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Increase in Tahitian, Polynesian Capacity for Windstar Cruises

Windstar Cruises is expanding its presence in Tahiti and French Polynesia, capitalizing on several years of successful operations in the region.

New 2030 Strategy Revealed by Hapag-LLoyd

Hapag-Lloyd unveiled its Strategy 2030, outlining a plan aimed at achieving quality leadership, sustainability, innovation and efficiency.

New Onboard Restaurants Revealed by Norwegian Cruise Line

Norwegian Cruise Line has unveiled new F&B options that will premiere on the Norwegian Aqua, set to embark on its maiden voyage in April 2025.

Russian Tankers Stranded Due to US's Iran-Related Sanctions

Four Russian tankers transporting oil and refined products have been stranded at sea due to sanctions related to Iran imposed by the United States

FBI Launches Criminal Inquiry Into Baltimore Bridge Disaster

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has initiated a criminal investigation into the collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge.

Lack of Interest Sees Lithuanian Wind Farm Tender Cancelled

The second call for bids on a Lithuanian offshore wind farm was abandoned due to insufficient interest from developers.

NYK Soon to Supply Fuel to Ammonia-Powered Tugboat

During the At the Sea Japan 2024 event, NYK unveiled its plans to begin supplying fuel ammonia to its soon-to-be-completed ammonia-fueled tugboat

Qatar Jackup Rig Contract Signed by ADES

Saudi Arabian oil and gas drilling company Advanced Energy Services has been awarded a contract for a jackup rig in Qatar by the TotalEnergies.

Royal Thai Navy Completes Investigation into Sunk Frigate

The Royal Thai Navy concludes its investigation into the 2022 sinking of a frigate, attributing the disaster to weather, ship condition & human error.

CMA CGM Rate Restoration Announced for N. Europe & Med to N. America

CMA CGM is launching Rate Restoration Initiative 4 which will affect shipments from North European and Mediterranean ports heading to N. America.

Port of Liverpool Sees Significant Investment From AIUK

Aggregate Industries UK announces substantial investment aimed at meeting increasing demand for cementitious materials in the UK's construction industry.

Food-Carrying Vessel Attacked in Port-au-Prince, Haiti

Haitian news reported the hijacking of the container vessel Magalie by members of the 5 Seconds Gang within Port-au-Prince.

Dascher Expands Its Air & Sea Freight Division

Dachser is broadening the scope of its air and sea freight capabilities by introducing new scheduled Less-than-Container-Load (LCL) services.

US Forces Shoot Down Missile Allegedly Fired at Maersk Vessel

US forces intercepted and destroyed an anti-ship ballistic missile (ABSM) launched by Houthi rebels, aimed at a Maersk vessel in the Gulf of Aden

Zeebrugge Port Sees Slowdown of Vehicle Carriers Arrivals

The opening quarter of 2024 has witnessed a slight decrease in the number of vehicle carriers arriving at the Port of Zeebrugge in Belgium.

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