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Carnival Hosts Largest Vow Renewal at Sea on Valentine’s Day

Carnival Cruise Line celebrated its biggest vow renewal event at sea this Valentine’s Day, with ceremonies taking place across all its 27 ships.

MSC Cruises New Barcelona Terminal Now Open

MSC Cruises began operations at its brand-new terminal in the Port of Barcelona last Saturday. The facility covers 12,580 square meters.

Cruise Ship Chaos: Passenger Turns Argument into Ketchup War

A chaotic scene unfolded onboard what is believed to be the Norwegian Getaway, when a passenger escalated an row into a wild ketchup showdown.

Bulk Carrier Lila Incheon Hits Quay at Brunsbüttel Port

Liberian-flagged bulk carrier Lila Incheon made contact with the quay while maneuvering to berth at Brunsbüttel Port on the Elbe River, Germany.

Vietnam’s Newest Deep-Water Port Begins Operations

Vietnam’s Hateco Hai Phong International Container Port (HHIT), the country’s most modern deep-water port, has officially launched operations.

Panama Defends Ship Registry Amid US Sanctions Pressure

The Panama Maritime Authority (PMA) has defended its stance on sanctioned vessels, emphasizing that it is actively deflagging non-compliant ships

Cunard to Reach Over 250 Agents in UK Sales Blitz

Cunard has unveiled plans to engage with over 250 travel agents across more than 60 stores as part of its first 2025 sales blitz in the UK.

Virgin Unveils New Valentine Itineraries, Dining & Shows

Virgin Voyages is making waves this Valentine’s Week with announcements including new Caribbean itineraries and expanded entertainment offerings.

COSCO Shipping Energy Plans $378M Investment in Six Tankers

COSCO Shipping Energy Transportation has unveiled plans to invest CNY 3.496 billion ($378.3 million) in the construction of six new tankers.

Houthi Leader Warns of Renewed Threats to Red Sea Shipping

Houthis issue warning, stating they're ready to resume attacks on ships transiting the Red Sea if ceasefire between Israel and Hamas collapses.

Viking Star Alters Itinerary Due to Seismic Activity

February 10, cruise ship Viking Star was forced to modify its itinerary, skipping the Greek island of Santorini due to ongoing seismic activity.

Costa Cruises Renews Partnership with Sanremo Festival

Costa Cruises has officially renewed its collaboration with the Sanremo Festival for the fourth consecutive year while announcing Music Cruise 2025

ITF Surveys Mental Health Needs of Cruise Ship Workers

The ITF is conducting a study aimed at identifying the mental health support needs of seafarers working aboard cruise ships.

US Container Imports Hit Record High in January

US container imports surged to a new record in January, with shipments from China rising for a second consecutive month, according to Descartes.

Ponant Unveils New French Riviera Sailing Adventure in 2026

Ponant Explorations has announced an exciting new itinerary set to debut in the French Riviera in 2026, according to a recent press release.

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