What Is the Head of a Cruise Ship Called?

By Michael Ferguson

A cruise ship is a large vessel used to transport passengers and cargo on voyages over the high seas. These vessels are typically equipped with amenities such as restaurants, entertainment facilities, and swimming pools.

The head of a cruise ship is called the Captain, or Master of the vessel. The Captain is the highest-ranking person aboard and is responsible for the safety of all passengers, crew, and cargo on board.

The Captain’s duties include overseeing all operations on board such as navigation, communication with other ships, and ensuring that passengers are provided with a safe and comfortable experience. They also plan routes for the ship to take, manage personnel, and enforce regulations. The Captain also commands a team of officers who are in charge of various aspects of running the vessel such as engineering, security, catering and hospitality.

The Captain is supported by a staff that includes other officers such as Chief Officer (Second-in-Command), Chief Engineer (responsible for maintaining machinery), First Officer (responsible for navigation) and Navigation Officer (responsible for charting courses). In addition to these roles there are also medical staff, cooks, stewards/stewardesses and other crew members who support the Captain in managing daily operations.

Conclusion:

The head of a cruise ship is called the Captain or Master of the vessel. The Captain is responsible for overseeing all aspects of running the vessel including navigation, communication with other ships and ensuring passengers have a safe journey. They are supported by an experienced team of officers who help manage operations on board.