The Americas

Harbor Pilot Falls While Boarding Emerald Princess

A harbor transfer briefly escalated into an emergency on February 10 when a harbor pilot fell into the sea whilst boarding the Emerald Princess.

The Emerald Princess cruise ship at sea under a grey sky

Disney Cruise Line Reveals Summer 2027 Global Sailings

Disney has unveiled its summer 2027 itineraries, covering destinations across Europe, the Caribbean, Alaska, the Bahamas, and Southeast Asia.

The Disney Fantasy and a tug boat in a port

Carnival Delays Departures After Widespread IT Problems

Carnival vessels experienced delayed departures from their homeports on Sunday after an IT problem slowed debarkation and embarkation operations.

The Carnival Celebration cruise ship moored in a port

Holland America Line Expands 2027-28 Pacific Itineraries

Holland America announced new itineraries for 2027–28 season, covering destinations including Hawaii, Mexico, Panama Canal, and the Pacific Coast.

The Holland America Koningsdam cruise ship in close up

MSC Cruises Partners With ORCA for Alaska Whale Research

MSC reveals collaboration with marine conservation group ORCA, which sees them place first dedicated marine mammal observer onboard MSC Poesia.

MSC's \MSC Poesia cruise ship with a yacht in front of its bow

Celebrity Reflection Turns Weekend Sailing Into Sea Days

Celebrity Reflection spent the weekend on a cruise to nowhere after poor weather disrupted its planned itinerary in Florida and the Bahamas.

The Celebrity Reflection cruise ship near land and under a cloudy sky

MSC Meraviglia Delays NYC Departure Due to Severe Weather

MSC Meraviglia postponed its departure from NYC because of unfavorable weather conditions in the area according to a statement shared with guests.

The cruise ship MSC Meraviglia at sea under a gloomy sky

Norwegian Breakaway Returns to NYC Early Due to Winter Storm

Norwegian Breakaway arrived back in New York City one day ahead of its schedule thanks to a winter weather system impacting its planned itinerary.

The Norwegian Breakaway cruise ship at sea

APM Terminals Ready to Step In at Panama Canal Ports

Maersk-controlled APM Terminals has indicated that it may take on a temporary role in operating the Balboa and Cristobal terminal facilities.

The flag of Panama flying against a grey sky

Stonepeak and CMA CGM Form $10bn Global Terminal Venture

US infrastructure investment firm Stonepeak enters into major joint venture agreement with CMA CGM in terminal deal valued at nearly $10 billion.

A CMA CGM container ship at sea

Aurora Sails P&O’s 75-Night Epic South America Voyage

Sailing on a round trip, the Aurora departed Southampton, England earlier this month to begin P&O Cruises’ “Epic South America Journey.”

A P&O cruise ship docked in Southampton, UK

FMC Fines MSC $22.67m for Shipping Act Violations

The Federal Maritime Commission, the US shipping regulator, issues $22.67 million fine to MSC for three violations of the country’s Shipping Act.

An MSC container ship at sea

Galveston LNG Partners With TOTE on Jones Act Bunker Fleet

Texas's Galveston LNG Bunker Port enters into partnership with TOTE Services to develop, operate fleet of Jones Act-compliant LNG bunkering vessels

Galveston LNG Bunker Port in Texas, USA

MSC Opens New North American Cruise Headquarters in Miami

Downtown Miami under a cloudy sky

Holland America Launches New Alaska Moose Shore Excursion

Holland America Line marked National Moose Day with the announcement of a new exclusive Alaska shore excursion, according to a press release.

Close up of a moose in nature

Queen Mary 2 Makes Historic First Panama Canal Transit

Queen Mary 2 has successfully completed her first-ever passage through the Panama Canal, reaching a key milestone in Cunard’s 2026 World Voyage.

Cunard's Queen Mary 2 cruise ship at sea

Port NOLA Surpasses One Million Cruise Passengers in 2025

The Port of New Orleans reported 1,067,407 cruise passenger movements in calendar year 2025, according to a PR issued by the port authority.

A ship in Port NOLA, New Orleans, USA

Developers Study New Cruise Port Near Sunshine Skyway Bridge, Florida

SSA Marine and Slip Knott LLC are evaluating plans to develop a new cruise port near the Sunshine Skyway Bridge in Manatee County, Florida.

The Sunshine Skyway Bridge in Florida, USA

Symphony of the Seas Adjusts Nassau Departure Time

Royal Caribbean announces change to itinerary of cruise aboard Symphony of the Seas, citing the need to comply with safe speed requirements.

The Symphony of the Seas cruise ship near an island at sunset

Ryan Calkins Takes Over as Port of Seattle President

Port of Seattle Commissioner Ryan Calkins is now commission president for 2026 while Commissioner Fred Felleman has been appointed vice president

The Port of Seattle with the city in the background