Marella Cruises Expands Reusable Cup Program
Marella Cruises is introducing reusable coffee cups across its fleet in partnership with Apollo Group as part of efforts to reduce single-use plastic waste.
Environment
UK Offshore Wind Supplies Nearly 20% of Power
Offshore wind is playing an increasingly important role in the UK’s energy sector, supplying close to 20% of the country’s electricity in 2025.
Margaritaville at Sea Crew Join Beach Cleanup for Earth Day
Crew members from the cruise ship Margaritaville at Sea marked Earth Day by taking part in a beach cleanup effort in Nassau, in the Bahamas.
Massachusetts Activates Vineyard Wind Contracts for Savings
US Buys Out Offshore Wind Projects in $900m Deals
The Trump administration has reached agreements with two more energy firms to exit their offshore wind projects, with nearly $900 million being paid out.
Massachusetts Court Orders GE to Stay on Vineyard Wind Project
A Massachusetts judge has issued a preliminary injunction requiring GE Vernova to continue its involvement in the Vineyard Wind offshore project.
UK Approves Outer Dowsing Offshore Wind Project
GTR4 Limited has received approval from UK authorities to proceed with the Outer Dowsing offshore wind farm off the coast of Lincolnshire.
Marseille Port to Provide Power to Three Cruise Ships At Once
Port of Marseille Fos is preparing to become one of the first Mediterranean ports able to provide shore power to three large cruise ships at once.
Wilhelmsen Launches Cyclus Marine for Vessel Lifecycle
Wilhelmsen Ship Management has introduced a new company, Cyclus Marine, focused on managing the full lifecycle of vessels from build to recycling.
Antwerp Oil Spill Clean-Up Continues After Bunkering Incident
Clean-up efforts are still ongoing at the Port of Antwerp following a significant oil spill that occurred during a bunkering operation on April 9.
Successful Antarctica Season Reported by HX Expeditions
HX Expeditions has reported that its Antarctica season which ran from October 2025 to March 2026 was the most successful in the company’s history.
Campaign Urges Halt to SS United States Reef Plan - VIDEO
US Maritime Patriots Alliance releases video urging Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners not to sink liner SS United States as artificial reef.
Carnival Drops Tracy Arm Fjord From Alaska Cruises
Carnival Cruise Line has announced it will no longer be including Tracy Arm Fjord in its Alaska itineraries for the upcoming summer season.
Activist Vessel Rams Krill Trawler Near Antarctica
A krill fishing vessel named the Antarctic Sea was intentionally struck by the activist ship Bandero on March 31st, resulting in minor damage.
Lisbon Cruise Awards Add Focus on Sustainability and Community
The Port of Lisbon has broadened its annual Cruise Activity Awards to place greater emphasis on sustainability and community engagement.
Singapore Issues Guide to Tackle Wildlife Trafficking at Sea
Singapore introduces guide outlining key warning signs to help maritime industry detect and respond to illegal wildlife trafficking in containers.
AI System Tracks UK's Shipping Emissions in Real Time
A new artificial intelligence system designed to monitor and analyze shipping emissions has been introduced following extensive trials in the UK.
Carnival Backs Caribbean Mangrove Restoration Project
Carnival announces a three-year funding initiative with Conservation International focused on restoring mangrove ecosystems across the Caribbean.
EU Approves €5bn Danish Offshore Wind Support Plan
The European Commission has given approval to a €5 billion ($5.7 billion) Danish support program aimed at expanding offshore wind capacity.
Hong Kong Completes First Green Methanol Bunkering
Hong Kong carried out its first green methanol bunkering operation when the dual-fuel chemical tanker Da Qing 268 supplied fuel to CM Hong Kong.