P&O Cruises Updates Final Payment Deadline for Bookings
P&O Cruises has announced a change to the final payment deadline for new cruise bookings that are departing from the first of December 2026.
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Princess Cruises Plans Launch of New Onboard Initiative
Princess Cruises is to introduce a new onboard program called “The Princess Purpose,” with launch events scheduled on three ships in April 2026.
Fred. Olsen Wins MIDAS Award for Italian Menu
Fred. Olsen has been recognized with a MIDAS (Menu Innovation and Development Awards) award in the Travel & Leisure category for its Italian menu
Dockworker Protest Blocks Access to Port of Maceió
Access to the Port of Maceió was disrupted Wednesday after dockworkers organized a protest that blocked traffic ahead of MSC Seaview's arrival.
ILO and BIMCO Launch Injury Protection for Ship Recycling
The ILO and BIMCO introduce pilot employment injury scheme aimed at improving protection and rights for workers in Bangladeshi ship recycling.
Virgin Voyages Moves New York Sailings to Brooklyn
Virgin Voyages has announced that its cruises departing from New York City will begin sailing from the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal starting April 6.
MarineXchange Adds AI Booking Feature to Cabin TVs
MXP launches new AI-powered feature for its in-cabin interactive TV system designed to help cruise lines boost onboard revenue, the company said.
Royal Caribbean Updates Beverage Package Options
Royal Caribbean announces adjustments to its beverage packages, which will no longer automatically include access to Coca-Cola Freestyle machines
Silversea Wins Award for Best Wine Program
Silversea has been recognized with the 2026 Vibe Vista Award, which recognize top performers in the beverage sector, for Best Wine Program.
Africa Gains Momentum in Global Container Shipping
New figures from Container Trade Statistics for cargo loaded in January indicate one of the most important trends seen last year is continuing.
Port of Long Beach Launches Children’s Environmental Book
The Port of Long Beach releases new children’s book, Soleil the Sea Lion Explores the Green Port, written by the port’s media relations manager.
Oceania and Regent Reveal New Global Leadership Structure
Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises introduce new leadership structure following appointment of Wesley D’Silva as Regent president.
Avora Buys Regent's Seven Seas Navigator for Residences
Avora Residences has purchased the Seven Seas Navigator from Regent and plans to relaunch the vessel in January 2028 under the name Avora Lumina.
Carnival Cruise Line Launches Fleetwide $1M Lottery Game
Carnival rolls out new lottery across its fleet in North America and Europe, offering eligible guests the opportunity to win up to $1 million.
NCLH CEO Chidsey to Meet Investors After Elliott Contact
Norwegians’ newly appointed President and CEO John Chidsey has confirmed that the company has engaged with activist investor Elliott Management.
Cruise Planners Earns Celebrity Chairman’s Award
Cruise Planners has again been named Celebrity Cruises’ Partner of the Year, receiving the 2025 Chairman’s Award for the sixth consecutive year.
Philippines Opens 3.3GW Offshore Wind Auction
Philippine Department of Energy kicks off fifth round of Green Energy Auction with 3.3 gigawatts of fixed-bottom offshore wind capacity available.
Australian Firm Fined Over E-Waste Hidden in Shipping Container
An Australian recycling company has been fined nearly $20,000 after an illegal shipment of electronic waste was intercepted overseas last year.
Blue Dream Melody Arrested Over Fuel Dispute
The Liberian-flagged cruise ship Blue Dream Melody has been detained at Beihai Port in China following a dispute over unpaid bunker invoices.
Maersk to Shift Felixstowe Calls to London Gateway
Maersk confirms plans to move operations from the Port of Felixstowe to London Gateway following a reassessment of its Asia–Europe services.