Trump Administration Sued by New York Over Offshore Wind Lease Cancellation
Harding+ Extends Retail Partnership With Princess Cruises
Port of San Diego Honors Ships for Emissions Reduction
ZIM Names New CEO Amid Hapag-Lloyd Takeover Bid
Carnival Cruise Line Expands New Menu to More Ships
MSC Container Ship Damaged in Third Iraq Maritime Attack
Carnival Opens Half Moon Cay Island Upgrades in The Bahamas
Shipping
115 Kg of Cocaine Seized From Ship Near Mundra Port
Indian authorities have seized 115 kilograms of cocaine from the container vessel Europe during a joint operation that also led to the arrest of three crew.
Maersk Settles $1.9 million FMC Detention Fee Case
The U.S. Federal Maritime Commission has reached a $1.9 million civil penalty settlement with Danish shipping company A.P. Moller – Maersk.
Cocaine Worth $6.4M Seized From Tanker at Long Beach Port
US authorities confiscate approximately 227 kilograms of cocaine from a crude oil tanker arriving in California. Filipino crew member faces charges.
Panama Canal Traffic Surges Amid Hormuz Tensions
Ongoing disruption in the Strait of Hormuz is contributing to a major increase in Panama Canal traffic, with the waterway now operating close to full capacity.
Ports
Worker Dies in Fatal Accident at Port of Hamburg
Worker loses life following an accident aboard a cargo ship at the Port of Hamburg on May 29 after being struck by a heavy object.
South Africa's Transnet Signs LNG Terminal Deal for Ngqura Port
South Africa’s Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has entered into a 25-year terminal operator agreement with Ukwanda LNG.
Live Ship Schedule launched by Port of San Diego
The Port of San Diego has introduced a new online schedule for cargo and cruise vessels known as PortControl.
Port of Seattle Extends Cruise Partnership With NCLH
The Port of Seattle Commission has approved a new long-term lease amendment with Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH).
Accidents
Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse Trial Delayed After Settlements
A federal judge has put on hold the highly anticipated civil trial concerning the collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge.
Cruise Excursion Bus Involved in Corfu Traffic Accident
A shore excursion in Greece was disrupted this week after a bus carrying cruise passengers was involved in a road accident on Corfu.
Hondius Departure Delayed for Extra Cleaning After Hantavirus
Hantavirus-struck Hondius’ departure from Rotterdam to Vlissingen postponed following recommendations for additional cleaning measures.
Collision Off Nigeria Injures Crew, Causes Spill
Two vessels collided at the Bonny Inner Anchorage in Nigeria on May 20, injuring several crew members and causing an oil spill in the surrounding waters.
Cruise Industry
Margaritaville at Sea Ships Meet in Nassau for First Time
Margaritaville at Sea recently marked a milestone when its two vessels visited Nassau simultaneously for the first time.
MSC Cruises Reports Sustainability Progress Earlier Than Expected
MSC Cruises releases 2025 Sustainability Report, outlining the company’s environmental and social performance over past year.
Swan Hellenic Expands Presence in Latin America
wan Hellenic is seeing strong momentum throughout the Latin American market, according to the company’s Sales Director for the region.
Koningsdam Marks 10 Years With Holland America
The Koningsdam has celebrated its 10th anniversary with Holland America Line, having been delivered on March 31, 2016.