Five Dead and 87 Missing After Ferry Fire in Philippines
Five people have been confirmed dead and 87 remain unaccounted for following a fire aboard a passenger ferry in the Philippines.
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Songkhla Port Receives First Ship-to-Shore Container Cranes
Thailand’s Port of Songkhla has taken delivery of its first ship-to-shore container cranes as part of an expansion program.
Japan Engine Completes World-First Hydrogen Marine Engine
Japan Engine Corporation completes what it says is world’s first hydrogen-powered main engine designed for a large commercial vessel.
Princess Cruises Ends Local Sales Operations in Taiwan
Princess Cruises ended its sales operations in Taiwan on August 31, 2026, according to an article in Taiwan News.
South Korea Approves Merger of Four Major Port Authorities
South Korea has officially approved plans to combine its four main port authorities into a single national body.
Xiamen Concludes 2026 Summer Cruise Season with 50,000 Guests
Xiamen concluded its 2026 summer cruise season on August 22 as Star Voyager departed from Xiamen International Cruise Homeport.
Oil Tanker Strikes Sungai Johor Bridge in Malaysia
The oil products tanker SMF Ixora collided with Malaysia’s Sungai Johor Bridge on September 2, 2026.
South Korea Targets 25 GW of Offshore Wind Zones by 2031
South Korea is changing its approach to offshore wind development, with the government taking responsibility for selecting suitable sites.
Ferry and Oil Tanker Collide Near Penang, Injuring 21
A collision between a ferry and an oil tanker near Penang Port in Malaysia on Tuesday night, September 1, left 21 people injured.
Crane Accident Injures Two During Cargo Lift at Mumbai Port
A major crane accident involving the bulk carrier Vienna occurred during heavy lift cargo operations at Mumbai Port on August 30.
Adora Magic City Begins First Cruise Season from Shenzhen
Adora Magic City departed from Shenzhen beginning its first international cruise in Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.
Tianjin Cruise Port Reaches 100 Calls So Far in 2026
Tianjin International Cruise Homeport welcomed its 100th cruise call to the Chinese city on 2026 on August 4th.
22 Seafarers Missing After Bulker Sinks in Bay of Bengal
Twenty-two seafarers are missing after the Panamax bulk carrier Ocean Winner sank in the Bay of Bengal.
Princess Cruises Changes Payroll Process for Filipino Crew
Princess Cruises is introducing changes to the way salary allotments and mandatory deductions are handled for Filipino crew members.
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.
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
The Forward Seamen’s Union of India calls on Indian authorities to intervene over concerns for the safety of 16 Indian crew members.
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.