Royal Caribbean Orders New Discovery Class Ships in France

Royal Caribbean Group announces agreements with Chantiers de l’Atlantique in France, securing construction of its upcoming Discovery Class ships.

Galveston LNG Partners With TOTE on Jones Act Bunker Fleet

Texas's Galveston LNG Bunker Port enters into partnership with TOTE Services to develop, operate fleet of Jones Act-compliant LNG bunkering vessels

ICS Releases New Flag State Table Highlighting Weak Registers

The ICS issues its latest annual flag state performance table, offering the industry a clearer picture of which registries may pose higher risks.

MSC Plans $450m Cruise Port Investment in Grand Bahama

MSC Cruises is set to invest $450 million in a new cruise development on Grand Bahama Island, according to reporting from the Nassau Guardian.

Evergreen Orders 23 New Container Ships Worth $1.47bn

Taiwanese liner operator Evergreen is continuing its fleet expansion strategy with new orders for 23 container ships valued up to $1.47 billion.

Kai Tak Cruise Terminal Marks Milestones Entering 2026

Kai Tak Cruise Terminal reports achievements as it enters 13th year of operations including that during 2025 it hosted seven inaugural cruise calls.

Valletta Cruise Port Sees Strong Passenger Growth in 2025

Valletta Cruise Port on the island of Malta recorded continued increases in both cruise traffic and passenger volumes throughout the 2025 season.

Wan Hai Acquires Osaka Terminal to Expand Japan Presence

aiwanese container carrier Wan Hai Lines is increasing its footprint in Japan’s port infrastructure with the purchase of Terminal C9 at Osaka Port.

MSC Opens New North American Cruise Headquarters in Miami

Princess Cruises Creates Guest Operations Group

Princess Cruises is reorganizing shoreside leadership and introducing a new department aimed at strengthening oversight of the guest experience.

Western Bulk Launches Lumber and Projects Team in Bergen

Norwegian dry bulk operator Western Bulk has announced the establishment of a new lumber and projects team based in the city of Bergen.

Developers Study New Cruise Port Near Sunshine Skyway Bridge, Florida

SSA Marine and Slip Knott LLC are evaluating plans to develop a new cruise port near the Sunshine Skyway Bridge in Manatee County, Florida.

Ex P&O HR Manager Seeks £9.7m After Britannia Fall

A former senior HR manager at P&O Cruises is seeking millions in compensation, alleging that a fall onboard the Britannia left her unable to work

$2.7bn Investment by MSC to Expand Libya’s Misrata Port

A Qatari investment fund has reached a $2.7 billion agreement with the ports division of MSC to develop and expand Libya’s Port of Misrata.

UK Secures Record Offshore Wind Capacity in AR7 Auction

The UK has delivered an unprecedented boost to its offshore wind industry following the outcome of its latest renewable energy auction.