17 Dec 2024

Biden Unveils Plan for Net-Zero Emissions in Maritime Sector

On December 11th, U.S. President Joe Biden introduced the U.S. Maritime Decarbonization Action Plan, aimed at decarbonizing the maritime industry

Biden Unveils Plan for Net-Zero Emissions in Maritime Sector
16 Dec 2024

Atlantic Canada Sets Cruise Passenger Record with 1M Visitors

The Atlantic Canada Cruise Association (ACCA) has reported a historic milestone for the region, surpassing 1 million cruise passengers in 2024.

Atlantic Canada Sets Cruise Passenger Record with 1M Visitors
11 Dec 2024

Holland America & Carnival Rebrand Half Moon Cay as RelaxAway

Holland America Line and Carnival Cruise Line announce that Half Moon Cay will be rebranded as RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay as part of some upgrades.

Holland America & Carnival Rebrand Half Moon Cay as RelaxAway
10 Dec 2024

Tanker Rescues Skipper from Burning Yacht Near Puerto Rico

On December 6, the crew of the tanker Orange Ocean rescued a skipper from a burning yacht, approximately 420 miles north of Puerto Rico.

Tanker Rescues Skipper from Burning Yacht Near Puerto Rico
9 Dec 2024

US Regulators Delay Launch of New Asian Shipping Alliance

Plans for the Premier Alliance, a new shipping consortium in Asia, have been delayed after intervention from the U.S. Federal Maritime Commission

US Regulators Delay Launch of New Asian Shipping Alliance
9 Dec 2024

Greece & Mexico to Introduce Cruise Passenger Taxes in 2025

Starting in 2025, both Greece and Mexico will implement new taxes on cruise passengers as part of their efforts to address overtourism.

Greece & Mexico to Introduce Cruise Passenger Taxes in 2025
9 Dec 2024

Dominican Republic Seizes Record 9.5 Tons of Cocaine at Port

In a huge drug bust, the National Directorate of Drug Control confiscated 9,588 kilograms of cocaine at the Multimodal Caucedo Port in Boca Chica

Dominican Republic Seizes Record 9.5 Tons of Cocaine at Port
6 Dec 2024

Celebrity Cruises Debuts Homeporting at Port Canaveral

Celebrity Cruises has kicked off its first-ever homeporting season at Port Canaveral with the arrival of the Celebrity Equinox.

Celebrity Cruises Debuts Homeporting at Port Canaveral
4 Dec 2024

U.S. Imposes Sanctions on Iranian Oil Shipping Network

The United States has announced sanctions against 35 entities and vessels linked to the transportation of Iranian petroleum and its derivatives.

U.S. Imposes Sanctions on Iranian Oil Shipping Network
3 Dec 2024

Norwegian Cruise Line Announces 2025-26 Tampa Itineraries

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has announced the redeployment of Norwegian Dawn and Norwegian Star to Tampa for the 2025-26 winter season.

Norwegian Cruise Line Announces 2025-26 Tampa Itineraries
2 Dec 2024

Brazil Launches $3 Billion Port Privatization Initiative

The Brazilian government has unveiled a plan to privatize its port sector, aiming to attract approximately $3 billion in private investments.

Brazil Launches $3 Billion Port Privatization Initiative
2 Dec 2024

Cruise Industry Opposes Proposed $42 P/P Tax in Mexico

The cruise sector is voicing strong opposition to a proposed $42 per person tax for port calls in Mexico which could take effect as early as 2026

Cruise Industry Opposes Proposed $42 P/P Tax in Mexico
29 Nov 2024

Turks and Caicos Cruise Visitors Surpass One Million in 2024

The Turks and Caicos Islands have announced that over one million cruise passengers visited the islands in the first 10 months of 2024.

Turks and Caicos Cruise Visitors Surpass One Million in 2024
28 Nov 2024

CMA CGM Introduces Maya Service for Central America Ports

French shipping giant CMA CGM has unveiled its new Maya Service, a weekly shipping route tailored to serve the West Coast of Central America.

CMA CGM Introduces Maya Service for Central America Ports
28 Nov 2024

Norwegian Prima to Sail from New Orleans Starting Late 2026

Norwegian Cruise Line has revealed that the Norwegian Prima will debut in New Orleans as part of its winter 2026-27 schedule.

Norwegian Prima to Sail from New Orleans Starting Late 2026