Carnival HUB App Adds Coffee Pick-Up Feature for Guests
China’s Shipbuilding Share Drops as Global Orders Decline
Iran Seizes Tanker Over Alleged Fuel Smuggling in Gulf
Durian Cruise Returns with Buffet, Melaka Tours & More
HX Expands Kayaking and Camping Options in Antarctica
Port of LA Sets June Record Amid Early Holiday Shipments
New Cruise Terminal Planned for Brazil's Port of Santos
Shipping
ATSB Investigates FMG Nicola Engine Failure at Port Hedland
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) has opened an investigation into a propulsion failure involving the bulk carrier FMG Nicola.
Vintage VLCC City of Tokyo Sold for Record $41 Million
The secondhand tanker market continues to surge with a 21-year-old VLCC reportedly selling for $41 million - a record for a vessel of its age.
Cranes Accident Injures Seven at Imabari Shipyard
Seven people were injured—three of them seriously—after a crane accident on July 12 at Imabari Shipbuilding’s facility in Ehime Prefecture, Japan
Engine Trouble Halts Cargo Ship Off Çanakkale Coast
On July 15th, a general cargo ship, the Spanaco Progress, suffered an engine malfunction while sailing from Spain to Kocaeli, Turkey.
Ports
Rudder Failure Causes Vessel Collision in Hamburg Port
Inland vessel Willi Abicht, flying the German flag, collided with container ship COSCO Shipping Capricorn at Tollerort Container Terminal, Hamburg
Panama Canal Recovers as Rainfall Stabilizes Operations
While the Red Sea once again dominates maritime headlines, another key global shipping passage has quietly returned to full operational strength.
Genoa Cruise Drama Shows Importance of Empathy in Crisis
At the Port of Genoa, a French woman fainted on the sidewalk, overwhelmed by the fear that she and her young daughter might miss their cruise
Fire Contained on LCT Lily Princess in Philippines Port
A fire broke out in the galley on the LCT Lily Princess, a cargo vessel docked at Sorcom Private Port in the Philippines, on Wednesday July 9th.
Accidents
Norovirus Hits 200 Passengers on Cruise Ship in Norway
A norovirus outbreak has affected nearly 200 passengers aboard the cruise ship Artania, prompting emergency health measures during a voyage.
AIDA Halts Middle East Cruises for Winter 2025/26 Season
AIDA Cruises has cancelled all of its Middle East sailings for the upcoming 2025/26 winter season, citing ongoing regional unrest.
Passenger Ship Hits Quay After Steering Failure in Sweden
On July 12, Swedish passenger ship Stockholm struck a quay at Kastellholmen, an islet in central Stockholm, following a mechanical malfunction.
Genting Dream Leads Thai Maritime Safety Drill in Phuket
On July 9, the cruise ship Genting Dream played a central role in a major emergency response exercise held at the Phuket Deep Sea Port.
Cruise Industry
Carnival Liberty Returns with Major Upgrades & New Features
Carnival Liberty is back following a drydock that brought a range of improvements to the ship, Carnival Cruise Line announced in a statement.
MSC Cruises Reveals U.S. Summer 2027 Ship Lineup
MSC Cruises has unveiled its U.S. deployment plans for summer 2027, featuring six ships sailing from four ports, according to a press release.
Nice Court Blocks Mayor’s Bid to Limit Cruise Ship Visits
Court in Nice strikes down order issued by Mayor Christian Estrosi to restrict cruise ship arrivals, ruling he overstepped his legal authority.
Celebrity Infinity Alters Itinerary After Power Outage in Kudasi
After a power outage while docked in Kusadasi, Celebrity Cruises informs guests that the remainder of the Infinity’s itinerary has been modified.
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