CMA CGM and Stonepeak Launch Global Terminal Joint Venture
MSC and ORCA Launch Whale Research Partnership in Alaska
COSCO Advances $1.1bn Tianjin Shipyard Expansion Project
La Coruna Set for Busy Cruise Day During Total Solar Eclipse
Princess Marks 25 Years of Shore Power Leadership in Juneau
Filipino Crew Member Injured in Fall on Cruise Ship Near Greece
Romania Unveils 11 Black Sea Offshore Wind Concession Areas
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
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.
DP World Port Botany Gates to Close During Industrial Action
DP World to temporarily close the gates at Port Botany for four hours on Friday as protected industrial action impacts landside operations.
Panama Canal Reduces Booking Slots Over El Niño Concerns
Panama Canal Authority to reduce daily transit bookings as concerns grow that El Niño weather pattern could limit water supplies.
MARAD and Long Beach to Explore Nuclear Power for Ships
The U.S. Maritime Administration is to sign landmark agreement with the Port of Long Beach to study the use of small modular reactors (SMRs).
Accidents
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.
Rescue Effort Continues After Vietnamese Cargo Ship Sinks
Large-scale international search and rescue operation continues in South China Sea after Vietnamese general cargo vessel Khoi Nguyen 18 sank.
Disney Dream Crew Drink Tampering Claim Investigated in Spain
Spanish authorities have launched an investigation after a crew member aboard the Disney Dream reported a suspected drink tampering incident.
Sinokor Crews Offered Pay Increase for Hormuz Round Trips
Sinokor Group is offering crew members an additional six months' salary for completing a one-month voyage through the Strait of Hormuz.
Cruise Industry
Viking Unveils 2028-29 Ocean Cruise Season and New Ships
Viking announces details of its 2028-29 ocean cruise program, featuring 80 itineraries to visit 301 ports across 84 countries on six continents.
Seven Seas Navigator Begins Final Northern Europe Season in Dover
The Seven Seas Navigator has arrived in Dover to begin its farewell Northern Europe deployment with Regent Seven Seas Cruises.
Margaritaville at Sea Revives Halloween Cruises for 2026
Margaritaville at Sea brings back "Sail the Haunted Seas" Halloween celebration for select cruises this fall, offering guests spooky-themed entertainment.
Silversea Unveils Culinary Voyages Inspired by Local Flavors
Silversea introduces S.A.L.T. (Sea And Land Taste) Culinary Voyages designed to showcase the food at each destination.