Panama Canal Traffic Surges Amid Hormuz Tensions
Ongoing disruption in the Strait of Hormuz is contributing to a major increase in Panama Canal traffic, with the waterway now operating close to full capacity.
Accidents & Emergencies
Collision Off Nigeria Injures Crew, Causes Spill
Two vessels collided at the Bonny Inner Anchorage in Nigeria on May 20, injuring several crew members and causing an oil spill in the surrounding waters.
Ushuaia Port Workers Threaten Wider Protests
Port workers who have been locked out of the Port of Ushuaia since January say they plan to intensify protest actions during the upcoming 2026-27 Antarctic cruise season.
Oil Sheen Closes Kiel Canal Lock for Hours
The northern lock of the Kiel Canal was shut down for approximately six hours on May 18 after an oil sheen was discovered inside one of the lock chambers.
Europol Targets Atlantic ‘Cocaine Highway’
Merchant Ships Hit in Russian Drone Attack at Odessa
Two commercial vessels, including a Chinese-owned ship, were struck by Russian drones while approaching ports in Ukraine’s Odessa region on Monday, May 18
Second Crew Member Detained by Sweden on Sea Owl 1
A second crew member has been detained as Swedish authorities continue investigating the tanker Sea Owl 1, which remains under detention in Sweden.
Passenger Dies After Going Overboard From Carnival Liberty
A passenger aboard Carnival Liberty died Wednesday night after reportedly going overboard while the ship was sailing between Celebration Key and Nassau in the Bahamas.
State of Maryland Secures Record Dali Bridge Settlement
The State of Maryland has finalized a $2.25 billion settlement with the owner and operator of the containership Dali following the collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge.
Indian Officer Missing After US Shore Leave
An Indian Merchant Navy officer from Uttar Pradesh, has been reported missing in the United States after not returning to his ship following shore leave in Pennsylvania on May 6.
Carnival Faces Lawsuits Over Reported Data Breach
Carnival is dealing with a number of lawsuits following a reported data breach that may have exposed personal information of millions of customers.
Piracy Attempt off Somalia Coast Reported by UKMTO
The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) has reported another attempted piracy incident 500 nautical miles off the coast of Somalia on April 28.
Crew Member Overboard From Norwegian Breakaway
A second Norwegian Cruise Line crew member has reportedly gone overboard within two-weeks, following an incident aboard the Norwegian Breakaway.
Containership Refloated After Bosphorus Grounding
Turkey’s Directorate General of Coastal Safety (KEGM) confirmed on April 28 that the grounded containership Kappa had been successfully refloated.
Woman Dies After Fall on Carnival Firenze Cruise
A woman has died after falling from a balcony on board the Carnival Firenze cruise ship while the vessel was sailing off the coast of California.
Sapphire Princess Diverts After Bodies Found at Sea
Sapphire Princess was forced to alter its route during a Mediterranean voyage after a watch developed into a serious incident for those onboard.
Cruise Ship Officer Arrested Over War Crime Allegations
Italian authorities detained a cruise ship security officer on suspicion of war crimes and genocide linked to the conflict in former Yugoslavia.
Drone Strikes Hit Odesa Port and Damage Infrastructure
Reports say Russian drones targeted infrastructure at Ukraine’s Port of Odesa on the Black Sea, causing damage and igniting a fire in a vessel.
US Forces Board Iran-Linked Tanker Tifani in Indian Ocean
U.S. forces boarded a tanker while it was sailing through the Indian Ocean on April 21. The operation was completed without any reported issues.
Crew Members Deported After Screening at Port Everglades
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at Port Everglades have deported four cruise ship crew members following routine inspections.