Ocean Victory Cruise Ship Seized in Malaga Port
On May 20, the Ocean Victory cruise ship—operated by Spain’s newcomer cruise line Alma Cruceros—was detained in the port of Malaga.
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Collision Between Container Ship and Russian Rescue Vessel
On May 20th, a container vessel struck the Russian-flagged salvage and rescue ship Spasatel Karev during docking maneuvers on the Neva River.
Costa Favolosa Enacts Health Measures Amid Illness Cases
Costa has implemented emergency health protocols following reports of gastrointestinal illness among several passengers aboard the Costa Favolosa
UK Sanctions Ship Financier Tied to Russian Tanker Sales
The UK has sanctioned a British shipping finance expert, accusing him of aiding Russia’s shadow fleet by acquiring oil tankers on its behalf.
HGK Gets Green Light for Remote Vessel Trials in Germany
HGK Shipping, a leader in inland shipping, has received approval to begin testing remote-controlled vessels on Germany's canal network.
MSC Enters Ukrainian Logistics with Strategic Acquisitions
Medlog, the inland logistics arm of global shipping giant Mediterranean Shipping Co, makes significant move into the Ukrainian logistics sector.
Estonia Approves First Offshore Wind Farm Building Permit
Estonia takes step forward in its renewable energy ambitions by approving draft law that grants country’s first permit for an offshore wind project
Elderly Cruise Passengers Charged in Italian Ring Theft
A couple from Chile has been officially charged by Italian authorities after allegedly stealing a €1,000 ring from a jewelry store in Messina.
DanPilot Launches World’s First Remote Pilotage Trial
With official approval from the Danish Emergency Management Agency, DanPilot and Danelec have begun a groundbreaking trial of remote pilotage.
Gothenburg Port Achieves Milestone in Green Bunkering
The Port of Gothenburg has announced the successful execution of a landmark bunkering operation involving locally produced liquefied biomethane.
Balearia Achieves LNG Bunkering Milestone in Barcelona
For the first time in Spain, a shipping company has successfully fueled three of its vessels with LNG on the same day and in the same port.
Carnival Valor Enters Drydock for Upgrades in Spain
Earlier this month, cruise ship Carnival Valor arrived in the Mediterranean for a scheduled drydock at the Navantia shipyard in Cádiz, Spain.
Madeira Students Explore Careers During Marella Ship Visit
Students were recently given a unique onboard experience aboard Marella Explorer due to a collab between Marella Cruises and the Ports of Madeira
EU Approves New Sanctions Targeting Russian Shadow Fleet
European Union member states reach an agreement on a new set of sanctions aimed at Russia, which includes measures against nearly 200 vessels.
Enchanted Princess to Host 2026 Solar Eclipse Cruise
Princess Cruises has added a third sailing to its 2026 Total Solar Eclipse series, announcing a 14-day cruise aboard the Enchanted Princess.
British Cruise Passenger Dies After Choking Near Cádiz
Officials launch an investigation following the death of an 83-year-old British man who choked while eating on a cruise ship off the Spanish coast
MSC Orchestra Rescues 16 Migrants Near Sardinia Coast
The MSC Orchestra shifted from luxury cruise to life-saving mission after it encountered a drifting motorboat carrying 16 migrants.
CMA CGM Ermitage Collides with Quay Wall in Hamburg
On Sunday May 11th, a container ship, the CMA CGM Ermitage, collided with a quay wall along the Elbe River in Hamburg, Germany.
UK Expands Sanctions to Target 100 More Russian Vessels
The UK is preparing to implement a expansion of its sanctions against Russia’s oil trade, with plans to blacklist up to 100 additional vessels.
Silver Ray Fined for Close Pass Near Capri’s Faraglioni
Cruise ship Silver Ray criticized by Italian maritime officials and environmental advocates after sailing too close to Capri's Faraglioni rocks.