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WSC Launches AI Cargo Safety Program to Prevent Fires

The World Shipping Council (WSC), the liner industry’s lobbying body, has introduced the Cargo Safety Program, a new initiative designed to use AI

Empty Containers Now 41% of Global Shipping Traffic

A new study by the Danish consultancy Sea-Intelligence highlights the rising share of empty containers that are being transported worldwide.

Four Carnival Pride Crew Deported After U.S. Detention

One Indonesian and three Filipino seafarers from Carnival Pride were detained and later deported after the vessel docked at the Port of Baltimore

CMA CGM Rules Out Surcharges on New US Port Fees

CMA CGM, world’s third-largest container shipping line, assured clients it's prepared for the upcoming increase in US fees on Chinese-linked vessels

Heineken Names Natalia Kuldyaeva Global Duty Free Head

Heineken has appointed Natalia Kuldyaeva as its new Global Duty Free Manager, the company has confirmed in a recent press release.

Container Collapse at Long Beach Involves ZIM Ship

September 9, the Portugal-flagged containership Mississippi suffered a container stack collapse while docked at Pier G in the Port of Long Beach.

Carnival Adds Horizon and Spirit to Galveston in 2027

Carnival has revealed that the Carnival Horizon and Spirit will homeport in Galveston for the first time as part of their 2027-28 deployment.

AIDA Expands Biofuel Use and Shore Power Connections

AIDA says during first half of 2025 it consumed over 3,300 tons of bio-LNG on the AIDAnova and completed more than 250 shore power connections.

Spain Bans Military Cargo Shipments Bound for Israel

Spain has introduced a ban preventing ships and aircraft transporting weapons or military-grade fuel to Israel from accessing its ports or airspace

Ningbo Ocean Shipping Expands Fleet with $406m Plan

Ningbo Ocean Shipping has unveiled plans to invest approximately CNY 2.9 billion through its Singapore arm to establish two new subsidiaries.

MSC Cruises Serves Fine Dining at Italian Grand Prix

MSC Cruises revealed in a press release that it brought a taste of its signature gastronomy to the 2025 Italian Grand Prix at the Monza circuit.

MV Gemini Damaged After Pier Collision in Piraeus Port

On the morning of September 5 cruise ship MV Gemini, operated by Miray Cruises, struck the pier while attempting to dock at the port of Piraeus.

Viking Partners with Downton Abbey for Film Finale Launch

Viking reveals collaboration with Focus Features, Universal Pictures, Carnival Films to celebrate the release of Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale.

Princess Cruises Reportedly Stops Hiring Brazilians

Princess Cruises has reportedly suspended the recruitment of Brazilian crew, making it the latest line to do so amid escalating legal concerns.

India, Singapore Sign Green Shipping Corridor Deal

ndia and Singapore have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to create a Green and Digital Shipping Corridor (GDSC) linking the two nations

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