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.
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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.
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.
Dockworker Dies During Cruise Ship Ops in Piraeus
A 62-year-old dockworker passed away on Monday morning while handling luggage operations for a cruise ship at the Piraeus Port Cruise Terminal.
Cargo Ship Hit by Unexploded Ordnance off Ukraine
The NS Pride, a Belize-flagged general cargo vessel, was struck by unexploded ordnance while departing the port of Chornomorsk Ukraine yesterday.
Protesters Delay P&O's Ventura’s Rotterdam Arrival
Protesters attempted to block P&O Cruises’ ship, Ventura, from docking in Rotterdam, Netherlands on August 24th, 2025.