Jamaica Honors Top Cruise Travel Advisors at 2026 Awards
Jamaica Vacations Limited (JAMVAC) honors its five leading cruise travel advisors for 2024-2026 Regal Rewards Awards on August 29.
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Heineken Expands Cruise Bar Crew Training Program in 2026
Heineken grows cruise industry training initiative, aiming to train 2,500 bar crew across Europe and the United States in 2026.
Cruise Industry Brings Billions to Australian Economy
Cruise passengers spent $1.82 billion during Australia's 2024-25 season, with average spending ashore approximately $440 per passenger.
South Korea Targets 25 GW of Offshore Wind Zones by 2031
South Korea is changing its approach to offshore wind development, with the government taking responsibility for selecting suitable sites.
US and New Zealand Back $60m Cook Islands Port Upgrade
United States and New Zealand commit around $60 million towards redevelopment of Penrhyn Port in northern Cook Islands.
NCLH Seeks Dismissal of Frank Del Rio’s $8m Lawsuit
NCLH and former directors ask Miami-Dade judge to permanently dismiss compensation lawsuit brought by former President and CEO.
NCLH Plans $20 Billion Fleet Overhaul with 16 New Ships
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH) is planning to spend almost $20 billion on modernizing its fleet.
Cunard Launches Labor Day Sale with Fares From $999
Cunard launches its Labor Day Sale, offering reduced fares starting at $999 per person as well as up to $300 in onboard credit.
MSC Cruises Tightens Rules for Crew Resigning Early
MSC Cruises introduces stricter conditions for crew members who voluntarily resign and leave their vessel before completing their contract.
Norwegian Dawn Fails CDC Sanitation Inspection With 84
Norwegian Dawn receives failing score during a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Vessel Sanitation Program inspection.
Olam Agri and Vitol Trial Cashew-Based Marine Fuel in Singapore
Olam Agri, Vitol Bunkers complete what they say is Singapore's first bunker delivery of very low sulfur fuel oil co-processed with cashew nutshell liquid.
MACN Launches Global Platform to Track Port Corruption Risks
Maritime Anti-Corruption Network introduces GPIP, a data-based tool to help companies and crews understand corruption risks at ports.
Virgin Voyages Sets New Revenue Record as Demand Surges
Virgin Voyages achieves highest-ever revenue day on August 13, beating record previously set during Black Friday 2025.
Lyttelton Port Plans NZ$821m Expansion for Growing Trade
Lyttelton Port Company (LPC) is moving forward with an NZ$821m ($476m) development at Te Awaparahi Bay.
Fred. Olsen Becomes First Cruise Line to Sign Seafarer Pledge
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has become the first cruise line to sign the Merchant Navy Welfare Board's (MNWB) Seafarer Pledge.
DP World Revenue Rises 13% Despite Middle East Disruption
DP World report 13.1% increase in first-half revenue as growth throughout ports and logistics operations help counter Middle East disruption.
MSC Shipmanagement Fined $6m Over Charleston Engine Control Failure
MSC Shipmanagement receives $6 million fine and on probation after admitting it concealed engine-control issue aboard MSC Michigan VII.
Spain Approves €1.57bn Investment for State-Owned Ports
Spain has approved €1.57 billion ($1.8 billion) in public investment for its state-owned port network in 2027.
China Cuts Detentions of Panama-Flagged Ships After Talks
Number of Panama-flagged ships detained in Chinese ports drops significantly following discussions between Beijing and Panama City.
Kalmar and APM Terminals Partner on Terminal Automation
Kalmar and APM Terminals enter into partnership to advance the development and rollout of the Kalmar One automation platform.