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Juneau to Nearly Double Cruise Ship Dock Fees by 2026

Officials in Juneau have approved a significant increase in dock fees for large cruise ships, a move that is expected to bring in millions more.

Norwegian Epic Incident Leaves Passengers Stranded

The Norwegian Epic broke loose from its moorings while docked in Italy leaving hundreds of cruise guests stuck ashore with limited information.

AIDA's New Ships to Feature Future-Proof Fuel Systems

AIDA Cruises has confirmed that its upcoming ships will be powered by multi-fuel engines, enabling them to operate using a variety of fuel types.

UK Offshore Wind Auction Set to Launch This August

The UK’s Department for Energy Security and Net Zero says the next offshore wind auction, Contract for Difference AR7, is to begin on August 7.

South Africa Moves to Relaunch National Shipping Line

More than 25 years after the sale of Safmarine to Maersk, South Africa is making strides toward establishing a new state-backed shipping company.

Holland America Plans New Cruises for 2027 Eclipse

Holland America Line unveils itineraries for summer 2027, giving guests a front-row seat to one of nature’s spectacles — a total solar eclipse.

Alaskan Dream Cruises Begins 2025 Season in Juneau

Alaskan Dream Cruises has officially kicked off its 2025 Alaska cruising season with the launch of the Admiralty Dream’s first voyage of the year

AIDA Cruises Wins Two Silver ESG Awards in Athens

AIDA earns two silver awards at this year’s ESG Shipping Awards in Athens recognizing the company’s commitment to innovation and social impact.

COSCO Energy Adds Chemical Tanker to Fleet Strategy

COSCO Shipping Energy Transportation adds new chemical tanker to its growing fleet, further strengthening its position in the energy transport sector

Carnival Warns Guests of Sea Ice Ahead of Greenland Trip

As the Carnival Pride embarks on its 14-night cruise to Greenland and Canada, Carnival has issued a precautionary update regarding sea ice conditions

Crew Rescued After Cargo Ship Sinks Off Vietnam Coast

All 10 crew members aboard the cargo ship Cong Thanh 07 were safely rescued after the vessel capsized near Son Duong Port in Vietnam.

MSC Cruises to Operate 27 Ships by 2030, Including 6 World-Class

With the addition of two more World-class vessels to its orderbook, MSC Cruises is set to expand its operational fleet to 27 ships by 2030.

AIDA's New Ship Design May Be Shared Across Carnival Brands

CEO of AIDA states that the innovative design platform being developed for the company’s new vessels could be used by other Carnival Corp. lines.

Explosion Aboard Bulk Carrier in NZ Injures Three Crew

In the early hours of May 24, a serious maritime accident took place aboard the bulk carrier Olivia while it was docked in New Zealand.

Panama Tightens STS Rules to Combat Shadow Fleet Activity

The Panama Maritime Authority has recently introduced stricter regulations for ship-to-ship (STS) oil transfers involving Panama-flagged tankers.

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