Massachusetts Activates Vineyard Wind Contracts for Savings
Rotterdam Returns to Service After Drydock Upgrades
Piracy Attempt off Somalia Coast Reported by UKMTO
MSC Euribia Prepares for Return to Cruise Service
Royal Caribbean Tests Early Cabin Assignment Option
US Buys Out Offshore Wind Projects in $900m Deals
Crew Member Overboard From Norwegian Breakaway
Shipping
Containership Refloated After Bosphorus Grounding
Turkey’s Directorate General of Coastal Safety (KEGM) confirmed on April 28 that the grounded containership Kappa had been successfully refloated.
SINAY Acquires MariTrace to Expand Maritime Data Platform
The consolidation of vessel tracking companies is continuing, with UK-based MariTrace now acquired by French ocean data intelligence firm SINAY.
US Forces Board Iran-Linked Tanker Tifani in Indian Ocean
U.S. forces boarded a tanker while it was sailing through the Indian Ocean on April 21. The operation was completed without any reported issues.
Freighter Stoer Hits Pier on River Elbe, Captain Injured
Inland cargo vessel strikes pier on Germany’s River Elbe on April 17. One person was injured and no pollution was reported following the incident.
Ports
Drone Strikes Hit Odesa Port and Damage Infrastructure
Reports say Russian drones targeted infrastructure at Ukraine’s Port of Odesa on the Black Sea, causing damage and igniting a fire in a vessel.
Drone Strike on Tuapse Port, Russia Causes Fire and Casualty
Russian authorities reported a Ukrainian drone attack on Tuapse Port, which caused a fire and led to at least one death overnight on April 20th.
Star Princess Completes First Panama Canal Transit
Princess Cruises’ latest vessel, Star Princess, has completed its maiden voyage through the Panama Canal - a highlight in the ship’s debut season.
Norwegian Jewel Restarts Cruise Sailings From Philadelphia
Norwegian Jewel became the first cruise ship in years to arrive and depart from Philadelphia as operations resume at the PhilaPort Cruise Port.
Accidents
Woman Dies After Fall on Carnival Firenze Cruise
A woman has died after falling from a balcony on board the Carnival Firenze cruise ship while the vessel was sailing off the coast of California.
Sapphire Princess Diverts After Bodies Found at Sea
Sapphire Princess was forced to alter its route during a Mediterranean voyage after a watch developed into a serious incident for those onboard.
Cruise Ship Officer Arrested Over War Crime Allegations
Italian authorities detained a cruise ship security officer on suspicion of war crimes and genocide linked to the conflict in former Yugoslavia.
Crew Members Deported After Screening at Port Everglades
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at Port Everglades have deported four cruise ship crew members following routine inspections.
Cruise Industry
Virgin Voyages Launches AI Assistant for Cruise Planning
Virgin Voyages has introduced its first AI-powered tools, including an onboard crew assistant and a travel planning assistant named Rovey.
Mein Schiff Crew Return as Ships Head Back to Europe
Crew are preparing to rejoin Mein Schiff 4 and 5 in Cape Town and Malta as the vessels journey back to Europe after weeks of Middle East disruption.
Cruise Lines Fund Rebuild of Ketchikan Veterans Post
Princess Cruises, Holland America Line announce joint contribution of $175,000 for reconstruction of an American Legion Post in Ketchikan, Alaska.
Adora Flora City Unveils First Cruise Itineraries in Asia
Adora Cruises has announced the first itineraries for its newest ship, the Adora Flora City, with bookings set to open on May 20th, 2026.