Tanker Zhong Fa Disabled After Engine Failure in Taiwan Strait
The Honduras flagged oil and chemical tanker Zhong Fa lost maneuvering ability while passing through the Taiwan Strait on December 21st.
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The Honduras flagged oil and chemical tanker Zhong Fa lost maneuvering ability while passing through the Taiwan Strait on December 21st.
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Global Ports Holding Limited (GPH) and Ocean Platform Marinas (OPM) have been awarded a 25 year concession to operate Seville Cruise Port.
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Trojan malware discovered aboard passenger ferry while docked in Sète. Reportedly capable of giving attackers remote access to vessel’s systems.
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MSC Cruises has announced two new Eastern Mediterranean itineraries for the summer 2026 season featuring the MSC Lirica and the MSC Divina.
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Disney Cruise Line has officially taken delivery of the Disney Adventure. The ship was handed over during a ceremony at the Meyer Werft shipyard.
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Holland America Line announces guests and crew will be able to watch every match of the FIFA World Cup 26™, with all 104 games broadcast live.
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The ACCA reports a successful 2025 cruise season, highlighted by first time port visits, major achievements and cooperation across the region.
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Margaritaville at Sea launched its holiday giveback campaign, widening the availability of free hero cabins aboard the Paradise and Islander.
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Nippon Yusen Kaisha’s Sage Sagittarius, a 25 year old post panamax bulk carrier known for its troubled past, has been sold for demolition.
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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
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Cunard has rolled out its Wave Season promotion, which is available now through February 25th 2026, according to a press release from the company.
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All major Jamaican cruise ports have officially reopened following Hurricane Mellissa, according to a statement released by national authorities.
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Royal Caribbean has released additional details for its 2027-28 Caribbean and Bahamas sailings with a total of 13 ships operating in the region.
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Marella Cruises unveils fourth specialty dining option aboard Marella Voyager, Umi Sushi, serving Japanese-influenced dishes, launching this month
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