Carnival Spirit Begins Series of Long Cruises from Seattle
Today, Wednesday 11th September, the Carnival Spirit is to depart from Seattle on the first of three consecutive Carnival Journeys voyages.
The Americas
World Explorer Makes First Visit to Montréal on September 8
Cruise ship, World Explorer, made its debut visit to the Port of Montréal on Sunday September 8, 2024, setting sail from the port the next day.
TOG MOR Barge Runs Aground Near Coatzacoalcos, Crew Rescued
September 8, a pipe-laying barge ran aground near Villa Allende, east of the Coatzacoalcos River mouth in Mexico, due to wind and rough seas.
Container Ship Averts Accident After Engine Failure at Tampa
A potential disaster was narrowly avoided when a container ship suffered engine failure while entering the port of Tampa, USA, on September 5.
U.S. Approves Maryland Offshore Wind Project
U.S. gives green light to Maryland Offshore Wind Project, marking tenth commercial-scale offshore wind initiative approved by current administration.
U.S. Dockworkers Threaten Strike Amid Stalled Negotiations
Tensions are rising as dockworkers on the United State's East and Gulf Coasts are threatening to prepare for possible strike action.
Carnival to Deploy Miracle & Spirit in Alaska for Summer '26
Carnival Cruise Line has announced that it will be sending the Carnival Miracle and Carnival Spirit to Alaska during the summer of 2026.
Carnival Announces 2026-27 Sailings from Tampa & Mobile
Carnival has opened reservations for its 2026-27 sailings, offering cruises to destinations such as The Bahamas, the Caribbean and Panama Canal.
Leading Light Wind Requests Pause in Offshore Wind Project
Leading Light Wind has asked the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities for a pause in the development of its offshore wind project.
Hapag-Lloyd to Implement New GRI for South American Routes
German shipping company Hapag-Lloyd reveals plans to introduce a General Rate Increase (GRI) of US$500 per container, effective from October 1.
American Cruise Lines Launches Columbia & Snake Rivers Vessel
American Cruise Lines announced plans to expand its fleet with the addition of new riverboat, American Encore, which is expected to sail in 2026.
Seafarers Abandoned on Aging Tugboat After Owner Changes Flag
Four seafarers have been left stranded aboard the 60-year-old tugboat Wycliffe after the shipowner switched the vessel’s flag state to Vanuatu.
Norwegian Jade Kicks Off Fall Cruise Season in Boston, USA
The Norwegian Jade has recently docked in Boston, marking the start of its fall cruise season in the U.S. Northeast and Canada.
Oceania Cruises Announces New Caribbean Sailings from Tampa
Oceania Cruises is expanding its winter sailing options in early 2026 with new Caribbean and Panama Canal itineraries departing from Tampa.
PortMiami Set to Activate Shore Power at Five Cruise Berths
PortMiami is soon to have five berths equipped to provide shore power for cruise ships, thanks to a project completed in just under three years.
Panama Canal to Implement Long-Term Slot Allocation System
Panama Canal to introduce long-term slot allocation system aimed at enhancing transit certainty, flexibility, particularly for neopanamax locks.
Cartagena to Rejoin Royal Caribbean as a Homeport in 2025
Cartagena is to again become one of Royal Caribbean's key homeports, as part of a winter schedule for Latin America and the Southern Caribbean.
Cargo Vessel Heemskerkgracht Runs Aground Near Montreal
The Canadian Coast Guard has confirmed that a general cargo ship, the Heemskerkgracht, ran aground in the Kahnawake region close to Montreal.
Explora Journeys to Feature at 37th America’s Cup Race Village
Explora Journeys has announced its participation in the Official Race Village of the Louis Vuitton 37th America’s Cup, set to take place in Barcelona.
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.