MSC Euribia Norway Cruise Cancelled Over Delays
Australia Bans Bulk Carrier Over Crew Welfare Violations
MSC Cruises Expands South America Fleet for Winter
Switzerland Seeks Role in EU Port Security Alliance
France Plans Tougher Penalties for Shadow Tankers
MSC Seashore Enters Drydock at Grand Bahama Yard
Liberian Registry Urges Stronger Seafarer Compliance Checks
Shipping
Hong Glory Bulk Opens Athens Office to Expand Reach
Hong Glory Bulk has launched a new office in Athens as part of its strategy to enhance its commercial footprint across the Atlantic region.
Panama Ports Company Files Arbitration Case Against Maersk
Panama Ports Company, part of CK Hutchison, has initiated arbitration proceedings against Maersk, alleging they tried to take over its Panama Canal ops.
Activist Vessel Rams Krill Trawler Near Antarctica
A krill fishing vessel named the Antarctic Sea was intentionally struck by the activist ship Bandero on March 31st, resulting in minor damage.
Singapore Issues Guide to Tackle Wildlife Trafficking at Sea
Singapore introduces guide outlining key warning signs to help maritime industry detect and respond to illegal wildlife trafficking in containers.
Ports
Explosion Near Panama Canal Bridge Kills One, Injures Three
A deadly explosion at a fuel storage and loading site near the Bridge of the Americas in Panama has left one person dead and three others injured.
Lisbon Cruise Awards Add Focus on Sustainability and Community
The Port of Lisbon has broadened its annual Cruise Activity Awards to place greater emphasis on sustainability and community engagement.
New Joint Venture to Develop Louisiana Container Terminal
Port NOLA, Ports America and Terminal Investment Limited, have formed a joint venture to operate a new container terminal in St. Bernard Parish.
Hapag Lloyd Expands Stake in Indian Ports Group
Hapag-Lloyd has raised its ownership in India’s JM Baxi Ports and Logistics to 50%, according to details confirmed in its 2025 annual report.
Accidents
French Court Sentences Chinese Captain in Shadow Fleet Case
A French court has sentenced the captain of a suspected Russian shadow fleet tanker to a year in prison and issued an international arrest warrant
San Diego Port Lockdown Briefly Disrupts Cruise Ops
A bomb threat led to a temporary lockdown at the Port of San Diego on the morning of March 30, 2026, briefly interrupting cruise operations.
Two COSCO Vessels Finally Transit Strait of Hormuz
Two large COSCO container ships, CSCL Indian Ocean and CSCL Arctic Ocean, were given permission to pass through the Strait of Hormuz on March 30.
Bahrain Imposes Night Maritime Curfew Amid Security Concerns
The Kingdom of Bahrain has introduced a maritime curfew for sailors and seafarers, restricting movement between 6:00 pm and 4:00 am local time.
Cruise Industry
Áak’w Juneau Landing Project Advances With Lease Agreement
Huna Totem Corporation, an Alaska Native village corporation, and Juneau completed a tidelands lease agreement for the Áak’w Landing development.
Ambassador Cruise Line Marks Fifth Anniversary Sale
Ambassador is celebrating its fifth anniversary with a promotion, offering a 5 percent discount on all bookings made within a 24-hour window.
Seabourn Ship Brings Medical Aid to Remote Chilean Island
When the Seabourn Pursuit called at Robinson Crusoe Island in Chile’s Juan Fernández Islands on April 4, it delivered more than just passengers.
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