Norwegian Spirit Itineraries in Asia See Major 2025 Updates
Norwegian Cruise Line has announced significant updates to its 2025 Asian itineraries for the Norwegian Spirit.
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Adora Cruises Partners with Shanghai Mobile to Enhance 5G
Adora Cruises announces a partnership with Shanghai Mobile to integrate advanced 5G communication tech into its newbuild, the Adora Flora City,
Hapag-Lloyd Updates China Germany Express Port Rotation
Hapag-Lloyd has announced an updated port rotation for its China Germany Express (CGX) service, set to take effect in January 2025.
Indian Billionaire Gautam Adani Indicted in US Bribery Case
Indian billionaire Gautam Adani has been charged in the USA for allegedly offering bribes to government officials to secure solar energy contracts.
RWS Global Expands to Asia with New Shanghai Headquarters
RWS Global announced the opening of a new Shanghai HQ, marking a step in its efforts to expand location-based entertainment experiences in Asia.
Fire Aboard Orient Princess in Tianjin Quickly Contained
November 18, fire broke out on cruise vessel Orient Princess in Tianjin. Authorities confirmed blaze was extinguished and no injuries were reported.
Fujian Lixin to Build 12 Bulk Carriers for Green Era Shipping
Istanbul-based Green Era Shipping enters into agreement with Chinese shipbuilder Fujian Lixin Ship Engineering to construct 12 bulk carriers.
Monte Nero Maritime Linked to New Tanker Orders in China
Greek shipowner Monte Nero Maritime is reportedly behind a recent order for up to four MR2 product tankers at COSCO Shipping Heavy Industries.
Former Oil Tycoon OK Lim Sentenced to 17.5 Years for Fraud
Lim Oon Kuin, founder of now-defunct Singapore oil trading firm Hin Leong, was handed a 17-and-a-half-year prison sentence on Monday for fraud.
Dynacom Tankers Orders More LR1 Product Carriers in China
George Procopiou’s Dynacom Tankers has placed additional orders for LR1 product carriers at Yangzijiang Shipbuilding in China.
Xi Jinping Inaugurates New Chancay Port in Peru
Xi Jinping in Peru for inauguration of a massive new port that China describes as a game-changer for trade links between Latin America and Asia.
Shell Sells Stake in Philippine Offshore Wind Project
Shell has divested its 40% stake in the Tablas offshore wind project in the Philippines, selling it to local renewable energy firm Alternergy.
Asian Shipyards See Record Orders Amid High Newbuild Prices
A report reveals that new vessel deliveries in 2023 hit a seven-year peak, adding 35 million compensated gross tonnes (cgt) to the global fleet.
Crew of Dutch Vessel Vox Maxima Charged Over Major Oil Spill
Four crew members from a Dutch-flagged ship face charges following a significant oil spill that took place in Singapore earlier this year.
Celebrity Millennium Begins Southeast Asia Winter Cruises
The Celebrity Millennium began its winter season in Asia, arriving in Singapore October 29 following an 11-night repositioning trip from Yokohama
Seacon Shipping Expands Fleet with Investment in Newbuilds
Hong Kong-listed Seacon Shipping announces plans to expand its fleet through a $63.9 million investment in six new multipurpose dry cargo ships.
Diamond Princess Announces 2025-2026 Asia Cruise Season
Princess has revealed an exciting lineup of cruises on the Diamond Princess, sailing from Singapore between December 2025 and February 2026.
Holland America’s Noordam Makes First Stop in Tokyo Harbor
Holland America’s Noordam makes inaugural visit to Tokyo’s harbor as part of a grand 28-night journey around Japan, Taiwan, and the Philippines.
South Korea Launches Tender for 1.5GW Offshore Wind Projects
South Korea has initiated a tender process for renewable energy projects, with 1.5GW of offshore wind capacity available for bidding.
Five-Tonne Bunker Fuel Spill Contained Off Singapore Coast
The MPA of Singapore has reported an overflow of five tonnes of bunker fuel during a bunkering operation involving a Bahamas-flagged bulk carrier