China’s Shipyards Shift Toward AI-Driven Cruise Ship Building
China’s shipbuilding sector is moving into a new phase shaped by faster production, advanced automation, and the growing use of AI in its processes
China’s shipbuilding sector is moving into a new phase shaped by faster production, advanced automation, and the growing use of AI in its processes
Two sailors remain unaccounted for after a bulk carrier sank in the Gulf of Tonkin during severe weather off the coast of China’s Hainan Island.
Emerald Cruises & Tours has opened reservations for its 2026-2027 Southeast Asia river cruise season, according to a company press release.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces initiative that includes ₹10,000 crore program to build domestic container manufacturing industry.
Taiwanese liner operator Evergreen is continuing its fleet expansion strategy with new orders for 23 container ships valued up to $1.47 billion.
Kai Tak Cruise Terminal reports achievements as it enters 13th year of operations including that during 2025 it hosted seven inaugural cruise calls.
aiwanese container carrier Wan Hai Lines is increasing its footprint in Japan’s port infrastructure with the purchase of Terminal C9 at Osaka Port.
A significant fire erupted among stacked containers at the Karachi International Container Terminal at Karachi Port in Pakistan on January 16th.
The COSCO Shipping Carnation was supplied with 200 tonnes of green methanol on January 21 using China’s first dual-fuel methanol bunkering vessel
Swan Hellenic announces series of diving-focused expeditions that enhance its East Asia itineraries, each sailing to Raja Ampat on the Minerva.
The global container port rankings remain unchanged as we head into 2026, with Asia’s three leading hubs all reporting higher volumes in 2025.
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) announced that the luxury yacht Luminara made its first-ever visit to Hong Kong on January 13, 2026.
Costa Serena, with more than 2,960 passengers onboard, arrived in Nha Trang this month, marking the first cruise ship call to Vietnam in 2026.
Adora Cruises has introduced a new onboard video documentary series about China across its ships Adora Magic City and Adora Mediterranea.
Turkish shipping newcomer Aqmaris has finalized a contract with China’s Wuhu Shipyard for the construction of four ultramax bulk carriers.