17 Oct 2025

Fire on Federal II in Indonesia Claims 10 Lives, 18 Injured

A fire aboard the Federal II has left 10 people dead and at least 18 others injured while the vessel was undergoing repairs and conversion work.

Fire on Federal II in Indonesia Claims 10 Lives, 18 Injured
16 Oct 2025

China’s New Port Fees Create Costly Strain for US Ships

The German owners of the US-flagged Panamax vessel Matson Waikiki are facing a hefty $1.7 million (RMB 12.1 million) fee to dock in Shanghai.

China’s New Port Fees Create Costly Strain for US Ships
15 Oct 2025

China Begins Charging Special Port Fees on US Ships

China officially started imposing special port fees on vessels that are owned, operated, built, or flagged in the United States on Tuesday 14th.

China Begins Charging Special Port Fees on US Ships
15 Oct 2025

CMA CGM Signs Deal with Cochin Shipyard for Six LNG Ships

France-based CMA CGM has signed a letter of intent with Cochin Shipyard Ltd (CSL) in India to construct six LNG-powered feeder containerships.

CMA CGM Signs Deal with Cochin Shipyard for Six LNG Ships
14 Oct 2025

PNSC Expands Fleet with $193 Million Tanker Acquisition

Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC) has approved the purchase of three secondhand oil tankers worth approximately $193 million.

PNSC Expands Fleet with $193 Million Tanker Acquisition
14 Oct 2025

Costa Serena To Serve As Floating Hotel for Asian Games

Costa Serena to serve as floating hotel during 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games in Japan, accommodating athletes and officials while in Nagoya Port.

Costa Serena To Serve As Floating Hotel for Asian Games
13 Oct 2025

China Strikes Back with Port Fee Hike on US-Linked Ships

Over the weekend several ships bound for China reversed course after Beijing unveiled retaliatory measures against vessels linked to the U.S.

China Strikes Back with Port Fee Hike on US-Linked Ships
13 Oct 2025

Passenger Ferry Sinks at Philippine Port During Severe Weather

A passenger ferry sank while moored at a Philippine port on October 7 amid rough weather conditions. All crew members on board escaped safely.

Passenger Ferry Sinks at Philippine Port During Severe Weather
9 Oct 2025

One Missing After Fishing Boat Sinks in South China Sea

Vietnam Maritime Search and Rescue Coordination Center receive alert after collision in the South China Sea between cargo vessel and fishing boat

One Missing After Fishing Boat Sinks in South China Sea
9 Oct 2025

Vietnamese Fishing Vessel Sinks After Collision with Tanker

October 4, Vietnamese fishing boat BD 83019-TS sank following a collision with the South Korean-flagged oil tanker MS Favor near Ca Na estuary.

Vietnamese Fishing Vessel Sinks After Collision with Tanker
8 Oct 2025

Ferry Collides with Another Vessel and Pier in Istanbul

October 6, the Turkey-flagged ferry Okmeydani was involved in a collision with another ferry before crashing into the pier at Sirkeci, Istanbul.

Ferry Collides with Another Vessel and Pier in Istanbul
8 Oct 2025

AIDA Funds Seven New Schools Through FLY & HELP Partnership

At this year’s Reiner Meutsch Foundation FLY & HELP charity gala, AIDA President Felix Eichhorn presented a check to founder Reiner Meutsch.

AIDA Funds Seven New Schools Through FLY & HELP Partnership
7 Oct 2025

StarCruises Launches TCM Wellness Festival at Sea

StarCruises announces collaboration with Guangdong Broadcasting Network to introduce a Traditional Chinese Medicine Festival aboard Star Voyager.

StarCruises Launches TCM Wellness Festival at Sea
6 Oct 2025

US Clarifies Details On New Port Fees For Chinese Vessels

US Customs has just released further guidance on the new port fees for Chinese-linked ships, which they say are set to take effect next week.

US Clarifies Details On New Port Fees For Chinese Vessels
3 Oct 2025

Cargo Ship and Fishing Boat Collide Off Fort Kochi

October 1, cargo vessel MSC Silver II collided with fishing boat Prathyasha in the Arabian Sea near Fort Kochi, India. No injuries were reported.

Cargo Ship and Fishing Boat Collide Off Fort Kochi