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Brazil Clarifies Hiring Rules for Cruise Ship Crew

Brazil approves measure stating Brazilian crew recruited by agencies to work on cruise ships are not employees under Brazilian labor legislation.

P&O Cruises Adds Five-Berth Cabins for Larger Families

Containers Lost Near Isle of Wight Cause Delays and Warnings

Sixteen shipping containers were lost from the cargo vessel Baltic Klipper near the Nab Tower lighthouse close to Bembridge, Isle of Wight, UK.

AIDA Highlights Festive Experiences for 2025 Christmas Cruises

AIDA Cruises has unveiled what guests can expect from its 2025 Christmas sailings, offering a variety of seasonal experiences across the fleet.

Celebration Key Unveils First Holiday Decor & Seasonal Events

Carnival Cruise Line’s Grand Bahama destination Celebration Key has rolled out its first collection of holiday decorations and seasonal activities

French Senate Approves New €15 Cruise Passenger Tax

The French Senate has passed a new measure that would introduce a nationwide tax on cruise operations, according to a report from Le Figaro.

South Africa Refers Price-Fixing Case Against Major Lines

South Africa’s Competition Commission formally refers price-fixing case involving eight container carriers to the country’s Competition Tribunal

Philadelphia Begins Work on New Cruise Terminal for NCL

The Port of Philadelphia has officially broken ground on the long-anticipated PhilaPort Cruise Terminal, a new homeport for Norwegian Cruise Line

Margaritaville at Sea Islander Debuts Onboard Tattoo Studio

Margaritaville at Sea announces the Margaritaville at Sea Islander now features a dedicated tattoo studio, as per a recent social media update.

UK Storage Firm Builds Giant Advent Calendar From Containers

Ocean Advice Orders Eight Newbuild Cruise Ships in China

Ocean Advice, under United Waterways, finalizes agreement to construct eight cruise vessels from China Merchant Heavy Industry (Jiangsu) Shipyard

MSC Foundation, UNICEF Launch Education Program in Philippines

The MSC Foundation and UNICEF unveiled the next chapter of their 16-year partnership with an initiative supporting children in the Philippines.

AIDAprima Launches AIDA’s First Winter Season From Kiel

AIDAprima’s inaugural sailing to Northern Europe’s holiday markets has officially begun the company’s first winter season operating out of Kiel.

Costa Deliziosa Departs Barcelona to Begin 2026 World Cruise

The Costa Deliziosa has departed from Barcelona port, officially launching Costa Cruises’ 2026 World Cruise which will span the next 142 days.