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Protesters Force Israeli Cruise Ship to Bypass Syros Port

July 22, Israeli-owned cruise ship Crown Iris was denied entry to the Greek island of Syros after being met by demonstrators with Palestinian flags

Protesters Force Israeli Cruise Ship to Bypass Syros Port
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Le Havre to Open New Cruise Terminals Starting This Fall

The Port of Le Havre has announced the phased opening of its three new cruise terminals, with the first two set to welcome passengers this fall.

Le Havre to Open New Cruise Terminals Starting This Fall
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Hurtigruten Launches 'Open Village' to Support Locals

Hurtigruten unveils Open Village initiative in Norway, developed as a response to both peak holiday demand and growing concerns about overtourism

Hurtigruten Launches 'Open Village' to Support Locals
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Greece Implements New Cruise Tax to Ease Overtourism

As of Monday, a new cruise passenger fee is now in place across every port in Greece, including tourist-favorite hotspots Santorini and Mykonos.

Greece Implements New Cruise Tax to Ease Overtourism
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Malta Frees Two Sanctioned Ships After Ownership Change

Two container ships detained in Malta since 2022 due to ties with sanctioned Russian interests have been released following a change in ownership

Malta Frees Two Sanctioned Ships After Ownership Change
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UK Sanctions 137 Russian Oil Ties, Targets Shadow Fleet

The United Kingdom unveils sweeping new sanctions on 137 Russia-linked entities, including 135 oil tankers associated with Putin’s shadow fleet.

UK Sanctions 137 Russian Oil Ties, Targets Shadow Fleet
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Chemical Leak on MSC Soraya Triggers Hamburg Emergency

On July 20, a container onboard Panama-registered container ship MSC Soraya began leaking a hazardous chemical while docked at Hamburg Port.

Chemical Leak on MSC Soraya Triggers Hamburg Emergency
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EU and UK Sanction UAE Firm Backing Russia's Tanker Fleet

The United Kingdom and the European Union have imposed sanctions on Intershipping Services, a company that is based in the United Arab Emirates.

EU and UK Sanction UAE Firm Backing Russia's Tanker Fleet
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MSC Lirica to Replace Sinfonia for Winter 2025-26 Cruises

MSC Cruises has announced that MSC Lirica will now operate the itineraries originally planned for MSC Sinfonia during the 2025-2026 winter season

MSC Lirica to Replace Sinfonia for Winter 2025-26 Cruises
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Explora I to Return to Monaco for 2026 Grand Prix

Explora Journeys has confirmed that its luxury vessel Explora I will return to Port Hercule in Monaco for the 2026 Formula 1 Grand Prix.

Explora I to Return to Monaco for 2026 Grand Prix
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Fire Breaks Out on Cargo Ship at Port of Antwerp

A fire erupted aboard the general cargo ship FWN Adriatic on July 16 while it was docked at the Fifth Harbor Dock in the Port of Antwerp, Belgium

Fire Breaks Out on Cargo Ship at Port of Antwerp
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Fire Erupts on Cargo Ship in Port of Antwerp, Smoke Alert Issued

A fire broke out aboard the general cargo ship FWN Adriatic on July 16 while it was docked at Fifth Harbor Dock in Belgium’s Port of Antwerp.

Fire Erupts on Cargo Ship in Port of Antwerp, Smoke Alert Issued
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Fugro Signs 7-Year Deal for Offshore Surveys with EirGrid

Dutch geotechnical firm Fugro has secured a seven-year framework contract with EirGrid, Ireland’s state-run electricity transmission company.

Fugro Signs 7-Year Deal for Offshore Surveys with EirGrid
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Rudder Failure Causes Vessel Collision in Hamburg Port

Inland vessel Willi Abicht, flying the German flag, collided with container ship COSCO Shipping Capricorn at Tollerort Container Terminal, Hamburg

Rudder Failure Causes Vessel Collision in Hamburg Port
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Nice Court Blocks Mayor’s Bid to Limit Cruise Ship Visits

Court in Nice strikes down order issued by Mayor Christian Estrosi to restrict cruise ship arrivals, ruling he overstepped his legal authority.

Nice Court Blocks Mayor’s Bid to Limit Cruise Ship Visits