Funnel Fire on Carnival Cruise Line Vessel Off Bahamas
On March 23rd, during a voyage through the Bahamas, a fire broke out at the funnel of Carnival Freedom, a ship belonging to Carnival Cruise Line.
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China Aims to Get Cruise Industry Sailing Again
After a four-year hiatus due to the pandemic, a mainland Chinese port has reopened for cruise ships to homeport, marking a significant milestone.
Methanol Retrofit of Passenger Ships 'Not Attractive Option'
Study by Lloyd's Register concludes that converting passenger ships to use methanol as fuel is less economically viable than some alternatives.
Icon of the Seas Cruise Ship Rescues 14 Stranded at Sea
March 3rd, the Icon of the Seas, known as the world's largest cruise ship, came to the rescue of 14 people who had been adrift at sea for 8 days
2024 Great Lakes Cruise Passengers Forecast to be 140,000+
Cruise the Great Lakes, a promotional initiative for the region's cruise industry, has shared its optimistic outlook for the 2024 cruising season
High Demand for Norwegian Cruise Line Despite Red Sea Woes
Shares of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings saw an uptick in pre-market trading following the company's announcement of its 2024 projections.
Norwegian Cruise Ship Stopped From Docking Amid Outbreak
Feb 25th, a Norwegian Cruise Line Holding vessel was denied docking at Mauritius' main port due to sanitary concerns following reports of illness
American Queen Voyages End Operations, Say Hornblower Group
American Queen Voyages is halting its operations as its parent company, Hornblower Group, enters into a financial restructuring agreement.
First New Build in 5 Years Ordered by Carnival Corporation
Carnival Corporation, the leading global cruise company, has revealed its inaugural newbuild order since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Cruise Ship Rescues Fishermen Thanks to Observant Passengers
Costa Cruises’ 114,500 gross ton Costa Serna was cruising the Arabian Sea when the vessel rescued a group of stranded fishermen lost out to sea.
First Cruise Ship Made in China to Set Sail From Shanghai
January 1st saw China’s first domestically made cruise ship begin its maiden voyage, offering mainland travelers the opportunity to go overseas.
Amsterdam Cruise Ship Evacuated After Explosion
An explosion happened earlier this week aboard river cruise ship Viking Gymir that was berthed in the very heart of Amsterdam in the Netherlands.
Engine Room Causes Fire on Canadian Ferry
More than 200 passengers on the MV Holiday Island ferry had to leave the vessel early on Friday owing to a fire in its engine room.
Cruise Ship with 100 COVID Passengers Docks in Sydney
The Coral Princess cruise ship has anchored at Sydney's Circular Quay with more than 100 COVID-positive crew members and passengers on board.