Tianjin Oriental’s Dream Extends Qingdao, Dalian Port Staycations
MSC Silvana VIII Sinks After Grounding Near Zhoushan, China
Oosterdam Begins Mediterranean Solar Eclipse Cruise
Six Reported After False Emergency Broadcast on MSC Divina
Mexico Doubles Cruise Tourism Fee From August 1, 2026
Spain Approves €1.57bn Investment for State-Owned Ports
Mexico Sets New Cruise Tourism Record in First Half of 2026
Shipping
CMA CGM Names First French-Flagged LNG Megaship in Le Havre
CMA CGM has officially named its newest LNG-powered container ship, CMA CGM Notre Dame, during a ceremony in Le Havre.
Mintra and MARINA Partner to Advance Filipino Seafarer Training
Maritime training and workforce management provider Mintra signa MOU with MARINA to strengthen digital learning and skills development.
Siera Marine Wins Funding to Expand Australian Seafarer Training
Australia's Siera Marine Management secures funding through government’s Maritime Skills and Training Initiative to increase qualified seafarers.
IMO Backs Carbon Mineralization Pathway for Shipping
Proposal to classify carbon mineralization as a permanent carbon storage method for shipping receives in-principle backing at the IMO.
Ports
Kalmar and APM Terminals Partner on Terminal Automation
Kalmar and APM Terminals enter into partnership to advance the development and rollout of the Kalmar One automation platform.
ICTSI Extends Manila Container Terminal Deal Until 2063
ICTSI awarded 25-year extension to concession for Manila International Container Terminal, allowing them to operate until May 2063.
CMA CGM and Stonepeak Launch Global Terminal Joint Venture
CMA CGM and Stonepeak finalize creation of United Ports, a venture that brings together nine container terminals across five countries.
Port of Rotterdam Cargo Volumes Edge Higher in First Half
The Port of Rotterdam handled 212 million tonnes of cargo during the first six months of 2026, representing a 0.4% increase.
Accidents
Georgia Man Arrested After Alleged Assault on Children at Sea
44-year-old man is arrested after Carnival Glory returned to Port Canaveral following allegations he assaulted two children onboard.
Viking Ullur Evacuated After Running Aground on Danube River
Passengers and crew aboard the Viking Ullur were evacuated after the river cruise ship ran aground on the Danube River on Tuesday.
Filipino Crew Member Injured in Fall on Cruise Ship Near Greece
A Filipino crew member suffered serious injuries after falling several meters while working aboard a cruise ship anchored off the Greek island of Spetses
British Cruise Passenger Found Dead During Santorini Visit
A 62-year-old British cruise passenger has been found dead in her cabin while her cruise ship was visiting the Greek island of Santorini.
Cruise Industry
Adora Mediterranea to Host Beijing Opera Themed Cruises
Adora Cruises announces voyages celebrating Beijing Opera aboard the Adora Mediterranea for Mid-Autumn Festival and China National Day.
Santorini Staircase Closure Disrupts Cruise Ship Excursions
Karavolades Stairs, the staircase connecting Santorini's old port with the town of Fira, is temporarily closed, according to local media reports.
World Asia’s Onboard Shopping Experience Unveiled by MSC
MSC Cruises reveals retail lineup for its newest vessel, MSC World Asia, which recently began sea trials ahead of entering service.
Celebrity Cruises Raises Daily Gratuities Across All Cabins
Celebrity Cruises introduces higher automatic daily gratuities for all guests; revised charges came into effect immediately July 29, 2026.