UK Supreme Court Backs Buyer Compensation in Ship Sale Case
Disney Dream Crew Drink Tampering Claim Investigated in Spain
Silversea Unveils Culinary Voyages Inspired by Local Flavors
Chinese Shipyards Set New Record for First-Half Ship Orders
Couple Sues AIDA Cruises Over Nudist Area Changes
Erie Added to Great Lakes Voyage for 2028 Say Victory Cruise Lines
Port of Rotterdam Cargo Volumes Edge Higher in First Half
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
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).
Port of Lisbon Sets New June Cruise Passenger Record
The Port of Lisbon achieved its busiest June ever for cruise operations in 2026, welcoming 81,735 passengers across 37 calls.
Accidents
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.
Houthis Announce Naval Blockade Against Saudi Arabia
Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi movement has announced a naval blockade targeting Saudi Arabia.
Ferry and Cargo Ship Collide at Port of Souda in Greece
A Ro-Ro passenger ferry and a cargo vessel collided in the Greek port of Souda on July 21st causing minor damage to both ships.
Crew Member Found Dead Aboard Celebrity Constellation
Italian authorities have launched an investigation after a crew member was found dead aboard the Celebrity Constellation.
Cruise Industry
Royal Caribbean Expands Community Investment in Mahahual, Mexico
Royal Caribbean announces plan to build Mahahual K’iin Community Center, designed to benefit residents of Mahahual, Mexico.
Six Cruise Passengers Arrested on Warrants at at Port Canaveral
Six cruise passengers arrested at Port Canaveral after Brevard County Sheriff's Office deputies identified outstanding warrants.
AIDAperla to Offer New Winter Cruises from Kiel in 2027
AIDA Cruises is expanding its 2027-28 winter schedule by introducing a series of winter sailings from Kiel aboard the AIDAperla.
Wärtsilä Signs Eight-Year LNG Service Deal with Carnival
Wärtsilä has signed an eight-year lifecycle agreement with Carnival Corporation covering four LNG-powered cruise ships.