Europe

AIDAprima Launches AIDA’s First Winter Season From Kiel

AIDAprima’s inaugural sailing to Northern Europe’s holiday markets has officially begun the company’s first winter season operating out of Kiel.

An AIDA cruise ship moored in Kiel Port, Germany

Ponant Unveils Luxury Arts & Crafts Voyage Celebrating Italy

Ponant Exploration introduces themed cruise centered on Italian arts and craftsmanship, created in partnership with Gucci, Bottega Veneta and more

View across the rooftops of Florence, Italy

Rotterdam Plans New Offshore Wind Terminal for 2029 Launch

The Port of Rotterdam Authority has revealed plans to develop a new 450,000 sq m terminal with direct nautical access for offshore wind activities

The Port of Rotterdam, Netherlands

Greenock Cruise Port Celebrates Record Breaking Season

Greenock Cruise Port in Scotland, in the United Kingdom has wrapped up its most successful season ever, according to a recent press release.

Greenock Port in Scotland, UK

Denmark Opens New Tenders for Offshore Wind Expansion

Danish authorities have released tenders for three designated zones that will allow the development of at least 2.8GW of offshore wind capacity.

The flag of Denmark on the back of a small boat

Passenger Arrested in Germany Before Boarding Queen Mary 2

Police in Germany detained a woman on Monday after an exit check at the Bremerhaven container terminal revealed an outstanding arrest warrant.

Cunard's Queen Mary 2 cruise ship leaving a port

Barcelona to Cut Cruise Arrivals Under New Port Plan

Barcelona is preparing to scale back the number of cruise passengers arriving at the city starting in 2027 according to a report by Catalan News.

A cruise ship in Barcelona port

UK Imposes New Sanctions on Russian LNG Exports

UK government unveils broad package of maritime sanctions aimed at restricting Russia’s LNG exports, marking another significant hit to Moscow.

The UK's Houses of Parliament at sunset

CMA CGM to Acquire 20% Stake in Hamburg Terminal

CMA CGM Group is to strengthen its European port network through the planned acquisition of a 20% stake in Eurogate Container Terminal Hamburg.

A CMA CGM container ship at sea

Hurtigruten Launches New Sami-Inspired Menu at Sea

Hurtigruten has unveiled a new Sami-inspired menu created by Culinary Ambassador Maret Ravdna Buljo, which is now being served across its fleet.

The Sami flag flying against a blue sky

Viva Cruises Expands Routes and Launches New Concepts

Viva Cruises continues to broaden its offerings beyond its sailings on the Moselle, Danube and Rhine Rivers, according to the CEO and co-founder.

The Moselle River running through a small German town

Peers Warn Starmer’s EU Deal Weakens UK Negotiating Power

Sir Keir Starmer has been accused of giving up bargaining leverage in future European Union talks through his new 12-year fishing rights agreement

Drone view of a fishing trawler at sea

Madeira Nominated Again for Prestigious Cruise Awards

Madeira has been recognized on the global stage, announcing that the region has been nominated for two categories in the World Cruise Awards 2025

Funchal town, Madeira, Portugal

Cruise Passenger Dies as Huge Wave Hits Tenerife Seafront

An incident in Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife results in death of woman and injuries to several others after a massive wave struck the seafront.

The coastline of Tenerife

Lisbon Cruise Port Named Best in Southern Europe

Lisbon Cruise Port has been honored with the title of “Best Port in Southern Europe” at the fifth edition of the World Luxury Travel Awards 2025.

View across the rooftops of Lisbon, looking out to sea

Livestock Ship Stranded off Türkiye Amid Animal Crisis

Livestock carrier transporting 2,901 cattle stranded off Turkey as officials refuse permission to unload due to issues with documentation.

An old livestock carrier stranded off the coast of Turkey

Landing Craft Runs Aground off Norway, Fuel Spills

On November 8, the landing craft *Soroysund* ran aground near Fjelldal, Norway. Fortunately, all crewmembers were reported safe and unharmed.

View from above of an oil spill in water

Tallinn and Stockholm Ports Unite for Green Initiative

The partnership will focus on implementing sustainable operations, particularly along the Tallinn–Stockholm and Paldiski–Kapellskär routes.

An MOU with two ports either side with container ships at them

No Bids Received for Dutch Nederwiek 1-A Wind Site

Dutch authorities have confirmed that no developers have submitted bids for the 1GW Nederwiek 1-A offshore wind project in the North Sea.

An offshore windfarm at sundown

Madeira Ports Move Toward Full Digital Transformation

Ports of Madeira announce digital transformation plans as APRAM nears completion of digital platform to manage quay reservations for cruise ships

Funchal, Madeira with a cruise ship in its port