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Fire Breaks Out on Cargo Ship at Port of Antwerp

Asuka III Christened in Yokohama Ahead of First Voyage

Asuka Cruises officially named its newest ship, Asuka III, during a ceremony held earlier this month at the Port of Yokohama, the company announced.

Carnival HUB App Adds Coffee Pick-Up Feature for Guests

Carnival Cruise Line has updated its HUB App to include a new feature that lets guests place coffee orders in advance for pick-up.

Iran Seizes Tanker Over Alleged Fuel Smuggling in Gulf

Iranian authorities detain foreign oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman, accusing it of trying to smuggle approximately two million litres of fuel.

Port of LA Sets June Record Amid Early Holiday Shipments

The Port of Los Angeles processed 892,340 Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units (TEUs) in June, achieving an 8% rise over the same month in 2024.

New Cruise Terminal Planned for Brazil's Port of Santos

The Port of Santos in Brazil could soon feature a new cruise terminal and tourism hub as part of the ambitious Santos Vivo initiative.

Fugro Signs 7-Year Deal for Offshore Surveys with EirGrid

Dutch geotechnical firm Fugro has secured a seven-year framework contract with EirGrid, Ireland’s state-run electricity transmission company.

Nice Court Blocks Mayor’s Bid to Limit Cruise Ship Visits

Court in Nice strikes down order issued by Mayor Christian Estrosi to restrict cruise ship arrivals, ruling he overstepped his legal authority.

AIDA Halts Middle East Cruises for Winter 2025/26 Season

AIDA Cruises has cancelled all of its Middle East sailings for the upcoming 2025/26 winter season, citing ongoing regional unrest.

Passenger Ship Hits Quay After Steering Failure in Sweden

On July 12, Swedish passenger ship Stockholm struck a quay at Kastellholmen, an islet in central Stockholm, following a mechanical malfunction.

Celebrity Infinity Alters Itinerary After Power Outage in Kudasi

After a power outage while docked in Kusadasi, Celebrity Cruises informs guests that the remainder of the Infinity’s itinerary has been modified.

Korean Officer Honored with 2025 IMO Bravery Award

Officer Lee Tae-Young named recipient of the 2025 IMO Award for Exceptional Bravery at Sea for his courageous actions in rescuing 12 fellow crew.

Viking to Launch Indian River Cruises on Brahmaputra in 2027

Viking announces plans to introduce its first river cruises in India in 2027 with the launch of the Viking Brahmaputra, a purpose-built vessel.

Genoa Cruise Drama Shows Importance of Empathy in Crisis

At the Port of Genoa, a French woman fainted on the sidewalk, overwhelmed by the fear that she and her young daughter might miss their cruise

Calvados Offshore Wind Farm Delayed Until Late 2027

EDF confirms commercial launch of Calvados offshore wind project will now take place in late 2027—over two years later than originally scheduled.

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