Costa Crociere SpA is an Italian shipping company dedicated to cruise activity, with headquarters in Genoa. It is part of the Carnival Corporation & plc group and controls the German AIDA Cruises. Founded in 1854 by Giacomo Costa, it is the only cruise company to fly the Italian flag and for over 75 years it has been synonymous with Italian hospitality and style12.

Costa Crociere's fleet includes a total of 9 ships in service, operating globally mainly on the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Baltic Sea, Caribbean, North and Central America, South America, United Arab Emirates and Far East1 routes. The company is committed to minimizing the environmental impact on the destinations visited and places a strong emphasis on responsible innovation and sustainable development.