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Anthem of the Seas Resumes Sydney Cruises After Repairs

Anthem of the Seas returned to Sydney after being out of operation for ten days after its previous voyage was cancelled due to technical issues.

Anthem of the Seas Resumes Sydney Cruises After Repairs
30 Jan 2026

Victoria to Launch Australia’s First Offshore Wind Auction

The Australian government has confirmed it will move ahead with the nation’s first offshore wind auction, to be held in the state of Victoria.

Victoria to Launch Australia’s First Offshore Wind Auction
27 Jan 2026

Anthem of the Seas Delayed Returning to Sydney After Issue

Anthem of the Seas is heading back to Australia at reduced speed following a technical issue that affected the ship during a cruise to Vanuatu.

Anthem of the Seas Delayed Returning to Sydney After Issue
21 Jan 2026

Passenger Overboard Reported on Star Breeze in Polynesia

Code Oscar alert issued aboard Windstar’s Star Breeze after a passenger was reported overboard while the ship was sailing in French Polynesia.

Passenger Overboard Reported on Star Breeze in Polynesia
20 Jan 2026

Heritage Unveils 18-Day Micronesia and Solomons Expedition

Heritage Expeditions reveals 18-day voyage to explore remote atolls and islands across Micronesia and the Solomon Islands, the company announced.

Heritage Unveils 18-Day Micronesia and Solomons Expedition
19 Jan 2026

Noordam Tender Operations Halted by Sudden Storm in PNG

Tender boat ops aboard Holland America Line’s Noordam were disrupted at Kiriwina Island after a fast-moving squall brought winds of up to 40 knots

Noordam Tender Operations Halted by Sudden Storm in PNG
16 Jan 2026

Ponant to Deploy Two Ships in French Polynesia in 2026

Ponant confirms plans to operate two vessels in French Polynesia during the winter 2026–27 season; Le Jacques Cartier and the Paul Gauguin.

Ponant to Deploy Two Ships in French Polynesia in 2026
5 Jan 2026

Palau Takes State Control of Ship Registry After Sanctions

Palau Government to nationalize the Palau Open Ship Registry following sanctions imposed on the private company that previously operated the flag

Palau Takes State Control of Ship Registry After Sanctions
29 Dec 2025

Coral Adventurer Grounds Off Papua New Guinea Coast

The Australian-flagged cruise ship Coral Adventurer ran aground along the Finschhafen Coast, east of Lae, Papua New Guinea, on December 27th.

Coral Adventurer Grounds Off Papua New Guinea Coast
24 Dec 2025

Voyager of the Seas Begins Brisbane Season with South Pacific Cruises

Royal Caribbean International’s cruise ship, the Voyager of the Seas has arrived in Brisbane to begin its winter deployment in Australia.

Voyager of the Seas Begins Brisbane Season with South Pacific Cruises
17 Dec 2025

Port of Brisbane Welcomes Its 500th Cruise Ship Arrival

Port of Brisbane celebrates by marking the arrival of its 500th cruise ship at the Brisbane International Cruise Terminal since opening in 2022.

Port of Brisbane Welcomes Its 500th Cruise Ship Arrival
15 Dec 2025

Celebrity Edge Makes First Call to Newcastle, Australia

The Celebrity Edge visited Newcastle for the first time on Saturday, bringing more than 4,000 passengers and crew to the Australian port.

Celebrity Edge Makes First Call to Newcastle, Australia
11 Dec 2025

New Zealand Confirms Support for Coastal Shipping Rules

New Zealand’s government reaffirmed its cabotage regulations, which require domestic coastal shipping be carried out by vessels registered in NZ.

New Zealand Confirms Support for Coastal Shipping Rules
9 Dec 2025

AGL Energy Abandons Gippsland Skies Offshore Wind Project

A third offshore wind initiative in Australia's Gippsland offshore wind zone has been cancelled, with AGL Energy being the latest to withdraw.

AGL Energy Abandons Gippsland Skies Offshore Wind Project
2 Dec 2025

Bondi Lifeguards Train in Vanuatu Through Carnival Program

Bondi lifeguards deliver vital water safety training to communities in Vanuatu as part of a Carnival Cruise Line initiative in the South Pacific.

Bondi Lifeguards Train in Vanuatu Through Carnival Program