Viking to Launch Indian River Cruises on Brahmaputra in 2027

Viking announces plans to introduce its first river cruises in India in 2027 with the launch of the Viking Brahmaputra, a purpose-built vessel.

Fire Contained on LCT Lily Princess in Philippines Port

A fire broke out in the galley on the LCT Lily Princess, a cargo vessel docked at Sorcom Private Port in the Philippines, on Wednesday July 9th.

Explosion and Fire Aboard Tanker Fulda Near Kandla Port

Emergency on Sunday near India’s Kandla Port when Hong Kong-flagged product tanker experienced explosion and onboard fire during gas-freeing.

Two Sailors Charged by Singapore in Hafnia Nile Collision

Hong Kong Launches New Maritime Development Board

Several key figures from Hong Kong shipping have been appointed to the new Hong Kong Maritime and Port Development Board which launched Monday.

Indian Navy Assists Tanker Fire in Gulf of Oman

On June 29, a fire broke out aboard the Yi Cheng 6, a Palau-flagged oil product tanker, while it was sailing through the Gulf of Oman.

ILO Launches Study to Improve Ship Recycling in Pakistan

The International Labour Organization (ILO) has launched a detailed study to evaluate and improve Pakistan’s ship recycling industry.

Ferry Runs Aground Near Bali, All Passengers Safe

Indonesian-flagged Ro-Ro/passenger vessel Gerbang Samudra 2 ran aground on a coral reef 100 meters from the Gilimanuk Ferry Terminal in West Bali

Batam Shipyard Fire Claims Four Lives, Injures Five More

A fire erupted on June 24 aboard the Federal II, an FSO vessel, while it was undergoing maintenance at ASL Shipyard in Batam, Indonesia.

Disney Adventure Reveals Cruise Merch With Global Flair

Disney Cruise Line Singapore unveils new collection of themed merchandise that will be featured aboard its upcoming ship, the Disney Adventure.

Fire Disables Cargo Ship in Turkey’s Çanakkale Strait

On June 17th, Turkey’s Directorate General of Coastal Safety (KEGM) reported a fire aboard the Industrial Challenger, a heavy lift vessel.

Kerala Files Charges After Two Maritime Disasters at Sea

After two emergencies off the Kerala coast, Indian authorities have filed criminal charges against the owner, captain, and crew of the Wan Hai 503

Shanghai Minsheng Orders Two Feeder Ships from New Dayang

Shanghai Minsheng Shipping reaches an agreement with Chinese shipbuilder New Dayang for the construction of two 1,100 TEU feeder container ships.

Heritage Adventurer Makes Historic Stop in Daram, Samar

Heritage Adventurer expedition cruise ship made a landmark visit to Daram, Samar on June 16, becoming the first cruise ship to dock at the island.

Princess Cruises Adds Second Ship to Singapore in 2026

Princess is to expand its presence in Asia by basing two ships out of Singapore for 2026-27 winter, offering nearly 30 sailings from the city-state