Queen Mary 2 to Join Historic Sail4th Celebration in New York
PSA Invests in Major Deepwater Port Expansion in Vietnam
MSC World Asia to Debut New Pan-Asian Dining Experience
Pirates Board Tanker in Gulf of Aden During Armed Attack
Cruise Captain Arrested After Passenger Falls into Sea at Corfu
Mein Schiff Flow to Debut Six-Year Wine and Culture Program
COSCO Orders 24 Bulk Carriers in $1.27 Billion Expansion
Shipping
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.
Dubai-Based Mayborne Bulk Launches New Shipping Venture
A new dry bulk shipping company has been established in Dubai by two experienced figures from the maritime industry.
Ports
CMA CGM to Buy FedEx Supply Chain in $1.4 Billion Deal
CMA CGM Group has reached an agreement to acquire FedEx Supply Chain from FedEx in a transaction worth $1.4 billion.
American Patriot Makes First Visit to Port of Milwaukee
American Cruise Lines’ 130-passenger vessel, American Patriot, has made its inaugural call at the Port of Milwaukee.
San Diego Sets Time for Big Bay Boom Fireworks Show
Port of San Diego has announced the start time for Big Bay Boom, said to be the largest Fourth of July fireworks display on the West Coast.
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.
Accidents
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.
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.
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.
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 Industry
Viking Cruise Joins Norway's World Cup Victory Celebration
Norway's run at the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues to unite the country, with celebrations on board a Viking cruise ship docked in Oslo.
Carnival Marks America's 250th Anniversary with Celebration on Radiance
Carnival celebrated America's 250th anniversary with a patriotic event aboard the Carnival Radiance on June 30 at the Port of Long Beach, CA.
Princess Cruises Revamps App With Easier Navigation Features
Princess Cruises releases major update to its mobile app, introducing a redesigned interface, clearer terminology and new tools.
TUI River Cruises Reveals Biggest-Ever Winter 2027 Season
TUI River Cruises has revealed its winter 2027 program, describing it as the largest winter season the cruise line has ever launched.