Shanghai Jinghan Orders New Chemical Tankers in China

MSC Cruises Launches Streamlined Dining Upgrades Fleetwide

MSC Cruises has unveiled a comprehensive upgrade to its dining program across its fleet, introducing fixed-price menus and flexible packages.

Damen and CEAD Partner to Explore 3D-Printed Workboats

Damen Compact Crafts (DCCr) has announced a new partnership with technology innovator CEAD to develop a 3D-printed workboat.

Egypt to Launch First-Ever Cruise Tourism Forum in June

Cairo is set to host the first edition of the Cruise Egypt Forum, under the theme “Navigate Egyptian Legacy”, from June 1st to 2nd, 2025.

Ocean Victory Cruise Ship Seized in Malaga Port

Cayman Voters Reject Cruise Berthing Development Plan

Cayman Island residents vote against plan to construct cruise ship facilities in George Town, showing public opposition to the proposed development

Viking Cruises Shifts Focus to 2026 Amid Strong Bookings

During Viking’s Q1 2025 earnings call Torstein Hagen announced it has nearly sold out its 2025 sailings and is turning its attention to 2026.

UK Sanctions Ship Financier Tied to Russian Tanker Sales

The UK has sanctioned a British shipping finance expert, accusing him of aiding Russia’s shadow fleet by acquiring oil tankers on its behalf.

HGK Gets Green Light for Remote Vessel Trials in Germany

HGK Shipping, a leader in inland shipping, has received approval to begin testing remote-controlled vessels on Germany's canal network.

MSC Cruises Orders Two More LNG-Powered World Class Ships

MSC Enters Ukrainian Logistics with Strategic Acquisitions

Estonia Approves First Offshore Wind Farm Building Permit

COSCO Orders Two Large Gas Carriers for 2027 Delivery

Chinese state-owned maritime leader COSCO has made another strategic move in the gas carrier market with a new round of shipbuilding orders.

Costa Fortuna Sold to Margaritaville at Sea for 2026 Relaunch

The Costa Fortuna, scheduled to leave the Costa fleet in 2026 has been acquired by Margaritaville at Sea, marking expansion for the cruise line.

CMA CGM Launches Global Hiring Site for Seafarers

In response to the challenge of recruiting qualified maritime staff CMA CGM unveils CMASHIPS.com, a recruitment platform dedicated to seafarers.