TUI Cruise Unit Posts Record First Quarter Results
TUI’s cruise division reported its strongest-ever first quarter performance for 2026, with underlying EBIT rising 70.8 percent to €82.3 million.
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China Retained Top Spot in Global Shipbuilding in 2025
China continued to lead the global shipbuilding industry in 2025, maintaining the largest market share across major metrics for the 16th year.
Vanuatu Warns of Fake Ship Registry Website Scam
The Pacific island of Vanuatu has issued a warning about a fraudulent, unauthorized website that is falsely posing as the country’s ship registry.
Viking Opens First Brand Experience Center in Beijing, China
Viking Cruises has announced the official opening of its first brand experience center in China on February 5th. The center is located in Beijing.
Costa Serena to House Athletes at 2026 Asian Games
The Organizing Committee for the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games and Asian Para Games has chartered the cruise ship, Costa Serena for the event.
Princess Cruises’ Alfredo’s Earns Italian Cuisine Certification
Alfredo’s Pizzeria on Sun and Star Princesses receives Ospitalità Italiana Certification, seen as the highest international recognition for Italian food.
Maersk Confirms Order for Eight 18,600 TEU Boxships
Maersk finalizes contract with China’s New Times Shipbuilding to build eight large container ships, advancing its ongoing fleet renewal strategy.
Nick Cosslett Returns to Fred. Olsen as Borealis Director
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has announced the return of a well-known team member, welcoming Nick Cosslett back as Cruise Director aboard Borealis.
TUI Cruises Introduces Exclusive Mein Schiff Monopoly Game
TUI Cruises has unveiled a Mein Schiff Monopoly edition, according to a company statement. The game lets players explore bars and restaurants.
India Detains Three Tankers in Offshore Oil Smuggling Case
India’s coast guard took custody of three tankers located 100 nautical miles west of Mumbai, targeting an international oil smuggling network.
MSC Expands LNG Container Ship Order With Eight More Vessels
MSC takes another step toward expanding its LNG-powered fleet by confirming options for eight additional 11,500 teu dual-fuel containerships.
Costa Cruises Celebrates World Nutella Day at Sea
Costa Cruises celebrated World Nutella Day on February 5 with a variety of Nutella-themed treats served at its onboard Nutella Bar, the company said
Harren and NSB Launch New Manning Firm in Philippines
German shipmanagement and shipping companies Harren Group and NSB Group have established a new crewing agency, Albireo, in the Philippines.
Maersk and ONE Report Losses as Container Market Weakens
Pressure on the container shipping sector deepens after Maersk joined ONE in reporting losses in its ocean business for the final quarter of 2025.
Car Carrier Ordering Slows as Overcapacity Risks Rise
Previously booming newbuild market for car carriers is losing momentum, with concerns about excess capacity growing across the PCTC sector.
Virgin Voyages Launches Valentine’s Day Breakup Hotline
Virgin Voyages introduces Valentine’s campaign, Breakup Line, a hotline where people can leave messages ending it with things that no longer fit them
China’s Shipyards Shift Toward AI-Driven Cruise Ship Building
China’s shipbuilding sector is moving into a new phase shaped by faster production, advanced automation, and the growing use of AI in its processes
Royal Caribbean Expands Use of AI to Enhance Guest Experience
Royal Caribbean Group is leveraging AI and generative AI to improve performance and strengthen operations, according to Chairman/CEO Jason Liberty
Carnival Expands Cheers! Zero Proof Package for 2026
Carnival is extending its Cheers! Zero Proof beverage package to every cruise departing in 2026, according to Brand Ambassador John Heald.
Costa Launches Valentine’s Day Cruise Sale With Cabin Deals
Costa Cruises introduces a special Valentine’s Day promotion tied to Valentine’s Day on February 14 and National Take a Cruise Day on February 3.