Europe

India and Netherlands Sign MoU to Boost Maritime Ties

India and Netherlands sign an MoU and Letter of Intent aimed at strengthening maritime collaboration and developing a green digital sea corridor.

The Dutch and Indian flags

Royal Caribbean Unveils 2027 Europe and Med Cruises

Royal Caribbean International has revealed its lineup of itineraries for the 2027 cruise season across Northern Europe and the Mediterranean.

Royal Caribbean's Explorer of the Seas cruise ship in dock

Royal Caribbean To Open Santorini Beach Club In 2026

Royal Caribbean unveils plans for a private destination in Santorini, continuing its strategic expansion of vacation experiences across the globe

Blue domed churches in Santorini, Greece

Crew Member Goes Overboard From Viking Star In Aegean

A tragic incident occurred aboard the Viking Star when a crew member went overboard while the ship was sailing between Crete and Sicily on Monday

Close up of a Viking cruise ship

Fire Disables Grimaldi Euromed Ship Grande Roma

A fire in the engine room has left an Italian-flagged Grimaldi Euromed-owned car carrier, the Grande Roma, without any means of propulsion.

A Grimaldi Lines car carrier at sea

Stockholm Cruise Season Ends With Strong Growth

Ports of Stockholm announce close of this year’s cruise season, noting rebound in activity and increase in ship visits compared to last year.

A view of Stockholm as seen from the water

EU Targets Russia’s Shadow Tanker Fleet With New Powers

The EU is to take its toughest stance yet against Russia’s shadow tanker network, unveiling plans to allow member states to board and inspect ships

The Russian flag with a padlock on it

British Woman Dies Aboard Cruise Ship Near Cannes

A Mediterranean voyage turned tragic when a British woman was discovered dead in her cabin aboard a cruise ship anchored off the coast of Cannes.

The beach at Cannes, France

MSC Lirica Tests Emergency Response in Ancona Drill

The MSC Lirica has carried out a major emergency exercise while berthed in Ancona, designed to evaluate crew readiness and onboard systems.

A ship's lifeboat held in dericks above the water

Sweden Concludes Baltic Cable Damage Was Accidental

Swedish authorities have now completed their investigation into the undersea cable that was severed in the Baltic Sea earlier this year.

An underwater cable lying, severed, on the seabed

CMA CGM Signs Deal with Cochin Shipyard for Six LNG Ships

France-based CMA CGM has signed a letter of intent with Cochin Shipyard Ltd (CSL) in India to construct six LNG-powered feeder containerships.

A CMA CGM container feeder vessel at sea

Costa Favolosa Crew Member Assaulted in Cabin Incident

A troubling event occurred aboard Costa Favolosa on October 9, when a female crew member was reportedly sexually assaulted in her cabin at night.

The Costa Favalosa cruise ship

Cargo Ship Eileen Sinks in Black Sea, Crew Safely Rescued

General cargo ship Eileen sinks in Black Sea on October 12 following severe water ingress. All crew members were safely evacuated to life rafts.

The cargo vessel Eileen sinking while crew are rescued in life rafts

Belgian Maritime Pilots Slow Work in Pension Reform Protest

Since October 5th, Belgian maritime pilots have initiated a coordinated work slowdown to oppose the government’s proposed pension reforms.

Zeebrugge Port in Belgium

Marella Finds 57% of Brits Open to Family Cruise Holidays

Marella Cruises reveals that more than half of British travelers would consider taking a multigenerational cruise, according to a company survey.

A grandmother, mother and young girl enjoying a cruise holiday together

Crew Member Airlifted From Cruise Ship Near Santorini

A crew member was evacuated from a cruise ship off the coast of Santorini on October 6th, 2025, after suffering a severe medical emergency.

Restaurants at a harbor on Santorini island, Greece

Ferry Collides with Another Vessel and Pier in Istanbul

October 6, the Turkey-flagged ferry Okmeydani was involved in a collision with another ferry before crashing into the pier at Sirkeci, Istanbul.

The port at Sirkeci, Istanbul at sunset

Denmark Tightens Inspections on Shadow Fleet Oil Tankers

Danish government announces escalation in environmental and safety inspections targeting oil tankers, particularly older or high-risk vessels.

The Danish flag flying on the stern of a small boat

Disney Fantasy Begins Drydock After European Debut Season

The Disney Fantasy has entered drydock at the Damen shipyard in France following the conclusion of its inaugural summer season in Europe.

The Disney Fantasy cruise ship and a smaller vessel under its prow

TUI River Cruises Unveils Biggest Summer Program for 2027

TUI River Cruises reveals plans for its most ambitious summer schedule yet, highlighted by the debut of its first newbuild vessel, the TUI Luzia.

The River Douro in Portugal