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BP Chairman Helge Lund to Step Down by 2026

Helge Lund, chairman of UK energy giant BP, has announced plans to step down from his role with a transition expected to take place by 2026.

Carnival Unveils New Excel-Class Ships Set for 2027 & 2028

Carnival Cruise Line shared the first look at its upcoming Excel-class ships during an event aboard the Carnival Celebration on Sunday.

Cruise Ship Dispute Leads to Assault Charge for Executive

A night of dancing aboard a Virgin Voyages cruise ship took an unexpected turn when a senior executive became involved in an altercation.

Tourist Arrested in Japan for Carrying Firearm to Port

A 73-year-old tourist was taken into custody at Kobe Port Terminal after disclosing he had a gun in his luggage while preparing to board a cruise

Trump Imposes New Tariffs, Global Trade Tensions Escalate

U.S. President Trump introduces tariffs, including a 34% levy on Chinese imports in a move that has triggered backlash from global trade partners

Machete Gang Robs Cruise Tourists in Mombasa, Kenya

More than 50 assailants armed with machetes targeted cruise passengers visiting Mombasa, Kenya, robbing them of valuables including cash and jewelry

Pioneer Navigation Announces Executive Team Changes

U.S.-based dry bulk operator Pioneer Navigation has announced a series of leadership updates as the company continues its growth trajectory.

Cargo Ship Collision Off Ningbo Leaves One Dead, Three Hurt

A fatal accident occurred near Yangxiaomao Island off the coast of Ningbo, China, when two Chinese-flagged cargo vessels collided early March 29.

MSC Preziosa Begins Drydock in Rotterdam for Upgrades

After completing its winter season the MSC Preziosa has arrived at Damen Shiprepair in Rotterdam for scheduled drydock maintenance and upgrades.

CMA CGM Sues Over Contaminated Bunkers in Houston

CMA CGM has filed a lawsuit in Texas against GCC Supply & Trading seeking over $5 million in damages related to allegedly contaminated marine fuel

Seine Valley Groups Unite to Boost River Cruise Tourism

Rouen Cruises announces effort between tourism offices along Seine River Valley and Channel region to enhance cruise passenger and crew experience

MSC Reveals Retail Lineup for New Ship MSC World America

MSC has unveiled a wide-ranging retail experience for its upcoming ship, MSC World America, ahead of its Caribbean debut in April 2025 from Miami

Celebrity Cruises Drops Labadee Stops Through 2025 - 2026

Celebrity Cruises has announced the removal of several scheduled calls to Labadee, Haiti, from its itineraries between April 2025 and April 2026.

Fire Erupts on Cargo Ship Off Batangas, 12 Rescued by PCG

Philippine Coast Guard responded to a fire on board cargo vessel MV Castphill XV in the early hours of March 30 while it was NW of Limbones Island

Malta Signs First Shore Power Deal in Mediterranean

Malta makes move toward greener maritime operations by signing Mediterranean’s first Power Purchase Agreement for shore power with Carnival UK & P&O

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