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Hong Kong Completes First Green Methanol Bunkering

Hong Kong carried out its first green methanol bunkering operation when the dual-fuel chemical tanker Da Qing 268 supplied fuel to CM Hong Kong.

Silversea Wins Award for Best Wine Program

Silversea has been recognized with the 2026 Vibe Vista Award, which recognize top performers in the beverage sector, for Best Wine Program.

Adora Mediterranea Returns to Dalian for 2026 Cruises

Adora Cruises has announced plans to station the Adora Mediterranea in the Northeastern Chinese port of Dalian for a second year in a row.

MSC Euribia Issues Safety Guidance While Docked in Dubai

Passengers onboard MSC Euribia have received a letter outlining emergency procedures while the ship remains docked in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Avora Buys Regent's Seven Seas Navigator for Residences

Avora Residences has purchased the Seven Seas Navigator from Regent and plans to relaunch the vessel in January 2028 under the name Avora Lumina.

TUI Cancels Gulf Cruises on Mein Schiff 4 and Mein Schiff 5

TUI Cruises has confirmed the cancellation of several Arabian Gulf sailings that were scheduled to operate this week aboard Mein Schiff 4 and 5.

From Cruise Ship Stage to Eurovision Song Contest Spotlight

Former cruise ship performer Akylas, who spent several years entertaining at sea, is set to represent Greece at the 70th Eurovision Song Contest.

Vancouver Cruise Port Set for Record 2026 Season

The Port of Vancouver prepared to welcome its first cruise call of 2026 when the Disney Wonder arrived at Canada Place on Thursday February 26th.

Australian Firm Fined Over E-Waste Hidden in Shipping Container

An Australian recycling company has been fined nearly $20,000 after an illegal shipment of electronic waste was intercepted overseas last year.

Maersk to Shift Felixstowe Calls to London Gateway

Maersk confirms plans to move operations from the Port of Felixstowe to London Gateway following a reassessment of its Asia–Europe services.

MSC Poesia Enters Malta Drydock for Major Refit

MSC Poesia has arrived at Palumbo Shipyard, Malta for a refurbishment program following the conclusion of its winter season in Northern Europe.

EU Delays Russia Maritime Sanctions Package

European Union unable to agree on a proposed ban targeting maritime services linked to Russia, postponing the adoption of a 20th sanctions package.

Fred. Olsen's Balmoral Launches 2026 Newcastle Cruise Season

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Balmoral has begun a four-month schedule of sailings from the Port of Tyne in Newcastle, England, United Kingdom.

ILO and IMO Mark 20 Years of Maritime Labour Convention

International Labour Organization and International Maritime Organization commemorate 20th anniversary of adoption of Maritime Labour Convention 2006

Princess Sets Guinness Record for Margarita Sales

Princess Cruises has earned a new Guinness World Records title after selling the highest number of margaritas within an eight-hour period.

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