Sam Hamilton

CO2 Tanker Embla Hits Lock Wall in Kiel Canal

CO2 tanker collides with center wall of a lock in Brunsbüttel on Germany’s Kiel Canal, resulting in minor damage but no injuries or pollution.

Cruise Passenger Fined $2,500 for Drugs in Bermuda

Cruise passenger who disembarked in Bermuda and asked about local drug laws fined after authorities find her in possession of cannabis and cocaine

Two Towboat Collisions Close Mississippi River Bridge

In just five days, two separate towboats struck the Old Highway 80 Bridge over the Mississippi River in the U.S., leading to its temporary closure

GTT to Acquire Danelec in $219.7M Maritime Analytics Deal

French gas containment leader GTT is investing $219.7 million to acquire maritime analytics company Danelec from private equity firm Verdane.

Cruise Ship Suspected in Power Outage on Greek Island

Authorities are now investigating whether the power outage was an underwater power cable damaged by a cruise ship’s anchor.

18 States Sue to Overturn Trump’s Offshore Wind Shutdown

Rio de Janeiro Wraps Up Strong 2024-25 Cruise Season

Rio de Janeiro saw a bustling 2024-25 season, welcoming over 327,000 visitors and 36 cruise ships, according to the Pier Mauá Cruise Terminal

NCLH Speeds Up $300M Cost Savings Effort for Greater Gains

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings is moving to advance initiatives within its $300 million cost-saving program, announced President & CEO Harry Sommer

Tanker Collision Sends Barges Adrift on Mississippi River

CMA CGM Expands Air Cargo with Air Belgium Acquisition

CMA CGM has finalized its purchase of Air Belgium, strengthening its air cargo operations by adding four aircraft to its growing fleet.

NCLH Prioritizes Pricing Amid Q3 Booking Volatility

Norwegian Cruise Line is experiencing fluctuations in bookings for remaining Q3 sailings, leading to challenges in achieving expected occupancy.

CMA CGM Registers First Indian-Flagged Ship in Milestone

CMA CGM has marked a milestone with the arrival of its first Indian-flagged boxship, making it the first major foreign shipping company to do so.

Cunard Launches Month-Long Bonus for Travel Advisors

In honor of Travel Advisor Appreciation Day on May 7, Cunard is turning the celebration into a month-long event with its Four Queens Bonus promotion

AIDAstella and Azamara Pursuit Make First Calls to Niigata

The Port of Niigata in Japan recently celebrated the inaugural visits of two cruise ships, the AIDAstella and the Azamara Pursuit.