Adora Launches Chinese Cultural Documentary Series at Sea
Adora Cruises has introduced a new onboard video documentary series about China across its ships Adora Magic City and Adora Mediterranea.
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Aqmaris Orders Four Ultramax Bulkers at Wuhu Shipyard
Turkish shipping newcomer Aqmaris has finalized a contract with China’s Wuhu Shipyard for the construction of four ultramax bulk carriers.
Korean Register Names Lee Yongsok as New Chairman
Classification society Korean Register (KR) has named Lee Yongsok as its 26th chairman and chief executive following an election on December 23rd
Former Costa Magica Prepares for China Service After Refit
The former Costa Magica has arrived in a Chinese shipyard as it prepares to begin operations with Tianjin Oriental International Cruise Line.
Hong Kong Opens Tender for Kai Tak Cruise Terminal Operator
A new tender has been issued looking for someone to operate and manage the Kai Tak Cruise Terminal (KTCT) in Hong Kong from June 2028 onward.
Piano Land Concludes First Malaysia Season, Returns to Hong Kong
Astro Ocean has completed its inaugural deployment from Malaysia, with Piano Land now sailing back to Hong Kong while carrying 1,700 guests.
Blue Dream Cruises Halts Sailings Citing Ship Maintenance
Blue Dream Cruises announces suspension of operations from Jan 4, attributing the decision to hardware upgrades, maintenance on Blue Dream Melody
Fatal Fire Damages Passenger Vessel in Cox’s Bazar
A fire erupted on board the passenger vessel Atlantic Cruise on December 27th while it was berthed at Nuniachhara in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh.
Adora Mediterranea Launches Heritage Cruises from Guangzhou
Adora Cruises says the Adora Mediterranea will run themed sailings from Guangzhou as part of a “Intangible Cultural Heritage on the Waves” program.
StarCruises Hosts RMHC Malaysia Families Aboard Star Voyager
StarCruises and Ronald McDonald House Charities Malaysia welcomed 200 pediatric patients and families aboard Star Voyager for event in Port Klang
Tanker Zhong Fa Disabled After Engine Failure in Taiwan Strait
The Honduras flagged oil and chemical tanker Zhong Fa lost maneuvering ability while passing through the Taiwan Strait on December 21st.
SIPG Elects Former Transport Chief Yu Fulin as New Chairman
Shanghai International Port Group (SIPG) has appointed former head of the Shanghai transport commission Yu Fulin as its new chairman.
Notorious Bulk Carrier Sage Sagittarius Sold for Scrapping
Nippon Yusen Kaisha’s Sage Sagittarius, a 25 year old post panamax bulk carrier known for its troubled past, has been sold for demolition.
Mystic Cruises Signs Newbuild Deal with Option for More Ships
China Merchants Shipbuilding Industry Corporation has confirmed it has finalized an agreement with Mystic Cruises to construct a new cruise ship.
Container Ship Orita Towed After Engine Failure
Container vessel Orita experienced an engine breakdown while navigating the Çanakkale Strait on 9 December during a voyage from Aliağa to Kocaeli
COSCO Orders 87 Ships in Record Chinese Deal
China’s state-owned shipping giant COSCO confirms an enormous order for 87 new vessels from shipyards operated by China State Shipbuilding Corp.
HD Hyundai Partners with Tamil Nadu for $2bn Shipyard
South Korea's HD Hyundai has entered into an agreement with the Tamil Nadu state government to develop a $2 billion shipyard facility in Madurai.
Louis Dreyfus Joins AD Ports to Develop Bulk Facility in Karachi
Louis Dreyfus to partner with subsidiary of AD Ports Group to develop clean bulk handling and storage facility for agricultural goods at Karachi.
Ovation of the Seas Sails Nowhere Cruise After Typhoon Disruption
Royal Caribbean International’s Ovation of the Seas operated a cruise to nowhere over the weekend after a typhoon forced the ship to change course.
Cargo Ship Strikes Pier While Entering Busan’s Gamcheon Port
A cargo ship allided with a pier while entering Busan’s Gamcheon Port on December 1. All crew were unharmed and no marine pollution was reported.