CLIA Confirms 2027 Southampton Conference Dates and Refreshed Programme | Cruise Advisor
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) UK & Ireland has confirmed that its **2027 annual conference will be held in Southampton from 13 to 15 May 2027**. The first day’s business sessions will take place at Kings Conference Centre in Hedge End, Southampton. CLIA says the second day’s business sessions will be held onboard **P&O Cruises’ Britannia**. The official announcement also sets out changes to the programme. The first-day trade fair will be extended, and delegates will be able to choose one of four themed breakout workshops when registering. CLIA says the topics will include sales and marketing, sector-specific sessions and a dedicated workshop for agents who are new to selling cruise. The ship-visit programme includes Britannia on day two. On day three, delegates can choose to tour either **Celebrity Apex** or **Sky Princess**. CLIA says that visit will include a brand presentation, lunch and a short onboard CLIA Briefing. Registration is scheduled to open on **8 October 2026**. The conference theme and keynote speakers had not been announced when CLIA published the release, so this report does not speculate about them. This is a cruise-trade conference rather than a consumer cruise offer. Prospective delegates should confirm current eligibility, capacity, registration terms and any costs directly with CLIA before arranging travel or accommodation. **Source:** CLIA UK & Ireland announcement, 17 September 2026. This report stays within CLIA’s published dates, venues and programme details and does not imply consumer access or endorse any commercial offer.
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