16 Oct 2025

MSC Foundation Joins Global Conservation Congress

MSC Foundation announced it participated in IUCN World Conservation Congress last week to advance global sustainability and environmental efforts.

MSC Foundation Joins Global Conservation Congress
15 Oct 2025

Fred. Olsen Partners with RWS Global for New Entertainment

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines unveils partnership with renowned entertainment company RWS Global to elevate the onboard entertainment experience.

Fred. Olsen Partners with RWS Global for New Entertainment
15 Oct 2025

China Begins Charging Special Port Fees on US Ships

China officially started imposing special port fees on vessels that are owned, operated, built, or flagged in the United States on Tuesday 14th.

China Begins Charging Special Port Fees on US Ships
15 Oct 2025

Park West Gallery Partners with Margaritaville At Sea

Park West Gallery unveils partnership with Margaritaville at Sea Cruise Line, bringing its renowned art program aboard the Paradise and Islander.

Park West Gallery Partners with Margaritaville At Sea
15 Oct 2025

CMA CGM Signs Deal with Cochin Shipyard for Six LNG Ships

France-based CMA CGM has signed a letter of intent with Cochin Shipyard Ltd (CSL) in India to construct six LNG-powered feeder containerships.

CMA CGM Signs Deal with Cochin Shipyard for Six LNG Ships
14 Oct 2025

PNSC Expands Fleet with $193 Million Tanker Acquisition

Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC) has approved the purchase of three secondhand oil tankers worth approximately $193 million.

PNSC Expands Fleet with $193 Million Tanker Acquisition
14 Oct 2025

Costa Serena To Serve As Floating Hotel for Asian Games

Costa Serena to serve as floating hotel during 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games in Japan, accommodating athletes and officials while in Nagoya Port.

Costa Serena To Serve As Floating Hotel for Asian Games
14 Oct 2025

Maersk Tests Methanol-Ethanol Blend Aboard Laura Maersk

Maersk has begun onboard fuel trials using a methanol-ethanol blend as part of its push to develop cleaner, more sustainable fuel solutions.

Maersk Tests Methanol-Ethanol Blend Aboard Laura Maersk
13 Oct 2025

US Threatens Sanctions Over IMO Net Zero Shipping Plan

Trump administration escalated trade and maritime policies, warning countries supporting the IMO's Net Zero Framework could face sanctions.

US Threatens Sanctions Over IMO Net Zero Shipping Plan
13 Oct 2025

China Strikes Back with Port Fee Hike on US-Linked Ships

Over the weekend several ships bound for China reversed course after Beijing unveiled retaliatory measures against vessels linked to the U.S.

China Strikes Back with Port Fee Hike on US-Linked Ships
13 Oct 2025

NCL to End Shipboard Drink Perks at Great Stirrup Cay

Norwegian Cruise Line has announced upcoming changes to its onboard beverage policy while at Great Stirrup Cay, beginning on March 1st, 2026.

NCL to End Shipboard Drink Perks at Great Stirrup Cay
9 Oct 2025

Belgian Maritime Pilots Slow Work in Pension Reform Protest

Since October 5th, Belgian maritime pilots have initiated a coordinated work slowdown to oppose the government’s proposed pension reforms.

Belgian Maritime Pilots Slow Work in Pension Reform Protest
9 Oct 2025

Marella Finds 57% of Brits Open to Family Cruise Holidays

Marella Cruises reveals that more than half of British travelers would consider taking a multigenerational cruise, according to a company survey.

Marella Finds 57% of Brits Open to Family Cruise Holidays
8 Oct 2025

MSC Seascape Set for Texas Debut with Galveston Arrival

MSC Cruises announces the MSC Seascape is one month away from making its Texas debut, with the ship scheduled to arrive in Galveston on November 7.

MSC Seascape Set for Texas Debut with Galveston Arrival
8 Oct 2025

AIDA Funds Seven New Schools Through FLY & HELP Partnership

At this year’s Reiner Meutsch Foundation FLY & HELP charity gala, AIDA President Felix Eichhorn presented a check to founder Reiner Meutsch.

AIDA Funds Seven New Schools Through FLY & HELP Partnership