Asia

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.

Aerial view of the Sungai Johor Bridge in Malaysia

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.

An offshore windfarm

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.

A view across Penang, Malaysia, looking towards the port

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.

Cranes in a port

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.

A view across Shenzhen Bay, China

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.

Tianjin, China's international cruise terminal with a docked cruise ship

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.

A map of the Bay of Bengal showing where the bulk carrier sank

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.

The bow of a Princess cruise ship

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.

Chinese acrobats performing with parasols

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.

The flag of Kyrgyzstan against a blue sky

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.

Royal Caribbean's Navigator of the Seas cruise ship at sea

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.

Cashew nuts

Union Raises Alarm Over Indian Crew on Hormuz-Bound Vessel VIDEO

The flag of India flying against a blue sky

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.

MSC's cruise ship, The Bellisimia

Seven Workers Killed in Bangladesh Shipyard Gas Leak

Seven workers have died following a toxic gas leak at a ship recycling facility in Bangladesh.

A shipbreaking yard in India

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.

Royal Caribbean's Navigator of the Seas cruise ship at sea

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.

View from behind the bar at a beach bar looking out towards the ocean

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.

A view across Qingdao, China including the harbor

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.

An MSC container ship at sea

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.

The flag of Panama