The Americas

Carnival Panorama Begins 18-Night Voyage to Alaska & Japan

The Carnival Panorama departs from its homeport in Long Beach today, embarking on an 18-night cruise that takes passengers to Alaska and Japan.

Yokohama at night as seen from the water

Swift Action Ends Canadian Rail Strike Within Hours

The Canadian rail strike concluded yesterday, just 18 hours after it began, as authorities acted swiftly to prevent a potential economic crisis.

Aerial view of freight trains

Celestyal Offers Free Voyages to USA Olympic Medalists

Celestyal Cruises has unveiled a special offer providing free cruises to all Team USA athletes who won medals at the Paris 2024 Olympics.

Close up of the Eiffel Tower with the Olympic rings

Star of the Seas to Debut from Port Canaveral in 2025

Royal Caribbean has announced that Star of the Seas will offer a variety of vacation experiences departing from Port Canaveral from August 2025.

Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas

Canada Braces for Industrial Action at Freight Rail Companies

Canada is poised for industrial action at two leading freight rail companies starting Thursday, as employers and employees remain at an impasse.

Freight trains

Norwegian Expands Appreciation Program to Canada's Armed Forces

Norwegian Cruise Line announces expansion of Military Appreciation Program to include active Canadian service members, veterans, and dependents.

The Norwegian Gem cruise ship

Ocean City Threatens Legal Action Against BOEM Over Wind Project

Ocean City, a resort town in Maryland, announces plans to sue the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management if it approves an offshore wind project.

An offshore wind farm at dawn

Storm Debby Disrupts Carnival Sunshine's Charleston Schedule

Tropical Storm Debby, which previously affected vessels departing from Jacksonville and Tampa, is now delaying the Carnival Sunshine in Charleston

The Carnival Sunshine cruise ship

Hurricane Debby Impacts Carnival Cruise Line Ships Schedules

Thanks to Hurricane Debby, at least two Carnival Cruise Line ships have had to adjust their itineraries, according to a statement by the company.

The Carnival Sunshine cruise ship

Princess Cruises to Launch Largest-Ever Alaska Season in 2026

With the introduction of the new Star Princess, Princess Cruises is gearing up for its biggest Alaska season yet in 2026.

The Royal Princess cruise ship at sunset

ILA Prepares for Potential Strike on US East and Gulf Coasts

International Longshoremen’s Association gears up for a potential strike on the East and Gulf Coasts, which could have repercussions for US ports

Port of Oakland, USA

Royal Caribbean Returns to Latin America for Winter 2025-26

Royal Caribbean to make a comeback to Latin America for the 2025-26 winter season with the Serenade of the Seas, as announced in a press release.

A Royal Caribbean cruise ship

Panama Canal Increases Daily Transits After Consistent Rain

The Panama Canal will increase its daily capacity to 36 transits starting in September, thanks to consistently strong rainfall.

Ships transiting the Panama Canal

BOEM Cancels Offshore Wind Lease Sale in Gulf of Mexico

The US Bureau of Ocean Energy Management will cancel a proposed offshore wind lease sale in the Gulf of Mexico, citing lack of developer interest

A wind farm at sea

RED Hospitality and Leisure Ventures into Cruise Industry

RED Hospitality and Leisure has announced its entry into the cruise industry, according to a recent company-issued statement.

A woman snorkeling

Princess Cruises Announces Largest Alaska Season for 2026

Princess Cruises has unveiled its largest Alaska season ever for 2026, featuring the debut of its newest ship, the Star Princess.

A vessel's wake in Alaskan waters

Severe Flooding Incident on Fishing Vessel Argos Georgia

July 22, Falkland Island Government reported severe flooding incident on the fishing vessel Argos Georgia, which had 27 crew members on board.

A fishing vessel taking on water off the coast of the Falkland Islands

Canada's Green Shipping Corridors Combat Climate Change

In response to the issue of climate change, Transport Canada is taking significant steps to mitigate the environmental impact of marine shipping.

The Canadian flag

Quantum & Ovation of the Seas to Sail from LA in 2025

Originally scheduled to operate in Asia, the Ovation of the Seas will now offer cruises departing from Los Angeles during the summer of 2025.

The Quantum of the Seas cruise ship

Bulk Carrier Grounded in Cape Fear River, North Carolina

A marine claim management company reported that the bulk carrier Yangze 6 ran aground on July 16 while navigating through the Cape Fear River, NC

A bulk carrier run aground in a river