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.
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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.
Emerald Opens Bookings for 2026-27 Mekong Season
Emerald Cruises & Tours has opened reservations for its 2026-2027 Southeast Asia river cruise season, according to a company press release.
India Launches $1.2bn Plan to Boost Container Production
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces initiative that includes ₹10,000 crore program to build domestic container manufacturing industry.
Evergreen Orders 23 New Container Ships Worth $1.47bn
Taiwanese liner operator Evergreen is continuing its fleet expansion strategy with new orders for 23 container ships valued up to $1.47 billion.
Kai Tak Cruise Terminal Marks Milestones Entering 2026
Kai Tak Cruise Terminal reports achievements as it enters 13th year of operations including that during 2025 it hosted seven inaugural cruise calls.
Wan Hai Acquires Osaka Terminal to Expand Japan Presence
aiwanese container carrier Wan Hai Lines is increasing its footprint in Japan’s port infrastructure with the purchase of Terminal C9 at Osaka Port.
Container Fire Destroys Cargo at Karachi Port Terminal
A significant fire erupted among stacked containers at the Karachi International Container Terminal at Karachi Port in Pakistan on January 16th.
COSCO Shipping Carnation Bunkered With Green Methanol
The COSCO Shipping Carnation was supplied with 200 tonnes of green methanol on January 21 using China’s first dual-fuel methanol bunkering vessel
Swan Hellenic Adds Diving Programs to East Asia Voyages
Swan Hellenic announces series of diving-focused expeditions that enhance its East Asia itineraries, each sailing to Raja Ampat on the Minerva.
Asia’s Top Container Ports Hold Rankings Heading Into 2026
The global container port rankings remain unchanged as we head into 2026, with Asia’s three leading hubs all reporting higher volumes in 2025.
Luminara Makes Maiden Call to New Asia Homeport, Hong Kong
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) announced that the luxury yacht Luminara made its first-ever visit to Hong Kong on January 13, 2026.
Costa Serena First Cruise Ship to Call at Vietnam in 2026
Costa Serena, with more than 2,960 passengers onboard, arrived in Nha Trang this month, marking the first cruise ship call to Vietnam in 2026.