The Americas

Panama Canal Announces More Transit & Draft Increases

The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) has recently announced an additional increase in both draft limits and daily transit numbers.

Two ships in locks at the Panama Canal

Ambassador Cruise Line Opens U.S. Office & Toll-Free Number

Ambassador Cruise Line has announced the launch of a dedicated office and toll-free phone line in the United States, according to a press release

A smiling woman wearing a headset to talk to customers

American Cruise Lines Unveils Hudson River Itinerary

American Cruise Lines has introduced a new itinerary for 2025, the eight-day Hudson River Summer Classic, departing roundtrip from New York City,

Cruise boats on the Hudson River in NYC at sunset

Panama Canal Announces Increase in Daily Transits

The Panama Canal has announced an increase in the number of daily transits rising from a total of 32 to 33, effective from July 11th.

A ship passing through the Panama Canal

Court Allows Dali Crew Change; Crew to Finally Return Home

After being confined on a ship amidst a media frenzy for months, the crew of the Dali container ship have finally been permitted to return home.

A container ship crashing into a suspension bridge in Baltimore

Ideas Sought for Offshore Wind Projects in US Territories

US Bureau of Ocean Energy Management seeks input for environmental and socioeconomic studies related to offshore wind projects in US territories.

An offshore wind farm at sunset

Port of Montreal Praised for Sustainability & Green Practices

For the 17th year in a row, the Port of Montreal has been honored for its sustainable development practices and environmental performance.

Sign at entrance to the Port of Montreal

Names for Orphaned Moose Welcomed by Holland America

Holland America Line is giving fans the opportunity to name an orphaned moose calf, which was rescued with the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

A moose

MSC Vessel Hit with Arrest Warrant After Speeding Incident

The US Court issue arrest warrant for MSC Michigan VII following a lawsuit by a terminal operator claiming the vessel damaged a Charleston Pier.

The Cooper River Bridge at sunset

Marine Hotel Association & Culinary Institute of America Team Up

The Marine Hotel Association has partnered with CIA Consulting, a division of the Culinary Institute of America, the world's leading culinary school

Fine dining food on a table

Bridge Closes in Charleston, SC Due to Container Ship Malfunction

US Coast Guard announced traffic on the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge was halted due to a control system malfunction on container ship MSC Michigan VII

Suspension bridge in Charleston

Baltimore Shipping Channel to Reopen at Weekend

The main shipping channel into Baltimore port will reopen this weekend, 75 days after a 9,962 TEU containership lost power and hit a bridge.

The collapsed Francis Scott Key bridge

Juneau, Alaska Implements Cap on Cruise Passenger Arrivals

The City and Borough of Juneau and the cruise lines visiting the port have signed a Memorandum of Agreement aimed at managing visitor volume.

A cruise ship off the shores of Juneau, Alaska

Violation of Napali by Celebrity Edge Remains Inconclusive

The Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources reported that the investigation into the cruise ship Celebrity Edge remains inconclusive.

The Napali coastline

John Hopkins Engineers Begin Assessing US Bridges Near Ports

The US National Transportation & Safety Board has called on bridge owners across the country to take immediate measures to protect their structures

The collapsed Francis Scott Key bridge in Baltimore

CMA CGM Hit with $1.975m Fine in the United States

The Federal Maritime Commission has reached compromise agreements with three companies: CMA CGM and two ocean transportation intermediaries.

A CMA CGM feeder vessel at sea

Carnival & Maritime University of Mexico Launch Cadet Program

Carnival Cruise Line has announced a partnership with the Maritime and Port University of Mexico to establish a cadet program aboard its fleet.

A Carnival Cruise Line ship in port

Baltimore Welcomes Cruise Ships After Eight Week Break

Carnival Pride and Vision of the Seas returned to Baltimore this weekend, signaling the resumption of cruise operations after a two-month break.

Baltimore Harbor at night

Judge Denies Plea to Halt Virginia Offshore Wind Project

A U.S. federal judge has denied a request to halt the construction of Dominion Energy's Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project in Virginia Beach.

The coastline at Virginia Beach, VA

Accused Tug in Tobago Oil Spill Arrested on Other Charges

Nearly four months after Tobago experienced one of its worst environmental disasters, the tug allegedly responsible is arrested on separate charges

Close up of an oil slick at sea