Costa Fortuna Begins Transformation Into Beachcomber
Pete Tong Brings Ibiza Sound to P&O Cruises’ Arvia
Aroya Cruises Welcomes Guests from Over 100 Nationalities
Two Workers Die in Accident at Singapore’s Tuas Port
50% Stake in Sandals Resorts Bought by Royal Caribbean
Luojing Terminal in Shanghai Cleared for Foreign Trade
Viking Helps Ocean Officers Transition to River Cruising
Shipping
Emirates Shipping Line in Plastic Waste Cargoes Ban
Emirates Shipping Line to stop transporting plastic waste from October, becoming second ocean carrier to introduce a complete ban.
US LNG Cargo Diverted After Suspected Cyberattack on Ship
US LNG cargo vessel diverted after crew reported a systems failure that they believe may have been caused by a cyberattack.
Japan, South Korea and US Plan Arctic Maritime Agreement
Japan, US, South Korea to sign memorandum aimed at strengthening cooperation on maritime activities and energy supplies in the Arctic.
Turkish Authorities Seize 350kg of Cocaine from Bulk Carrier
Turkish authorities have seized approximately 350 kg of cocaine from the bulk carrier CSPC Pisces during an operation at Mersin Port.
Ports
Port of Brisbane Sets New Record With 1.74M TEU
The Port of Brisbane handled a record 1.74 million teu during the 2025/26 financial year as the port continues to invest in new infrastructure.
Cairns Accelerates Dredging After Cruise Channel Silts Up
Australia's Ports North has brought forward maintenance dredging in Trinity Inlet after unusually heavy silt buildup reduced water depths.
Australia Introduces New Wheat Port Code from October 1
Australia updates national Wheat Port Code regulating bulk wheat export terminals, with revised framework to come into effect October 1.
Oil Leak from MSC Renaissance III Disrupts Antwerp Traffic
Oil leak at Port of Antwerp disrupted vessels on September 14 after pollution was detected between a ship and the shore.
Accidents
Norwegian Getaway Passenger Risks Life for Selfie VIDEO
A concerning video shared on social media shows a passenger standing on the outside of Norwegian Getaway to take a selfie.
Dali Casualty Becomes Largest Loss in P&I Market History
The Dali casualty has become the biggest single loss ever recorded in the P&I insurance market, with reserves now exceeding $2.8 billion.
13 Passengers Charged After Mass Brawl on Costa Smeralda VIDEO
Thirteen passengers aged between 18 and 20 have been charged following a violent confrontation aboard the cruise ship Costa Smeralda.
Norwegian Jade Helps Fight Major Fire at Alaska Cruise Terminal
A major fire erupted at the recently constructed Chugach Glacier Gateway Cruise Terminal in Whittier, Alaska, on Monday, September 14.
Cruise Industry
Almost 80% of Landfill Waste Diverted by Royal Caribbean
Royal Caribbean Group has announced that the company is now keeping almost 80% of its waste out of landfills.
Queen Elizabeth Delays Alaska Cruise for Essential Maintenance
Cunard's Queen Elizabeth is sailing a modified Alaska itinerary after its departure from Seattle was delayed by approximately 24 hours.
MSC Cruises to Sponsor Three Formula 1 Races in 2027
MSC Cruises has announced that it will serve as title sponsor for three FIA Formula One races during the 2027 season.
Holland America Employees Remove 47 Kilos of Seattle Waterfront Trash
More than 20 Holland America Line employees left their desks behind for an afternoon to help clean up Seattle's waterfront.