Sam Hamilton

Former Costa Magica Prepares for China Service After Refit

The former Costa Magica has arrived in a Chinese shipyard as it prepares to begin operations with Tianjin Oriental International Cruise Line.

Sulfuric Acid Spill Reported at Houston Ship Channel

One million gallons of sulfuric acid were released into the Houston Ship Channel following an incident at the BWC Terminals Jacintoport Facility.

Royal Caribbean Moves Brilliance of the Seas' Homeport

Royal Caribbean International has announced a change to the homeport for Brilliance of the Seas on its August 10, 2026 Mediterranean sailing.

Piano Land Concludes First Malaysia Season, Returns to Hong Kong

Astro Ocean has completed its inaugural deployment from Malaysia, with Piano Land now sailing back to Hong Kong while carrying 1,700 guests.

P&O Cruises’ Iona Marks Five Years in Service

P&O Cruises’ Iona has recently reached its fifth anniversary in service after being delivered by the Meyer Werft shipyard on October 9, 2020.

Carnival Expands its Fun Italian Style Cruises in 2027

Carnival plans to extend its "Fun Italian Style" offering to additional ports and regions in 2027 as part of updated fleet deployment plans.

Allure of the Seas Marks 15 Years With Royal Caribbean

Allure of the Seas has recently reached 15 years of service with Royal Caribbean International, having been delivered on October 28th, 2010.

Carnival Expands Adults Only SEA Voyages for 2026

Carnival Cruise Line is adding more adults-only departures to its 2026 schedule, according to an update shared by Brand Ambassador John Heald.

Royal Caribbean Honors Crew with Year End Holiday Message

Collision Between Nile Cruise Ships Leaves One Passenger Dead

A serious collision between two Nile River cruise vessels occurred on the evening of December 21, resulting in the death of one passenger.

Drone Strike Damages Vessels & Piers at Russia’s Taman Port

Officials in Russia’s Krasnodar region report that a Ukrainian drone attack damaged two vessels and two piers including part of a supply pipeline.

Fred. Olsen Offers Up to £200 Onboard Credit on 100 Sailings

Court Rules Against Cruise Line for Requiring HIV Test from Crew

Brazil’s Labor Court has determined that a cruise operator must compensate a former crew member after requiring an HIV test as a hiring condition

Fincantieri Unveils New Corporate Website with AI Features

Fincantieri has launched its redesigned corporate website, marking a significant step in the group’s broader digital communication strategy.