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
7 Oct 2025

MXP Adds New Chat Feature to MXP365 Digital Guest Journey

MXP unveils upgrade to its MXP365 Digital Guest Journey, introducing chat function that allows guests to engage in private and group conversations.

MXP Adds New Chat Feature to MXP365 Digital Guest Journey
7 Oct 2025

StarCruises Launches TCM Wellness Festival at Sea

StarCruises announces collaboration with Guangdong Broadcasting Network to introduce a Traditional Chinese Medicine Festival aboard Star Voyager.

StarCruises Launches TCM Wellness Festival at Sea
6 Oct 2025

US Clarifies Details On New Port Fees For Chinese Vessels

US Customs has just released further guidance on the new port fees for Chinese-linked ships, which they say are set to take effect next week.

US Clarifies Details On New Port Fees For Chinese Vessels