San Diego Sets Time for Big Bay Boom Fireworks Show
Hurtigruten Secures €430M Refinancing Deal to Support Growth
Scotland Invests £1.7M in Offshore Wind Skills Development
Carnival Announces Halloween-Themed Cruises for 2026
Dubai-Based Mayborne Bulk Launches New Shipping Venture
MSC Cruises Enhances Aurea Spa Wellness Experience
MSC Cruises Upgrades Aurea Spa Wellness Experience
Shipping
Venezuelan Crude Export Surge Boosts Tanker Demand
Venezuela’s seaborne crude oil exports more than double, creating opportunities for the tanker market and increasing South America's role in energy trade.
Tanker Disabled After Fire and Strike Near Iran Route
Oil tanker left disabled after fire broke out onboard on June 8, following allegations the vessel failed to comply with U.S. forces instructions.
Drunken Officer Blamed for Ship Collision in Denmark
Cargo ship collides with yacht and port infrastructure in Danish port of Korsør after intoxicated captain attempts to maneuver vessel.
Suez Canal Raises Transit Surcharges Across Key Sectors
The Suez Canal Authority announces higher transit surcharges for most vessel categories, increasing costs for ships using the waterway from July 15.
Ports
Kai Tak Cruise Terminal Wins Muslim-Friendly Transport Award
The Kai Tak Cruise Terminal in Hong Kong has received the Muslim-friendly Transport Hub of the Year title at the Halal in Travel Awards 2026.
Alexandria Welcomes Aroya Cruises Interporting Operations
The Alexandria Port Authority has marked the launch of interporting operations in Egypt in partnership with Aroya Cruises.
Ferry Hits Jetty at Greek Port of Rafina
The Greek-flagged ro-ro passenger ferry Andros King struck a jetty at the entrance to the Port of Rafina on June 8, causing serious damage.
Vancouver Marks One Million Biometric Cruise Passengers
The Port of Vancouver reaches significant milestone, welcoming its one millionth cruise passenger through its facial biometric embarkation system.
Accidents
Dali Chief Engineer Admits Safety Breach in Bridge Case
Prosecutors enter into deferred prosecution agreement with chief engineer of the Dali after he acknowledged conduct that amounted to criminal violation.
Cruise Passenger Brawl in Nassau Ends in Arrests
A fight involving cruise passengers at Nassau Cruise Port escalated into a confrontation with police, leading to several arrests and injuries to officers.
Cruise Tourist Attacks Raise Safety Concerns in Genoa
Incidents involving cruise passengers in Genoa, Italy, renew concerns about safety in areas commonly visited by tourists arriving by ship.
U.S. CBP Removes Cruise Crew Member From Pearl Mist
U.S. Customs and Border Protection continues enforcement activity of cruise ship crew following deportation of 27 workers last month.
Cruise Industry
AIDA Announces Dance and True Crime Cruises for 2027
AIDA Cruises has revealed the return of two themed sailings scheduled for Europe in January 2027: “AIDA Dances” and “Crime & Sea.”
Holland America Unveils New Farewell Dining Experience
Holland America Line is launching a new onboard event called the “Farewell Dinner,” giving guests a special way to mark the end of their cruise.
Cunard's Queen Elizabeth Sets Sail on Final Alaska Season
Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth arrived in Alaska in May to begin what is currently scheduled to be the cruise line’s final summer season in the region.