Crew Member Evacuated from MSC Magnifica off Sicily

A crew member from the MSC Magnifica was evacuated on Wednesday evening after what the ship’s medical team described as a likely heart attack.

German Police Raid Cargo Ship Over Espionage Suspicions

German authorities have raided general cargo ship Scanlark while it was in the Kiel Canal, amid suspicions it may have been involved in espionage

Viking Hosts Global Recruitment Events This Fall

Viking announces series of recruitment events taking place September and October, inviting professionals to learn more about career opportunities

AIDA Expands Biofuel Use and Shore Power Connections

AIDA says during first half of 2025 it consumed over 3,300 tons of bio-LNG on the AIDAnova and completed more than 250 shore power connections.

Spain Bans Military Cargo Shipments Bound for Israel

Spain has introduced a ban preventing ships and aircraft transporting weapons or military-grade fuel to Israel from accessing its ports or airspace

Kouzon Opens New Cruise Recruitment Office in Georgia

Kouzon Corporation, a global leader in cruise ship recruitment operating across 18 countries on four continents, announces new branch in Georgia.

Bulk Carrier Elina B Disabled in Dardanelles Incident

MSC Cruises Serves Fine Dining at Italian Grand Prix

MSC Cruises revealed in a press release that it brought a taste of its signature gastronomy to the 2025 Italian Grand Prix at the Monza circuit.

MV Gemini Damaged After Pier Collision in Piraeus Port

On the morning of September 5 cruise ship MV Gemini, operated by Miray Cruises, struck the pier while attempting to dock at the port of Piraeus.

Le Havre Hosts First Ship-to-Ship LNG Bunkering

The Port of Le Havre marked its first ship-to-ship bunkering operation on August 28, following the terminal’s LNG-ready certification in June.

Costa Expands Winter 2025-26 Mediterranean & Global Routes

Costa has revealed plans to enhance its winter 2025-26 schedule by introducing two fresh Mediterranean itineraries featuring the Costa Toscana.

Injured Person Evacuated from AIDAdiva in Baltic Sea

An injured individual was airlifted from the German cruise ship AIDAdiva in the Baltic Sea on September 2nd, after an onboard accident.

Tanker Unity Detained in Murmansk Over Crew Wage Dispute

Oil tanker Unity has been detained at the port of Murmansk after port authorities flagged a series of serious issues, including unpaid wages.

AIDA to Sponsor Hamburg Cruise Days Festival in 2025

AIDA Cruises confirms that Hamburg will once again host the Hamburg Cruise Days festival from September 12 to 14 and they will be a sponsor.

Cargo Ship Hagrid Runs Aground at Mantoudi Port

On September 1, the Barbados-flagged general cargo vessel Hagrid, carrying 13 crew members, ran aground at the port of Mantoudi, Greece.