Two Sailors Charged by Singapore in Hafnia Nile Collision

Loïc Van Staey Named New Head of Belgian Shipowners Group

The Royal Belgian Shipowners’ Association (KBRV) has appointed Loïc Van Staey as its new managing director, marking a shift in leadership.

Hong Kong Launches New Maritime Development Board

Several key figures from Hong Kong shipping have been appointed to the new Hong Kong Maritime and Port Development Board which launched Monday.

Finland Bans Ship Waste Discharge in Historic Move

Cargo vessels are no longer allowed to release toilet wastewater, sulphuric wash water, or scrubber sludge into Finland's coastal waters.

Denmark Extends Life of Two Longstanding Offshore Wind Farms

The Danish Energy Agency (DEA) has approved the extension of electricity production permits for two of Denmark’s oldest offshore wind farms.

Carnival Cruises Switches Back to Coca-Cola This Summer

ILO Launches Study to Improve Ship Recycling in Pakistan

The International Labour Organization (ILO) has launched a detailed study to evaluate and improve Pakistan’s ship recycling industry.

Princess Cruises Wins Big for Outstanding Wine Selection

Wine lovers have another reason to set sail with Princess Cruises. The cruise line has just earned high praise from Wine Spectator magazine.

Saudi Signs $586M Deals to Boost Cargo Terminals at Ports

Saudi Ports Authority signs agreements totaling more than SAR 2.2B to upgrade and manage multipurpose cargo terminals throughout the country.

AIDAdiva Upgrades Boost Demand, Carnival CEO Says

The drydock renovations of the AIDAdiva under the AIDA Evolution program have been met with enthusiasm says Carnival Corporation CEO Josh Weinstein

Seafarer Day Focuses on Ending Shipboard Harassment

The focus of this year’s International Day of the Seafarer, an event backed by the United Nations, falls on the My Harassment-Free Ship initiative

Cruise Ships Skip Cádiz Again Amid Labor Protests

For the second time in seven days, a cruise ship has bypassed Cádiz as labor strikes continue to disrupt the region’s maritime and tourism ops.

MSC Drives West Africa Into Big Ship Trade Rankings

Mediterranean Shipping Co (MSC) has propelled West Africa into Alphaliner’s top 10 of shipping routes served by the largest vessels in operation.

Labor Strike Forces Carnival Ship From Dry Dock Early

Carnival seeks €4.5 million from Spain’s Navantia shipyard following disruption that forced early withdrawal of Carnival Liberty from dry dock.

Eleven Energy Launches to Expand Saudi Bunker Market

A Saudi Arabian prince, Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Saud has unveiled Eleven Energy, a newly established global bunkering firm.