Disney Adventure Arrives in Singapore to Fireworks
Disney Cruise Line’s newest, largest vessel, Disney Adventure, made a dramatic arrival in Singapore as she sailed into Marina Bay Cruise Centre.
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Norovirus Cases Reported on MS Westerdam in Hong Kong
Hong Kong health authorities initiated epidemiological monitoring on Sunday after a norovirus outbreak was identified aboard the MS Westerdam.
Philippines Opens 3.3GW Offshore Wind Auction
Philippine Department of Energy kicks off fifth round of Green Energy Auction with 3.3 gigawatts of fixed-bottom offshore wind capacity available.
Shanghai Drone Show Welcomes Holland America's Westerdam
Shanghai rolled out an eye-catching reception on February 25, when 2,000 drones illuminated the night sky in honor of the Westerdam’s arrival.
Blue Dream Melody Arrested Over Fuel Dispute
The Liberian-flagged cruise ship Blue Dream Melody has been detained at Beihai Port in China following a dispute over unpaid bunker invoices.
China Cruise Lines Focus on South Korea in 2026
China’s cruise sector is experiencing a clear geographic shift with operators concentrating on South Korean routes in what is dubbed Korea Season.
Consortium Secures First Philippine Offshore Wind Grid Deals
Seawind Asia, Stream Invest & Triconti ECC Renewables have obtained Philippines’ first grid connection agreements for offshore wind developments.
Adora Cruises Launches Spring Festival Voyages from Shanghai
The Adora Magic City has departed Shanghai on a five-night voyage themed around the Spring Festival, sailing to Incheon and Jeju in South Korea.
Man Arrested at Singapore Cruise Centre Over Drug Seizure
Authorities detain 27-year-old Indonesian at Singapore Cruise Centre after kilogram of suspected controlled substances was found in his luggage.
Costa Serena Makes First Call to Sihanoukville, Cambodia
Costa Serena has completed its inaugural visit to the port of Sihanoukville in Cambodia, bringing around 2,890 passengers to the destination.
Disney Cruise Line Reveals Summer 2027 Global Sailings
Disney has unveiled its summer 2027 itineraries, covering destinations across Europe, the Caribbean, Alaska, the Bahamas, and Southeast Asia.
China Retained Top Spot in Global Shipbuilding in 2025
China continued to lead the global shipbuilding industry in 2025, maintaining the largest market share across major metrics for the 16th year.
Viking Opens First Brand Experience Center in Beijing, China
Viking Cruises has announced the official opening of its first brand experience center in China on February 5th. The center is located in Beijing.
Costa Serena to House Athletes at 2026 Asian Games
The Organizing Committee for the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games and Asian Para Games has chartered the cruise ship, Costa Serena for the event.
Panama-Flag Container Ship Sinks Off Phuket Coast
Panama-flagged container ship traveling from Port Klang to Chattogram sank off the coast of Phuket over the weekend after it developing a list.
India Detains Three Tankers in Offshore Oil Smuggling Case
India’s coast guard took custody of three tankers located 100 nautical miles west of Mumbai, targeting an international oil smuggling network.
Harren and NSB Launch New Manning Firm in Philippines
German shipmanagement and shipping companies Harren Group and NSB Group have established a new crewing agency, Albireo, in the Philippines.
Spectrum of the Seas China Sailings Updated Through 2027
Royal Caribbean International has confirmed additional itinerary adjustments for upcoming Spectrum of the Seas cruises sailing from China.
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
Two Crew Still Missing After Bulk Carrier Sinks Near Hainan
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.