Carnival Expands 2027-28 Cruises From New Orleans
Carnival unveils first part of its 2027-2028 voyage schedule and officially opens bookings, featuring increase in cruise capacity from New Orleans
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Port of LA Sets June Record Amid Early Holiday Shipments
The Port of Los Angeles processed 892,340 Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units (TEUs) in June, achieving an 8% rise over the same month in 2024.
New Cruise Terminal Planned for Brazil's Port of Santos
The Port of Santos in Brazil could soon feature a new cruise terminal and tourism hub as part of the ambitious Santos Vivo initiative.
MSC Cruises Reveals U.S. Summer 2027 Ship Lineup
MSC Cruises has unveiled its U.S. deployment plans for summer 2027, featuring six ships sailing from four ports, according to a press release.
Panama Canal Recovers as Rainfall Stabilizes Operations
While the Red Sea once again dominates maritime headlines, another key global shipping passage has quietly returned to full operational strength.
Oil Spill Contained at Uruguay's Punta Pereira Terminal
A small oil spill was reported on 2nd July at Uruguay's Punta Pereira Port Terminal during a fuel unloading operation involving a crude tanker.
Ponant's Jazz-Themed Cruise Sets Sail Again in Fall 2025
Ponant Explorations is once again teaming up with the Marseille Jazz des Cinq Continents Festival to bring back its music-focused cruise.
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.
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.