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Atlantic Canada Marks Milestones in Strong 2025 Cruise Season

The ACCA reports a successful 2025 cruise season, highlighted by first time port visits, major achievements and cooperation across the region.

Margaritaville Expands Free Hero Cabins for Holiday Season

Margaritaville at Sea launched its holiday giveback campaign, widening the availability of free hero cabins aboard the Paradise and Islander.

Notorious Bulk Carrier Sage Sagittarius Sold for Scrapping

Nippon Yusen Kaisha’s Sage Sagittarius, a 25 year old post panamax bulk carrier known for its troubled past, has been sold for demolition.

PortMiami Sets New Single Day Passenger Record

A social media announcement confirmed PortMiami achieved a milestone after handling ten cruise ships and more than 75,000 passengers in one day.

AIDA Donates Furniture to Support Numerous Community Projects

AIDA Cruises has shared that 4,700 pieces of furniture from AIDAluna were donated after the vessel’s recent drydock at Chantier Naval in Marseille

Cunard Launches Wave Season Deal With Added Perks

Cunard has rolled out its Wave Season promotion, which is available now through February 25th 2026, according to a press release from the company.

Jamaica Reopens Cruise Ports After Hurricane Mellissa

All major Jamaican cruise ports have officially reopened following Hurricane Mellissa, according to a statement released by national authorities.

Royal Caribbean Unveils Expanded 2027-28 Itineraries

Royal Caribbean has released additional details for its 2027-28 Caribbean and Bahamas sailings with a total of 13 ships operating in the region.

Marella Voyager Introduces Umi Sushi Dining Experience

Marella Cruises unveils fourth specialty dining option aboard Marella Voyager, Umi Sushi, serving Japanese-influenced dishes, launching this month

HD Hyundai Partners with Tamil Nadu for $2bn Shipyard

South Korea's HD Hyundai has entered into an agreement with the Tamil Nadu state government to develop a $2 billion shipyard facility in Madurai.

Disney Treasure Marks First Year Sailing for the Line

Cruise ship, the Disney Treasure has wrapped up its first full year sailing for Disney Cruise Line, following its handover on October 24th, 2024.

Hapag-Lloyd’s Bid for ZIM Faces Rising Pushback

Hapag-Lloyd is reportedly pursuing an acquisition of ZIM, Israel’s top container line, according to several media sources - and facing pushback.

Louis Dreyfus Joins AD Ports to Develop Bulk Facility in Karachi

Louis Dreyfus to partner with subsidiary of AD Ports Group to develop clean bulk handling and storage facility for agricultural goods at Karachi.

Holland America Sets New Black Friday Booking Record in the US

Holland America Line surpassed its previous Black Friday weekend sales record in the United States, reporting 19 percent more bookings than 2023.

Margaritaville at Sea Paradise to Add New Market-Style Eatery

The vessel, Margaritaville at Sea Paradise will introduce a new self-service dining venue after completing a scheduled drydock in January 2026.

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