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SSY to Acquire Grieg Shipbrokers in Major Expansion Move

United Kingdom based shipbroking group SSY has reached an agreement to acquire Grieg Shipbrokers, one of Scandinavia’s oldest brokerage firms.

Costa Highlights 2026 Strategy at Global Summit in Barcelona

Costa Cruises held the second edition of the Costa Global Summit in Barcelona, with more than 2,500 attendees including partners and travel advisors

Hapag-Lloyd Orders Methanol-Fueled Ships in Fleet Upgrade

Hapag-Lloyd has advanced its fleet modernization strategy by ordering eight dual-fuel methanol container ships from China’s CIMC Raffles.

Brazil Approves Major Expansion for Rio Brasil Terminal

Government gives green light to $175 million private investment aimed at expanding and modernizing Rio Brasil Terminal at Port of Rio de Janeiro.

NYK Orders New Car Carrier with Autonomous Tech Features

NYK Line has placed an order with Shinkai Toyohashi Shipbuilding for a new car carrier equipped with the latest digital marine DX technologies.

Norwegian Appoints Marc Kazlauskas as New Brand President

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has announced that Marc Kazlauskas will become president of Norwegian Cruise Line as of January 19th, 2026.

Costa Expands Electric Truck Use in Port Logistics

Costa Cruises strengthens sustainability efforts by increasing the use of electric trucks within its port logistics network of Genoa and Savona.

New Zealand Confirms Support for Coastal Shipping Rules

New Zealand’s government reaffirmed its cabotage regulations, which require domestic coastal shipping be carried out by vessels registered in NZ.

Viridien Launches New Seismic Project for Angola Block 22

Viridien introduces multi-client seismic reimaging initiative focused on Angola’s offshore block 22 ahead of the country’s upcoming licensing round.

HAL Creates Upcycled Tote Bags for 2026 Voyages

Guests sailing on Holland America Line’s 2026 Grand Voyages will receive a unique tote bag that has been crafted from repurposed ship textiles.

COSCO Orders 87 Ships in Record Chinese Deal

China’s state-owned shipping giant COSCO confirms an enormous order for 87 new vessels from shipyards operated by China State Shipbuilding Corp.

AGL Energy Abandons Gippsland Skies Offshore Wind Project

A third offshore wind initiative in Australia's Gippsland offshore wind zone has been cancelled, with AGL Energy being the latest to withdraw.

MSC Cruises Unveils New Entertainment at Ocean Cay Island

MSC Cruises has announced an expanded roster of entertainment options coming to Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, its exclusive Bahamian island.

Holland America Launches Second Annual Great HALiday Event

Holland America Line is marking the festive season with the return of its Great HALiday Giveaway, now in its 2nd year, according to an announcement.

Princess Cruises Announces Major Updates to Rooms Division Roles

Princess Cruises outlines series of significant changes to Rooms Division across its fleet, introducing new roles and performance-based incentives

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