Xeneta Expands With Acquisition of eeSea Data Firm
Xeneta has announced the acquisition of eeSea, a fellow Scandinavian company which specializes in maritime and supply chain data.
Europe
Spain’s First Bio-LNG Bunkering Completed in Algeciras
Switzerland-based energy provider Axpo has successfully completed the first ship-to-ship Bio-LNG bunkering operation in Algeciras, Spain.
New U.S. Tariffs on India Over Russian Oil Imports
U.S. President Trump has authorized a new 25% tariff on goods from India, citing the country’s continued imports of Russian energy as the reason.
Passenger Rescued After Jumping from AIDAnova in Baltic
An 18-year-old cruise guest was successfully rescued after leaping overboard from the AIDAnova while it was sailing through the Baltic Sea.
Cargo Ship Ironhide Rescued After Engine Failure in Turkey
On August 5th, the general cargo vessel Ironhide, sailing under the Vanuatu flag, encountered engine failure while navigating Turkish waters.
Cargo Vessels Collide Off Denmark, No Injuries Reported
An accident took place on the night of August 4th in the Samsø Bælt near Hatter Barn reef in Danish waters, involving a container and car carrier
Koper Unveils Eco-Friendly Cruise Terminal by Old Town
The city of Koper, Slovenia, has launched a new environmentally conscious cruise terminal, reinforcing its role as a prominent hub in the Adriatic
Engine Fire Breaks Out on Dutch Barge Near Lelystad
A fire erupted on August 3 in the engine room of the inland cargo barge Triangle while it was navigating the Markermeer near Oostvaardersdijk.
Windstar Unveils Short European Yacht Trips for 2026
Windstar Cruises has introduced “Quick Getaways,” a series of European yacht voyages lasting three to five nights, scheduled to debut in 2026.
Bilbao Port Awards €11.49M Contract for Solar Power Plant
The Port Authority of Bilbao awards €11.49 million contract for the creation and upkeep of a new solar power facility at the Port of Bilbao.
Cartagena Expands Cruise Capacity With City Integration Plan
The Port of Cartagena, Spain is welcoming cruise tourism and has ample room for growth, says Hortensia Sánchez, head of business development.
Jeroen Eijsink Named CEO of HHLA Starting October 1
Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA) has announced the appointment of Jeroen Eijsink as its new CEO, effective from October 1st 2025.
Century Cruises Enters Europe via United Waterways Deal
Century Cruises announces expansion into global market through partnership with United Waterways, marking entry into Europe’s river cruising sector
Ukraine to Launch Remote SID Service for Stranded Seafarers
Ukraine is to roll out a program aimed at enabling remote processing of SIDs, providing support to thousands of crew members stranded overseas.
RC Ilma Debuts in Gothenburg with LNG Bunkering Stop
Luxury megayacht RC Ilma made its inaugural stop at the Port of Gothenburg as part of its maiden voyage and underwent successful LNG bunkering.
Extinction Rebellion Targets Cruise Ship in Amsterdam Protest
Environmental activists from Extinction Rebellion launch protest at the Port of Amsterdam, aiming to disrupt the docking of Celebrity Eclipse.
Greece Sends Salvage Ship to Red Sea Amid Houthi Threats
In response to a rise in maritime assaults by Yemen’s Houthi militants, Greece deploys salvage vessel to Red Sea. after the sinking of two bulkers
Cargo Ship MN Kostas Runs Aground Off Crete, Crew Safe
On July 24, the Sierra Leone-flagged cargo ship MN Kostas ran aground near Kyriamadi, along the northeastern shoreline of Crete, Greece.
Aroya Cruises Marks First Visit to Rhodes with Ceremony
Aroya Cruises commemorated its inaugural visit to the Greek island of Rhodes with a plaque exchange ceremony held onboard its flagship vessel.
Passenger Ship Rigoletto Strikes Lock Gate in Netherlands
On July 22, an inland passenger vessel, the Rigoletto, made contact with the lock gates at the Lorentz locks in Kornwerderzand, Netherlands.