Norwegian Appoints Marc Kazlauskas as New Brand President

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has announced that Marc Kazlauskas will become president of Norwegian Cruise Line as of January 19th, 2026.

CMA CGM Sets Goal of 1,000 Women at Sea by 2030

CMA CGM, the container shipping company, has increased its long-term targets and now plans to have 1,000 women serving at sea by the end of 2030.

AIDA Donates Furniture to Support Numerous Community Projects

AIDA Cruises has shared that 4,700 pieces of furniture from AIDAluna were donated after the vessel’s recent drydock at Chantier Naval in Marseille

Costa Expands Electric Truck Use in Port Logistics

Costa Cruises strengthens sustainability efforts by increasing the use of electric trucks within its port logistics network of Genoa and Savona.

New Zealand Confirms Support for Coastal Shipping Rules

New Zealand’s government reaffirmed its cabotage regulations, which require domestic coastal shipping be carried out by vessels registered in NZ.

TUI Reports Strong EBIT Growth in Cruise Segment

TUI Group released its full-year 2025 results on Wednesday 10th December, highlighting a significant rise in earnings from its cruise division.

Viridien Launches New Seismic Project for Angola Block 22

Viridien introduces multi-client seismic reimaging initiative focused on Angola’s offshore block 22 ahead of the country’s upcoming licensing round.

HAL Creates Upcycled Tote Bags for 2026 Voyages

Guests sailing on Holland America Line’s 2026 Grand Voyages will receive a unique tote bag that has been crafted from repurposed ship textiles.

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.

Brazil Clarifies Hiring Rules for Cruise Ship Crew

Brazil approves measure stating Brazilian crew recruited by agencies to work on cruise ships are not employees under Brazilian labor legislation.

AGL Energy Abandons Gippsland Skies Offshore Wind Project

A third offshore wind initiative in Australia's Gippsland offshore wind zone has been cancelled, with AGL Energy being the latest to withdraw.

Marella Voyager Introduces Umi Sushi Dining Experience

Marella Cruises unveils fourth specialty dining option aboard Marella Voyager, Umi Sushi, serving Japanese-influenced dishes, launching this month

HD Hyundai Partners with Tamil Nadu for $2bn Shipyard

Holland America Launches Second Annual Great HALiday Event

Holland America Line is marking the festive season with the return of its Great HALiday Giveaway, now in its 2nd year, according to an announcement.

Hapag-Lloyd’s Bid for ZIM Faces Rising Pushback

Hapag-Lloyd is reportedly pursuing an acquisition of ZIM, Israel’s top container line, according to several media sources - and facing pushback.