Flexport Defeats Peloton’s $33.7M Claim Over Shipping Fees
Flexport successfully defends itself against $33.7 million Peloton claim with the FMC over detention, demurrage and storage charges.
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25 Dead After Fire on Bulk Carrier at Qingdao Shipyard
Twenty-five people have died after fire broke out aboard the dry bulk carrier Ocean Melody while the vessel was undergoing repair.
Accident Aboard Sun Princess Results in Death of Minnesota Pastor
Minnesota pastor Stephen Junker has died after sustaining a serious spinal cord injury in a swimming pool aboard the Sun Princess.
AIDAperla Strikes Quay After Breaking Moorings in France
A call at Le Havre in France took an turn on September 8 when AIDAperla broke free from its moorings and collided with a quay wall.
Songkhla Port Receives First Ship-to-Shore Container Cranes
Thailand’s Port of Songkhla has taken delivery of its first ship-to-shore container cranes as part of an expansion program.
Frank Del Rio’s $8m Lawsuit Against NCLH Dismissed
Frank Del Rio’s lawsuit against Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings and four former directors has been dismissed.
Serenade of the Seas Returns to Service After Repairs
Royal Caribbean’s Serenade of the Seas has returned to service after spending a week undergoing maintenance in Alaska.
South Korea Approves Merger of Four Major Port Authorities
South Korea has officially approved plans to combine its four main port authorities into a single national body.
Samsung Seeks at Least $186m From CMA CGM Over Cargo Fees
Samsung Electronics America pursues at least $186 million from CMA CGM in one of biggest shipper claims from the pandemic shipping crisis.
Passenger Dies Aboard Seven Seas Voyager During Donegal, Ireland Visit
A passenger died aboard Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ Seven Seas Voyager while the cruise ship was visiting Ireland on August 28.
Three Legionnaires’ Disease Cases Linked to Norwegian Prima
NCLH cooperate with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention after three guests Norwegian Prima guest diagnosed with Legionnaires’ disease.
Search Underway After Cargo Ship Sinks in Sea of Marmara
A search and rescue operation is taking place in the Sea of Marmara after a Turkish general cargo vessel is believed to have sunk.
Crown Princess Opens Australia’s 2026-27 Cruise Season
Crown Princess is set to officially open Australia's 2026-27 international cruise season when it arrives in Sydney today.
Crane Accident Injures Two During Cargo Lift at Mumbai Port
A major crane accident involving the bulk carrier Vienna occurred during heavy lift cargo operations at Mumbai Port on August 30.
Port of Auckland Reports Record Profit as Cargo Volumes Rise
Port of Auckland handles 932,209 teu during financial year ending June 30th, representing 5.5% increase compared with previous year.
Trial Delayed for Teen Charged in Carnival Horizon Death
The federal trial of a 16-year-old accused of sexually assaulting and killing his stepsister aboard the Carnival Horizon is postponed.
SK Gas Pays Record $5.3m for Panama Canal Transit Slot
SK Gas has set a new record for an expedited transit through the Panama Canal, paying $5.3 million to secure a passage.
Passenger Dies After Balcony Fall on Norwegian Getaway
A passenger has after falling from a balcony onto a lower deck of Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Getaway.
11 Cruise Crew Detained in Boston During Federal Operation
US authorities detain cruise ship crew members as part of operation focused on suspected of involvement with child sexual abuse material.
MSC Cruises Tightens Rules for Crew Resigning Early
MSC Cruises introduces stricter conditions for crew members who voluntarily resign and leave their vessel before completing their contract.