Eastern Cruise to Launch in Asia with Former Pacific Venus
South Korea-based Eastern Cruise is set to launch a new cruise operation in Asia using the former Pacific Venus, now renamed Eastern Venus.
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Dramatic Turn of Events in Tanker Collision Off Singapore
Friday's tanker collision off the coast of Singapore took an unexpected turn over the weekend when one of the vessels attempted to flee the scene
Fire Erupts on Maersk Container Ship Off Goan Coast
Huge fire breaks out on container ship Maersk Frankfurt, located about 102 nautical miles southwest of Goa, while en route to Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Century River Cruises Introduces Sixth Ship to Yangtze Fleet
Century River Cruises expands its fleet with the addition of a sixth ship, the Century Voyage, set to enter service on the Yangtze in September.
Tankers Hafnia Nile and Ceres I on Fire Off Singapore Coast
This morning two tankers, Hafnia Nile and Ceres I, caught fire off the coast of Singapore. AIS data indicates a collision in the Singapore Strait
Armed Incident Aboard Bulk Carrier Reported by ReCAAP
Regional Cooperation Agreement on Combating Piracy and Armed Robbery against Ships in Asia reports an armed incident on bulk carrier Wadi Feran.
Growth in Asia/Pacific Cruise Capacity Expected in 2024
The 2024 Cruise Industry News Annual Report indicates a substantial increase in cruise capacity in the Asia/Pacific region this year.
Maersk Introduces Shipping Route Between China & Bangladesh
In response to growing trade demands, particularly in the retail sector, Maersk has launched a new shipping route between China and Bangladesh.
Yangzijiang Shipbuilding Expands with New Yard in Jingjiang
Yangzijiang Shipbuilding, China's largest privately owned shipbuilder, is expanding its operations by developing a new yard in Jingjiang City.
Missing Container Ship Captain Searched for Off Philippines
The Philippine Coast Guard has initiated a search and rescue for the missing captain of a containership in the waters near Lubang Island.
840,000 Cruise Passengers Visited Shanghai So Far This Year
Port of Shanghai reported processing 840,000 cruise passengers during the first half of 2024, according to the Port Border Inspection Department
Japanese Ferry Runs Aground in Hokkaido Harbor
A ferry, the Silver Breeze, with 140 passengers and crew members on board, ran aground in the West Harbor of Tomakomai, Hokkaido.
Disney to Base & Operate Ship in Japan Via OLC Partnership
Disney and Oriental Land Co. (OLC) are collaborating to offer year-round Disney cruise vacations in Japan, as announced in a press release.
Major Price Fluctuations Reported by Chinese Cruise Guests
Sources in China report that cruise prices for the Chinese market are experiencing notable fluctuations as sailing dates approach.
Yang Ming Achieves Biofuel Bunkering Landmark in South Korea
Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation revealed its vessel YM Together has become the first foreign-flagged ship in South Korea to use biofuel.