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Cargo Ship Arda Suffers Engine Failure in Bosphorus

September 30, Turkey’s Directorate General of Coastal Safety confirmed that cargo vessel Arda suffered engine failure near Umuryeri in Istanbul.

Carnival Sunshine Leaving Norfolk, VA in May 2027

Carnival will soon rotate ships in Virginia, as the Carnival Sunshine departs Norfolk and the Freedom steps in to operate local itineraries.

ZIM Containership Colorado Diverted After Fire

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services reported on September 24 that the containership Colorado experienced a fire while crossing the Pacific Ocean.

Scenic Marks Historic French Meeting of River & Ocean Ships

Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours celebrated a milestone as two of its vessels met for the first time, the company announced in a press release.

NPA and APM Terminals Sign $60M Green Port Agreement

The Nigerian Ports Authority has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with APM Terminals to advance decarbonization in container transport.

Harmony Of The Seas To Feature Fleet’s Largest Casino

Royal Caribbean has confirmed that the Harmony of the Seas will debut the largest casino in the fleet following its upcoming refurbishment.

Cargo Ship Reports Near Miss in Attack Off Aden Coast

September 23, British military’s United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations confirmed an attack on a vessel around 120 nautical miles east of Aden.

Search Underway for Passenger Missing From Carnival Horizon

Authorities are investigating the disappearance of a U.S. passenger who went missing after leaving the Carnival Horizon in Bonaire last week.

India's SCI and Refiners Plan Expansion of MR Tanker Fleet

The Shipping Corporation of India, the state-owned carrier, is partnering with the country’s leading refiners to expand India’s MR tanker fleet

Hebrides Cruises Wins Award for Food Excellence

Hebrides Cruises based in Oban, Scotland, has received national recognition for its culinary offering, earning a Scottish Food & Drink Award.

Norwegian Jewel Begins Europe Season Before Drydock

The Norwegian Jewel arrived in Europe on September 14th, 2025, completing a transatlantic voyage that concluded in Southampton, United Kingdom.

Cunard Offers New Promotion with Onboard Credit Bonus

Cunard Line announced that it has introduced a new promotion giving travelers up to $1,060 in onboard spending money per Grill Suite booking.

Riviera Travel to Launch Solo Traveler Ship in 2027

Riviera Travel has announced the launch of the first river cruise ship dedicated exclusively to solo travelers starting in June 2027 in Europe.

Israeli Airstrikes Hit Yemen’s Hodeidah Port Facilities

The Yemeni port of Hodeidah was struck by a series of Israeli air raids on September 16th, following an evacuation warning issued by the IDF.

Port of Kolkata Signs 30-Year Deal with JSW Infrastructure

The Port of Kolkata has entered into a 30-year concession agreement with JSW Infrastructure, India’s second-largest private port operator.

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