Seine Valley Groups Unite to Boost River Cruise Tourism
Rouen Cruises announces effort between tourism offices along Seine River Valley and Channel region to enhance cruise passenger and crew experience
Europe
Riviera Travel Adds Festive and Food Cruises for 2026
Riviera Travel has broadened its 2026 cruise lineup with holiday-themed sailing and 3 culinary-focused itineraries across Europe’s iconic rivers.
Norway’s Oil Fund Buys Stake in Major Offshore Wind Farms
Norges Bank Investment Management which manages the world’s largest sovereign wealth fund acquires 49% ownership stake in offshore wind projects.
Engine Failure Forces Cargo Ship Frederick to Block Canal
The cargo ship Frederick temporarily blocked a section of the Kiel Canal in Germany after experiencing engine failure on March 27th.
Malta Signs First Shore Power Deal in Mediterranean
Malta makes move toward greener maritime operations by signing Mediterranean’s first Power Purchase Agreement for shore power with Carnival UK & P&O
Ill British Passenger Airlifted from Sky Princess Near Spain
Spanish maritime rescue services airlifted a British cruise passenger from Sky Princess on Wednesday evening after she experienced a medical emergency
Norway Warns Global Shipping of Fake Marine Insurer
Norwegian authorities are alerting the international shipping industry about another fraudulent maritime insurer operating under the radar.
Windstar Offers Limited Staterooms for Monaco Grand Prix
Windstar Cruises has made a limited number of staterooms available for its exclusive Rome & Grand Prix of Monaco sailing aboard the Wind Surf.
UK to Add Shipping to Emissions Trading Scheme in 2026
Starting next year, the UK shipping industry will be included in the UK Emissions Trading Scheme as part of new maritime decarbonization measures
AIDAdiva Donates 4,400+ Furniture Pieces to Charity
As part of its AIDA Evolution sustainability program, AIDA Cruises donates 4,400+ pieces of furniture from the AIDAdiva to a German nonprofit.
Research Vessel Grounds Near Italy During Stormy Weather
March 22, Fugro Mercator, a research vessel registered under the Bahamas ran aground on the reef of the Enfola promontory near Portoferraio, Italy
MSC Houston V Diverts to Vigo After Losing Containers at Sea
The container vessel MSC Houston V, sailing under the Portuguese flag, encountered severe weather off Portugal’s southern coast on March 20th.
Fire in Boiler Room of BGM Oswald Elbe 1 During Repairs
On March 19, a smoldering fire broke out in the boiler room of the German-flagged vessel BGM Oswald Elbe 1 while it was undergoing renovations.
Cargo Vessel Bers Towed After Engine Failure in Bosphorus
General cargo vessel Bers experienced an engine failure while passing through the Bosphorus near the July 15 Martyrs Bridge in Turkey on March 19
CMA CGM Bids to Acquire Air Belgium’s Cargo Operations
CMA CGM submits proposal to acquire Air Belgium’s cargo division after Walloon Brabant business court overturns Air One Belgium’s takeover bid.
Cargo Vessel Venture Refloated After Running Aground in Elbe
On March 18, the Antigua Barbuda-flagged cargo vessel Venture suffered an engine failure and ran aground in the Elbe River near Hamburg.
LNG Tanker & Bulker Collide at Gibraltar Anchorage
Early hours of March 18, LNG tanker SM Kestrel collided with anchored bulk carrier Diamond Star II at the western anchorage of the Bay of Gibraltar.
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines Reveals 2026 Fall-Winter Sailings
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has revealed its 2026 fall-winter program, featuring over 30 sailings to destinations including Norway and the Med.
Tugboat Sinks After Collision with Containership in Callao
A collision between the tugboat Westport and the containership A. Idefix on March 14 in the Callao Sea resulted in the sinking of the tugboat.
Celestyal Cancels Santorini Calls Due to Seismic Activity
Celestyal Cruises has removed the Greek island of Santorini from its itineraries in March and April due to seismic activity in the region.