Analysts Predict Decline in Asia-Europe Freight Rates by 2025
Analysts from Asia-based container consultancy forecast drop in Asia-Europe box freight rates, expecting prices to plummet by over 70% by June.
Europe
Bordeaux Considers Relocating Cruise Ship Docking
The city of Bordeaux, France is evaluating the possibility of moving the docking area for cruise ships away from the historic Port de La Lune.
Dutch Authorities Seize Over 700 kg of Cocaine at Rotterdam
In a string of drug busts over the past week, Dutch authorities have seized more than 700 kilograms of cocaine at the Port of Rotterdam.
Extinction Rebellion Blocks Port of Amsterdam
Extinction Rebellion block the entrance to the Port of Amsterdam in a protest that prevented a cruise ship and an oil tanker from docking
Superyacht Sinks Off Palermo Coast in Tornado, Some Missing
Superyacht Bayesian was caught in a tornado off the coast of Palermo in the early morning hours. Eyewitnesses report that it sank within minutes.
Carnival Legend Begins Repositioning Cruise to Mediterranean
After wrapping up a series of summer cruises in Northern Europe, the Carnival Legend is embarking on a repositioning journey to the Eastern Med.
Explora II to Serve as Lux Hotel During 2025 Monaco Grand Prix
Explora Journeys announces its luxury ship, Explora II, will be docked at Monaco’s Port Hercule during the 2025 Formula 1 Grand Prix de Monaco.
Royal Caribbean's Odyssey of the Seas Rescues 77 Refugees
The Royal Caribbean cruise ship Odyssey of the Seas rescued 77 refugees from a distressed sailboat in the Ionian Sea, off the coast of Greece.
Ambassador Hosts Travel Agents on Norway Fjordlands Cruise
After unveiling its 2024 FAM trip program, Ambassador Cruise Line invited 12 travel agents aboard the Ambience for a firsthand experience.
Atlas Ocean Voyages Unveils 2026 Arctic Sailings & New Ports
Atlas Ocean Voyages has announced its 2026 Arctic season, introducing six- and seven-night expeditions and, for the first time, pre-cruise hotels
Island Princess Set to Embark on Summer Mediterranean Cruises
The Island Princess is gearing up for an exciting summer season in the Mediterranean, completing Princess Cruises’ five-ship fleet in Europe.
TRIG Sells Part of Stake in Gode Wind 1 Offshore Wind Farm
The Renewables Infrastructure Group (TRIG) has decided to sell a portion of its stake in the 330 MW Gode Wind 1 offshore wind farm in Germany.
Uniper Launches BioLNG at Rotterdam Terminal
German energy giant Uniper has taken a pioneering step by becoming the first company to supply BioLNG from the gate terminal in Rotterdam.
Protests Erupt Over Oil Tanker Bunkering Stop in Gibraltar
Oil products tanker Overseas Santorini faced significant protests from pro-Palestinian supporters during a port call at Gibraltar for bunkering.
Shipping Emissions Trading Scheme to be Enforced by Turkey
Shipowners looking to evade new environmental regulations by shifting operations to Europe’s eastern edge will need to reconsider their plans.
CMA CGM & Eurogate Potentially to Develop Hamburg Terminal
The port of Hamburg, traditionally dominated by local operators, is expected to see its third foreign liner investment.
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
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.
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.
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.