Cargo Ship Storm I Disabled Off Spain’s Bay of Biscay
September 22, Panama-flagged general cargo vessel Storm I suffered engine failure and was drifting in the Bay of Biscay near the Ferrol estuary.
Europe
UK Unveils Cruise Growth Plan to Boost Industry Sector
The United Kingdom has launched a new initiative to strengthen the cruise sector, unveiling the UK Cruise Growth Plan during London Shipping Week
AIDAnova to Host Oktoberfest-Themed Cruise in 2026
AIDA Cruises reveals The Prinzen, Melissa Naschenweng, voXXclub, and more to headline The O’zapft is! Cruise 2026 on the AIDAnova for Oktoberfest.
Hebrides Cruises Wins Award for Food Excellence
Hebrides Cruises based in Oban, Scotland, has received national recognition for its culinary offering, earning a Scottish Food & Drink Award.
Aggregates Carrier Grounds in Neva River, Russia
On September 21st, an aggregates carrier named Arkadiy Minchenya ran aground in the Neva River, which is located in Russia’s Leningrad Region.
Sun Princess Adds New Mediterranean Ports for 2026-27
Princess Cruises has announced updated Western Mediterranean itineraries for the Sun Princess, introducing new ports of call for 2026 and 2027.
Norwegian Jewel Begins Europe Season Before Drydock
The Norwegian Jewel arrived in Europe on September 14th, 2025, completing a transatlantic voyage that concluded in Southampton, United Kingdom.
Riviera Travel to Launch Solo Traveler Ship in 2027
Riviera Travel has announced the launch of the first river cruise ship dedicated exclusively to solo travelers starting in June 2027 in Europe.
Shore Power Installation to Begin at Heysham, UK this Month
NatPower Marine and Peel Ports Group will begin installing shore power facilities at Heysham Port in the NW of the United Kingdom this month.
AIDA Showcases Highlights at Hamburg Cruise Days 2025
AIDA Cruises shared highlights from the Hamburg Cruise Days celebration, where the AIDAperla took part in the evening departure parade.
MSC Cancels Euribia Repositioning Cruise Over Security
MSC Cruises has confirmed the cancellation of a repositioning voyage onboard the MSC Euribia that was scheduled for early 2026.
Port of Kiel Now Powers Seven Vessels Simultaneously
The Port of Kiel in Germany now provides shore power to seven ships at once making it the most extensive & advanced system of its kind in Europe.
Greek Cargo Ship Niki Runs Aground Near Santa Flavia
A Greek-flagged cargo vessel named Niki ran aground on September 11th at Formica Rock, close to Porticello near Santa Flavia, Italy.
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
On September 5th, a Malta-flagged bulk carrier called Elina B became disabled while transiting the Dardanelles near Sarıçay, Turkey.