US Invests $774m in Port Infrastructure Projects

The US Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD) has announced a $774 million funding package to support port infrastructure.

OOCL Ordered to Pay Record $45.6m in Shipping Case

A US administrative law judge has ruled that OOCL must pay $45.6 million in reparations to the bankruptcy estate of retailer Bed Bath & Beyond.

Carnival Faces Lawsuits Over Reported Data Breach

Carnival is dealing with a number of lawsuits following a reported data breach that may have exposed personal information of millions of customers.

PSA Expands Investment in Xiamen Container Terminals

PSA International acquires stake in Xiamen Container Terminal Group, which operates eight terminals with an annual capacity of around 20 million TEU.

Mission to Seafarers Launches Shore Happiness Index

Mission to Seafarers is introducing a new Shorebased Happiness Index, designed to assess the wellbeing of maritime professionals working ashore.

Massachusetts Activates Vineyard Wind Contracts for Savings

Royal Caribbean Tests Early Cabin Assignment Option

Royal Caribbean International is testing a new option that allows guests booking guarantee cabins to pay a fee for earlier stateroom assignments.

US Buys Out Offshore Wind Projects in $900m Deals

The Trump administration has reached agreements with two more energy firms to exit their offshore wind projects, with nearly $900 million being paid out.

Virgin Voyages Launches AI Assistant for Cruise Planning

Virgin Voyages has introduced its first AI-powered tools, including an onboard crew assistant and a travel planning assistant named Rovey.

SINAY Acquires MariTrace to Expand Maritime Data Platform

The consolidation of vessel tracking companies is continuing, with UK-based MariTrace now acquired by French ocean data intelligence firm SINAY.

Nicaragua, Equatorial Guinea Linked to Rise in Shadow Shipping

Windward has identified Nicaragua and Equatorial Guinea as newly emerging ship registries that are beginning to take on shadow fleet tonnage.

Cruise Lines Fund Rebuild of Ketchikan Veterans Post

Princess Cruises, Holland America Line announce joint contribution of $175,000 for reconstruction of an American Legion Post in Ketchikan, Alaska.

Massachusetts Court Orders GE to Stay on Vineyard Wind Project

A Massachusetts judge has issued a preliminary injunction requiring GE Vernova to continue its involvement in the Vineyard Wind offshore project.

Top Cruise Lines Honored at F&B@Sea 2026 Awards

A number of cruise operators and industry figures have been celebrated at the F&B@Sea Awards, recognizing excellence in onboard food and beverage.

India Launches Maritime Insurance Pool for P&I Cover

India is taking steps to develop its own protection and indemnity (P&I) framework through the creation of the Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool.