20 Oct 2025

Holland America Wraps Up Alaska Season and Looks Ahead

Holland America has shared highlights from its Alaska season, releasing figures that showcase the line’s regional focus and community engagement.

Holland America Wraps Up Alaska Season and Looks Ahead
17 Oct 2025

Serenade of the Seas Begins Latin America Season

Serenade of the Seas has officially arrived in Latin America, launching Royal Caribbean International’s 2025–2026 cruise season in the region.

Serenade of the Seas Begins Latin America Season
16 Oct 2025

PortMiami to Welcome 10 New Cruise Ships in 2025-26

PortMiami to welcome 10 new cruise ships, including five newbuilds, for 2025–2026 season, strengthening its position as one of world's busiest hubs.

PortMiami to Welcome 10 New Cruise Ships in 2025-26
16 Oct 2025

China’s New Port Fees Create Costly Strain for US Ships

The German owners of the US-flagged Panamax vessel Matson Waikiki are facing a hefty $1.7 million (RMB 12.1 million) fee to dock in Shanghai.

China’s New Port Fees Create Costly Strain for US Ships
15 Oct 2025

China Begins Charging Special Port Fees on US Ships

China officially started imposing special port fees on vessels that are owned, operated, built, or flagged in the United States on Tuesday 14th.

China Begins Charging Special Port Fees on US Ships
14 Oct 2025

PortMiami Faces Fuel Uncertainty After Depot Sale

PortMiami could soon face a major operational challenge after the recent sale of its main fuel depot, according to a report by WLRN South Florida

PortMiami Faces Fuel Uncertainty After Depot Sale
13 Oct 2025

US Threatens Sanctions Over IMO Net Zero Shipping Plan

Trump administration escalated trade and maritime policies, warning countries supporting the IMO's Net Zero Framework could face sanctions.

US Threatens Sanctions Over IMO Net Zero Shipping Plan
13 Oct 2025

Royal Caribbean Reroutes Liberty of The Seas to Canada

Royal Caribbean has modified the itinerary for the Liberty of the Seas so that the ship can avoid the projected path of Tropical Storm Jerry.

Royal Caribbean Reroutes Liberty of The Seas to Canada
13 Oct 2025

China Strikes Back with Port Fee Hike on US-Linked Ships

Over the weekend several ships bound for China reversed course after Beijing unveiled retaliatory measures against vessels linked to the U.S.

China Strikes Back with Port Fee Hike on US-Linked Ships
8 Oct 2025

MSC Seascape Set for Texas Debut with Galveston Arrival

MSC Cruises announces the MSC Seascape is one month away from making its Texas debut, with the ship scheduled to arrive in Galveston on November 7.

MSC Seascape Set for Texas Debut with Galveston Arrival
6 Oct 2025

Queen Elizabeth Begins Journey to PortMiami For Winter Season

Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth has set sail on a repositioning voyage from Seattle to PortMiami, marking the start of its first Caribbean winter season

Queen Elizabeth Begins Journey to PortMiami For Winter Season
6 Oct 2025

Margaritaville at Sea to Homeport in Miami From 2027

PortMiami has announced that it will soon become the new homeport for Margaritaville at Sea, with operations beginning in early 2027.

Margaritaville at Sea to Homeport in Miami From 2027
6 Oct 2025

US Clarifies Details On New Port Fees For Chinese Vessels

US Customs has just released further guidance on the new port fees for Chinese-linked ships, which they say are set to take effect next week.

US Clarifies Details On New Port Fees For Chinese Vessels
6 Oct 2025

Bulk Carrier Manitoulin Grounds in St. Lawrence River

On October 2nd, the Canadian-flagged self-discharging bulk carrier Manitoulin ran aground in the St. Lawrence River near Cardinal, Canada.

Bulk Carrier Manitoulin Grounds in St. Lawrence River
3 Oct 2025

Carnival Expands Meal Donation Program Into Latin America

Carnival has signed landmark memoranda of understandings with food banks and community partners in Mexico, Honduras, and the Dominican Republic.

Carnival Expands Meal Donation Program Into Latin America