Mein Schiff 7 Begins Maiden Winter Season in the Canaries
The newly launched Mein Schiff 7 recently docked in Las Palmas, marking the start of its maiden season in the Canary Islands and the Atlantic.
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Ørsted Partners with Brookfield on UK Offshore Wind Projects
Ørsted partners with Brookfield, through which Brookfield will acquire a 12.45% stake in four of Ørsted’s offshore wind farms in the UK.
Ukraine Names Ship Captains Transporting Stolen Grain
Ukraine’s Ministry of Defense has publicly identified 31 ship captains allegedly involved in transporting stolen Ukrainian grain.
Four Stowaways Found on Ship’s Rudder in Canary Islands Port
October 26, four Nigerian stowaways were found on the rudder of cargo vessel MSC Fiammetta when it docked at Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain.
MV Ruby Finally Permitted to Dock at Great Yarmouth Port
After facing restrictions for weeks, the MV Ruby is to dock at the Port of Great Yarmouth on October 28, following damage sustained in September.
National Geographic-Lindblad Unveils Iceland to Japan Voyage
National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions introduces most extensive expedition yet, 69-day journey 'Epic Northwest Passage: From Iceland to Japan'
Bulk Carrier Ultra Infinity Strikes Canal Embankment in Fog
October 23, the bulk carrier Ultra Infinity collided with the embankment of the Kiel Canal in Germany due to low visibility caused by heavy fog.
Oceania Cruises' Sirena Makes Maiden Call at Port of Dover
On October 15the, the Port of Dover in the United Kingdom welcomed the inaugural visit of Oceania Cruises’ Sirena, according to a press release.
Ukraine Seeks UN Help as Russian Attacks Target Ports & Ships
With Russia ramping up attacks on shipping and port infrastructure over the past month, Ukrainian authorities are turning to the UN for assistance
Mindelo Cruise Terminal Nears Completion in Cape Verde
The Mindelo Cruise Terminal, located in Porto Grande on São Vicente Island, Cape Verde, is nearing completion and is set to open later this year.
Two Civilian Vessels Hit in Russian Missile Strike, One Dead
Russian missile strike damages two civilian vessels and kills one, with several others injured. The attack caused damage to both ships and port.
Norwegian Prima Returns to Mediterranean for Fall Season
Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Prima has returned to the Mediterranean for a fall season after spending the summer in Northern Europe.
Passenger Found Dead After Falling Overboard MSC Virtuosa
A woman was found dead after falling overboard from the MSC Virtuosa as the ship sailed from the Channel Islands to Southampton, UK.
Tanzanian-Flagged Ship Seized with 4 Tons of Cocaine Off Canaries
October 4, Tanzanian-flagged vessel intercepted off the coast of Canary Islands, leading to discovery of 4 tons of cocaine and arrest of crew.
Ukrainian Seizes Vessel Linked to Crimea Grain Transportation
Ukrainian court approves confiscation of the vessel USKO MFU which had been detained in July for illegally transporting grain to and from Crimea
Russian Missile Strike Hits Ukraine’s Chornomorsk Port
A Russian missile attack targeted Ukraine’s Chornomorsk port on October 9, resulting in the deaths of six people and injuring eight others.
German Cargo Ship Runs Aground Near Scotland's Isle of Skye
A German-flagged cargo vessel ran aground on October 7 while navigating a narrow strait that separates the Isle of Skye from the Scottish mainland
Two Vessels Attacked by Russian Missiles in Odessa Region
Two ships in Ukraine's Odessa region were hit by Russian missile strikes on October 6 and 7, resulting in a fatality, injuries and damage.
Merchant Vessel Hit by Russian Missile at Yuzhny Port, Odessa
On October 6, a merchant vessel docked at Yuzhny Port in the Odessa region was struck by a Russian ballistic missile, infrared footage showed.
AIDAprima Celebrates 150th Visit to Rotterdam Setting New Record
On September 30 the AIDAprima marked its 150th arrival in Rotterdam, making it the most frequent cruise visitor to the city over the last 8 years