. The Group invests in next-generation ships with high energy efficiency and a strong commitment to sustainability, and brings together brands such as Atlas Ocean Voyages, DouroAzul, Mystic Cruises, Mystic Ocean and Nicko Cruises.

The signing ceremony was attended by Paula Paz Ferreira, Executive Board Member of MysticInvest Holding, and Ana Teotónio Pereira, Director of Marketing and Communication. Representing Católica Porto Business School were João Pinto, Sara Pacheco, Executive Coordinator of the Executive MBA, and Pedro Carneiro, Head of the Dean’s Office.

Paula Paz Ferreira commented:

“We are very excited to join Católica Porto Business School’s Corporate Club as a Prestige Partner. This collaboration is a strategic investment in talent development and closer engagement with the academic ecosystem. It allows us to share our business experience, actively contribute to students’ development and, at the same time, strengthen critical capabilities that accelerate the execution of our strategy and support our growth ambitions.”

This agreement marks another step in Católica Porto Business School’s strategy to build partnerships that enhance practical learning, innovation and the development of leaders prepared for the challenges of the global market, strengthening the connection between students and real-world business opportunities.

MYSTIC CRUISES FIRST TO USE HYDROJETS ON CRUISE SHIPS

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World Explorer is the first cruise ship to employ hydrojet technology to bring guests closer to marine wildlife by minimizing underwater noise. A technology initially developed for naval warships, the two onboard Schottel SPJ 82 Pump Jets can propel World Explorer at a near-silent cruising speed of five knots without scaring sea life away. Sailing under the Mystic Cruises brand, World Explorer – and sister-ship World Voyager, launching in 2020 – incorporates the hydrojet drive among many innovations that help maximize safety and minimize the ship’s environmental impact when bringing guests to some of the world’s most remote and captivating destinations.

Atlas Ocean Voyages’ World Navigator, launching in 2021, also will be equipped with the innovative propulsion system and other innovative technologies. Atlas Ocean Voyages is the distributor of Mystic Cruises in North America and both are subsidiaries of Mystic Invest Holding.

“Our goal is to build one of the cleanest, safest and quietest ships in our category,” said Mário Ferreira, Chairman of Mystic Invest Holding. “We designed our cruise ships to bring our guests closer to and experience more of a destination, while ensuring that we do our part to help sustain these unparalleled places so we can bring future generations to enjoy them too.”

Unlike propellers, hydrojets diminish vibrations and cavitation and significantly decreases underwater noise. Sea life is highly sensitive to noise – which travels farther and louder in water – and tends to scatter when they hear propeller-only, propulsion ships. Each hydrojet pumps water in and out to produce drive and, like azipods, can be directed 360 degrees in order to navigate the ship along pristine shorelines or dynamically position by GPS without the use of the ship’s twin four-blade propellers. For a video about how the Schottel SPJ Pump Jet works, please visit https://www.schottel.de/marine-propulsion/spj-pump-jet/.

In some destinations, guests will enjoy the thrill of wet landings aboard one of 18 custom-designed Zodiac MilPro Mark V inflatable boats. To ensure safer gasoline containment, each Zodiac is constructed with a special, reinforced bow chest that accommodates a larger-capacity gasoline bladder to deliver more than three times the average operational range. Each Zodiac also features 12 anti-skid panels – four more than average – to ensure safer guest embarking and disembarking anywhere along the buoyancy tube. Furthermore, World Explorer and her sister ships are designed with an onboard gasoline storage and pumping system that make Zodiac fueling operations even safer.

Conservation is also top of mind. Still and sparkling water in refillable glass bottles are delivered daily to staterooms and suites. Single-use plastics in forms of straws, cups, stirrers, etc. will not be offered and waste that cannot be repurposed or reclaimed will be stored in a dedicated and refrigerated hold for landing with a responsible handler in port.

As previously announced, FarSounder’s Forward-looking Sonar are installed at the front of the 1B-Ice Class certified hulls to ensure safe navigation through harbors, rivers, and ice fields. Each ship is also equipped with two C25:33L8P main engines and a Bergen C25:33L6P auxiliary dual generator. These connect to a low voltage AFE “SAVeCUBE” power electric system, which provides maximum fuel efficiency while operating at variable speeds and consumes as low as one-fifth the marine diesel oil compared to conventional engines

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About Atlas Ocean Voyages
Atlas Ocean Voyages is a Luxe Adventure cruise brand that is creating a community of new world explorers by delivering authentic and thrill-seeking, once-in-a-lifetime experiences in the world’s most sought-after and remote destinations. Opening for reservation in Jan. 2020, the company’s first ship, World Navigator, will start sailing exciting itineraries in 2021. Atlas Ocean Voyages’ World Navigator will be joined by sister-ships World Traveller, World Adventurer, and World Seeker in 2022 and 2023. For the latest news and more information about Atlas Ocean Voyages and World Navigator, please register on www.AtlasOceanVoyages.com, and follow @AtlasCruises on Facebook and Twitter, and @AtlasOceanVoyages on Instagram.