Adora Flora City to Host Cultural Gala on Maiden Voyage
Adora Cruises has revealed plans for a special themed gala during the maiden voyage of Adora Flora City.
Asia
Kyrgyzstan Says No Ships Are Authorized to Use Its Flag
Kyrgyzstan informs the IMO that no companies or individuals currently have permission to register or operate vessels under its flag.
Royal Caribbean to Resume Year-Round SE Asia Cruises from Singapore
Royal Caribbean is set to return to year-round cruising from Singapore when Navigator of the Seas arrives in October.
Olam Agri and Vitol Trial Cashew-Based Marine Fuel in Singapore
Olam Agri, Vitol Bunkers complete what they say is Singapore's first bunker delivery of very low sulfur fuel oil co-processed with cashew nutshell liquid.
Union Raises Alarm Over Indian Crew on Hormuz-Bound Vessel VIDEO
MSC Bellissima Launches 2026 Summer Season from Shanghai
MSC Bellissima arrived at Shanghai Wusongkou International Cruise Terminal on Aug 1 officially starting MSC Cruises' 2026 Shanghai summer season.
Seven Workers Killed in Bangladesh Shipyard Gas Leak
Seven workers have died following a toxic gas leak at a ship recycling facility in Bangladesh.
Royal Caribbean Expands Australia and Asia Cruise Operations
Royal Caribbean to increase presence across Australia and Asia with the redeployment of three ships and additional itineraries.
Bali Governor Urges Bartenders to Build Careers at Home
Bali Governor encourages bartenders to establish businesses on the island instead of seeking employment aboard cruise ships.
Tianjin Oriental’s Dream Extends Qingdao, Dalian Port Staycations
Tianjin Oriental’s Dream offers non-sailing staycation program in Dalian and Qingdao while regular cruise operations remain suspended.
MSC Silvana VIII Sinks After Grounding Near Zhoushan, China
MSC Silvana VIII sinks in Zhoushan area of China after experiencing progressive flooding following a grounding shortly after leaving a ship repair yard.
China Cuts Detentions of Panama-Flagged Ships After Talks
Number of Panama-flagged ships detained in Chinese ports drops significantly following discussions between Beijing and Panama City.
Adora Mediterranea to Host Beijing Opera Themed Cruises
Adora Cruises announces voyages celebrating Beijing Opera aboard the Adora Mediterranea for Mid-Autumn Festival and China National Day.
ICTSI Extends Manila Container Terminal Deal Until 2063
ICTSI awarded 25-year extension to concession for Manila International Container Terminal, allowing them to operate until May 2063.
COSCO Advances $1.1bn Tianjin Shipyard Expansion Project
COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry is pressing ahead with plans to develop an RMB8 billion ($1.1 billion) shipbuilding complex in Tianjin, China.
Rescue Effort Continues After Vietnamese Cargo Ship Sinks
Large-scale international search and rescue operation continues in South China Sea after Vietnamese general cargo vessel Khoi Nguyen 18 sank.
Chinese Shipyards Set New Record for First-Half Ship Orders
Chinese shipyards secure more shipbuilding orders in first six months of 2026 than in any previous full calendar year.
Tianjin Oriental’s Dream to Become Floating Hotel at Beer Festival
Tianjin Oriental’s Dream to host 10-day stationary staycation serving as the first offshore venue for the Qingdao International Beer Festival.
Costa Serena Begins Final Season in Asia Before Relocation
The Costa Serena is sailing its final season in Asia after spending more than a decade operating in the region.
COSCO Shipping Bulk Orders Four Newcastlemax Bulk Carriers
COSCO Shipping Bulk has placed an order for four newcastlemax bulk carriers at CSSC Qingdao Beihai Shipbuilding.