Estonia Detains Baltic Spirit Over Suspected Smuggling

Bahamas-flagged reefer ship Baltic Spirit is detained by Estonian authorities amid suspicions of smuggling activity connected to Ecuador cargo.

MSC Orchestra Held Offshore as Marseille Protest Blocks Port

MSC Orchestra was unable to enter the French port of Marseille yesterday after protesting maritime workers blocked access to the harbor entrance.

Celebrity River Cruises Orders 10 Ships to Grow Fleet

Celebrity River Cruises has announced plans for 10 new ships to bring its European river fleet to 20 vessels by 2031, according to the company.

Royal Caribbean Orders New Discovery Class Ships in France

Royal Caribbean Group announces agreements with Chantiers de l’Atlantique in France, securing construction of its upcoming Discovery Class ships.

Spanish Police Dismantle Major Maritime Cocaine Network

Spanish police have dismantled a large-scale maritime drug smuggling operation following a year-long investigation, leading to more than 100 arrests.

Valletta Cruise Port Sees Strong Passenger Growth in 2025

Valletta Cruise Port on the island of Malta recorded continued increases in both cruise traffic and passenger volumes throughout the 2025 season.

Eikborg Loses Rudder After Grounding Near Portuguese Port

Dutch-flagged general cargo ship Eikborg suffers loss of rudder control following a brief grounding while departing the port of Figueira da Foz.

AIDAbella Enters Marseille Shipyard for Major Refit

AIDAbella has arrived at the Chantier Naval de Marseille in France to begin its journey through the AIDA Evolution refurbishment program.

Carnival Sunshine Reveals New Europe and Africa Sailings

Carnival announces 2027–28 deployment plans for Carnival Sunshine, featuring first-ever calls in Africa and additional European destinations.

Western Bulk Launches Lumber and Projects Team in Bergen

Norwegian dry bulk operator Western Bulk has announced the establishment of a new lumber and projects team based in the city of Bergen.

Fire Contained Aboard CSL Thames at Port of Emden

A fire was reported onboard the bulk carrier CSL Thames on January 19th while it was moored at South Quay in the port of Emden, Germany.

Brighton, UK Beachgoers Puzzled by Produce Washing Ashore

Cleanup Continues After Food Cargo Washes Up Near Eastbourne

MSC Cancels February MSC Poesia Sailing From Southampton

MSC Cruises has canceled a voyage aboard the MSC Poesia that was scheduled to depart from Southampton, England on February 13th, 2026.

Greek Ro-Ro Talos Grounds in Naxos, Later Reaches Piraeus

A Greece-flagged ro-ro cargo ship named the Talos ran aground on a sandy shoal in the Vintzi sea area at the port of Naxos on January 17th.