Europe

Seaways Sabine Rescues 31 from Life Raft in Mediterranean

The USS Bulkeley Warship 84 reaches out to crude oil tanker Seaways .Sabine for assistance in rescuing 20 people spotted in a life raft

The words 'life raft' and 'davit' painted on a vessel

Madeira to Host 2024 Cruise Atlantic Islands Conference

Madeira is set to host the 2024 Cruise Atlantic Islands Conference on September 27, as announced in a recent press release.

Funchal, Madeira

Variety Cruises Announces First Uncharted Cruise from Athens

Variety Cruises has unveiled its first Uncharted Cruise, set to depart from Athens on August 23, and will be hosted by CEO Filippos Venetopoulos.

A view of the ocean from a Greek island

European Cruises for Caledonian Sky in 2025 Via Travelmarvel

The Caledonian Sky is set to embark on European voyages in 2025 after its withdrawal from the Captain Cook Cruises Fiji fleet.

A port in the Greek Islands

Details of New Cruise Line Unveiled by Alma Cruceros

Alma Cruceros unveiles details about its upcoming cruise operations and will operate SunStone’s Ocean Victory during the summer beginning 2025.

A view over Malaga city and Malaga Port

Dorset UK; Local Economy Boosted by Unscheduled Cruise Stops

Portland Port, England saw a boost to the local economy this summer by accommodating unscheduled cruise calls, according to a press release.

The Isle of Portland, Dorset, UK

Pact to Build Icebreakers Signed by Finland, Canada & USA

During this week's NATO summit, the US, Canada, and Finland have reached an agreement to collaborate on constructing more polar icebreakers.

An ice flow as seen from above

Strike Action at German Ports of Hamburg & Bremerhaven

Negotiations between terminals and unions have been ongoing for several weeks, leading to strikes by union members at Hamburg and Bremerhaven.

The port of Hamburg at sunset

Maltese PM Tours MSC World Europa at Shore Power Inauguration

Malta’s PM Robert Abela visited MSC World Europa in Valletta as the ship marked the inauguration of the port’s new shore power facility.

A harbor in Malta

Second Vessel this Month Carries Nigerian Crude Oil to Norway

The Maran Lyra, a Very Large Crude Carrier, is scheduled to arrive in Norway today with what broker Braemar has described as “unusual” cargo.

A drone view of an oil tanker and tugboat

Passengers Rescued After Ferry Fire Off Balearic Islands

On July 8, the Spanish rescue agency Salvamento Maritimo successfully evacuated passengers from a burning ferry off the Balearic Islands.

A passenger ferry on fire in the Balearic Islands

Healthy Profits & Revenue Reported by Piraeus Port Authority

Piraeus Port Authority announced the successful conclusion of its Annual General Meeting of shareholders, held on July 4 2024 via teleconference.

The port of Piraeus in Athens

OEUK Congratulates Starmer, Raises Offshore Industry Concerns

Offshore Energies UK congratulates Labour leader Keir Starmer for general election win but has concerns about the country's offshore sector.

The UK Houses of Parliment

Cargo Fire Breaks Out on Bulk Carrier Docked in German Port

On July 2, a fire broke out in one of the cargo holds of the bulk carrier Captain Ravi while it was docked at the Port of Brake in Germany.

A bulk carrier with smoke coming out of its hold while in dock

Mike Horn & Explora Partner for Canary Island Adventures

Explora Journeys has unveiled two unique Destination Experiences led by their brand ambassador, the explorer Mike Horn.

The village of Haria on Lanzarote

Container Fire Reported at Port of Antwerp-Bruges

The Port of Antwerp-Bruges reported a fire incident at the MSC PSA European Terminal (MPET), quay 1742 on June 24 at 05:30 (local time).

A shipping container on fire in a port

Santorini & Mykonos Most Urgent for Potential Cruise Ship Cap

Bloomberg reports that the Greek government is contemplating a cap on cruise ship visits to certain destinations, including Santorini & Mykonos.

Chairs and tables outside a restaurant in a Greek harbor

Superyacht Crew & Passengers in Court for Alleged Arson

June 23, thirteen individuals from a superyacht appeared in Piraeus Court following their arrest for allegedly sparking a wildfire on Hydra.

A forest fire at night

Cadeler Signs Contract to Install Scottish Wind Turbines

Offshore wind installation company Cadeler secures contract to install 72 Vestas 15MW offshore wind turbines at the Inch Cape Offshore Wind Farm

An offshore windfarm at dusk

Bulk Carrier & Cruise Ship Rescue Migrants Off Canary Islands

A bulk carrier and a cruise ship jointly rescued more than 60 migrants who were stranded at sea between Cape Verde and Tenerife.

A cruise ship rescuing migrants from a small boat