Medical Emergency Forces Cruise Ship to Return to Ponce
Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas made an unscheduled stop at the Port of Ponce on Wednesday after a passenger experienced a health crisis.
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Ponant Plans 48 Caribbean and Central America Cruises
Ponant announces robust winter schedule for 2026-2027 season, featuring 48 sailings across 11 itineraries throughout Central America and Caribbean
LNG Canada Launches Operations in British Columbia
LNG Canada, the liquefied natural gas facility operated by Shell, officially commenced operations on June 22 in Kitimat, British Columbia.
Seven Cruise Ships to Make PortMiami Debuts in 2025
PortMiami is gearing up to host seven new cruise ships throughout 2025, featuring both brand-new vessels and ships making their first call.
Royal Caribbean Adjusts Alaska Cruises on Serenade Ship
Royal Caribbean has updated several upcoming cruise schedules for its Serenade of the Seas ship, affecting selected voyages through Alaska.
Grounded Bulk Carrier Begins Offloading Limestone Cargo
Self-unloading bulk carrier Hon. James L. Oberstar, which ran aground on June 8th, is now transferring its limestone cargo to another vessel.
Queen Elizabeth Begins First Alaskan Season from Seattle
June 12th marked the arrival of Cunard’s updated Queen Elizabeth at the Port of Seattle, launching her inaugural homeport season in the city.
Cargo Ship Hein Grounds Off Trinidad, Fuel Leak Reported
General cargo ship Hein has run aground and is partially submerged off the southern shoreline of Monas Island in Trinidad and Tobago, on June 11.
Petrobras Launches Offshore Wind Pilot Near Rio Coast
Petrobras, Brazil’s state-controlled oil and gas giant, initiates tenders for pilot offshore wind project located off Rio de Janeiro state
Chaos Erupts on Carnival Sunrise During Cruise Brawl
A cruise turned turbulent when an altercation broke out on the Carnival Sunrise, stunning passengers and prompting a response from security.
Carnival Celebrates 35 Years at Port Canaveral
Carnival Cruise Line is commemorating 35 years of sailing from Port Canaveral with a host of announcements emphasizing its local engagement.
Royal Caribbean Adds Year-Round Cruises in Latin America
Royal Caribbean is set to strengthen its footprint in Latin America by launching year-round cruises from Colombia and Panama starting in 2026.
Juneau to Nearly Double Cruise Ship Dock Fees by 2026
Officials in Juneau have approved a significant increase in dock fees for large cruise ships, a move that is expected to bring in millions more.
Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Contaminated Cucumbers
A salmonella outbreak has triggered an urgent public health investigation, with contaminated cucumbers identified as the source behind a wave of illness
U.S. Court Halts Trump's Broad Tariff Measures
Development emerges in trade dispute initiated by President Trump, as U.S. federal court issues ruling to halt the administration's tariff plans
Alaskan Dream Cruises Begins 2025 Season in Juneau
Alaskan Dream Cruises has officially kicked off its 2025 Alaska cruising season with the launch of the Admiralty Dream’s first voyage of the year
Carnival Warns Guests of Sea Ice Ahead of Greenland Trip
As the Carnival Pride embarks on its 14-night cruise to Greenland and Canada, Carnival has issued a precautionary update regarding sea ice conditions
Panama Tightens STS Rules to Combat Shadow Fleet Activity
The Panama Maritime Authority has recently introduced stricter regulations for ship-to-ship (STS) oil transfers involving Panama-flagged tankers.
US Coast Guard Probes Back-to-Back Ship Fires in Puerto Rico
The U.S. Coast Guard is investigating two separate engine room fires that occurred on consecutive days aboard vessels docked in Puerto Rico.
Mexican Navy Ship Hits Brooklyn Bridge, Two Dead, 20 Hurt
May 17, the Mexican Navy’s training ship Cuauhtémoc collided with the Brooklyn Bridge, resulting in two fatalities and injuries to 20 others.