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MSC Cruises Launches Winter 2024-25 Season from Miami

MSC Cruises has begun its winter 2024-25 season from Miami, with the MSC Divina and MSC Seaside setting sail, according to a press release.

The Hood Launches New Platform for Maritime Community

The Hood introduces new social platform aimed at connecting the maritime community, including seafarers, their families and industry professionals

MARAD Allocates $580 Million for US Port Upgrades

US Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration announces plans to invest almost $580 million in port infrastructure across the country

Vessel Reports Missile Splashes in Red Sea Near Yemen

A ship transiting the Red Sea, approximately 25 nautical miles off the coast of Al Mukha encountered missile splashes hitting the water nearby.

Canadian Unions to Challenge Government Order on Port Disputes

Union leaders to contest Canadian government's mandate to end ongoing labor disputes at ports including Montreal, Vancouver and Prince Rupert.

Automation Dispute Could Lead to New East Coast Strike

A challenge for the incoming Trump administration may be an impending strike as a trade union remains firm on its stance against automation.

Evergreen Marine Seeks Proposals for Megamax Methanol Ships

According to Alphaliner, Taiwan’s Evergreen Marine has issued a request for proposals for eleven new 24,000 TEU methanol dual-fuel vessels.

COSCO Expands VLCC Fleet with Six Newbuilds at DSIC

COSCO Shipping Energy Transportation is expanding its fleet of VLCCs by adding six newbuilds at Dalian Shipbuilding Industry Co (DSIC).

Hapag-Lloyd Sets Rate Hike for South America to North America

Hapag-Lloyd announces General Rate Increase (GRI) for routes from the East Coast of S. America to N. and Central America, as well as Caribbean.

Russia's Top Shipyards in Merger Talks Backed by Putin

Two of Russia's leading shipyards are discussing a potential merger, a deal backed by President Vladimir Putin.

Asian Shipyards See Record Orders Amid High Newbuild Prices

A report reveals that new vessel deliveries in 2023 hit a seven-year peak, adding 35 million compensated gross tonnes (cgt) to the global fleet.

Panama Moves to Deregister Four Sanctioned LNG Tankers

Panamanian authorities announce they will cancel the registration of four LNG tankers, following US sanctions linked to illicit activities.

Princess Cruises Unveils Record 131-Day Circle Pacific Voyage

Princess Cruises has introduced its longest journey yet: a 131-day Circle Pacific voyage set to depart in Jan 2026, according to a press release.

Maersk & Syngenta Renew Partnership for Sustainable Logistics

Maersk and Syngenta Crop Protection, a leader in agricultural innovation, have extended their 4PL partnership for another five years.

Celestyal, Visit Qatar Partner for Arabian Gulf Cruise Season

Celestyal has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Visit Qatar as it prepares for its inaugural season in the Arabian Gulf.

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