Sam Hamilton

Carnival Supports Jamaica’s Recovery After Hurricane Melissa

Along with providing donations and relief supplies Carnival Cruises is returning its ships to ports that are already prepared to receive visitors

UK Imposes New Sanctions on Russian LNG Exports

UK government unveils broad package of maritime sanctions aimed at restricting Russia’s LNG exports, marking another significant hit to Moscow.

Hai An Expands Fleet with Order for 7,100 TEU Ships

Vietnam’s Hai An Transport and Stevedoring has intensified its fleet growth strategy by placing an order for its largest containerships so far.

Peers Warn Starmer’s EU Deal Weakens UK Negotiating Power

Sir Keir Starmer has been accused of giving up bargaining leverage in future European Union talks through his new 12-year fishing rights agreement

Icon of the Seas to Homeport in Galveston, Texas in 2027

Royal Caribbean International announces that its flagship vessel, the Icon of the Seas, will begin sailing from Galveston starting August 2027.

Cruise Ships Become Floating Hotels for COP30 in Brazil

The cruise ships, Costa Diadema and MSC Seaview have arrived in Belém, Brazil, where they will serve as floating hotels during UNFCCC COP30.

Ferry and Tanker Collide off Singapore, No Injuries Reported

A collision occurred off Singapore’s Southern Islands on November 10 between a Singapore-flagged ferry and a Marshall Islands-flagged oil tanker.

Cruise Passenger Dies as Huge Wave Hits Tenerife Seafront

An incident in Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife results in death of woman and injuries to several others after a massive wave struck the seafront.

JOI Design Creates Elegant Interiors for Mein Schiff Ships

The cruise line conducted a study of its customers as part of a strategy to attract a more refined audience, under the project title “InTUItion.”

Naval Forces Contain Pirate Group off Somali Coast

Naval forces have successfully contained a pirate group operating near Somalia after a series of recent security incidents in the Indian Ocean.

Lisbon Cruise Port Named Best in Southern Europe

Lisbon Cruise Port has been honored with the title of “Best Port in Southern Europe” at the fifth edition of the World Luxury Travel Awards 2025.

China and US Suspend Port Fees for One Year

China and the United States have agreed to suspend their reciprocal port fees for a year, a move welcomed by many in the shipping industry.

Borealis Undergoes Drydock Work at Damen Shiprepair

Tallinn and Stockholm Ports Unite for Green Initiative

The partnership will focus on implementing sustainable operations, particularly along the Tallinn–Stockholm and Paldiski–Kapellskär routes.