24 Apr 2025

MSC World America Makes First Call to San Juan Port

The Puerto Rico government marked the maiden arrival of MSC World America with a plaque exchange ceremony at the Port of San Juan on April 15th.

MSC World America Makes First Call to San Juan Port
24 Apr 2025

CBP Seizes Heroin-Fentanyl Mix at Galveston Cruise Port

A passenger was taken into custody by CBP officers at the Galveston Cruise Port on April 20 after baggage inspection reveals nearly 72g of heroin

CBP Seizes Heroin-Fentanyl Mix at Galveston Cruise Port
22 Apr 2025

14 Injured in Fire on Petrobras Platform Off Rio Coast

Fire broke out on Petrobras’ Cherne 1 platform in the Campos Basin approximately 130 Km off the coast of Rio de Janeiro, injuring 14 workers.

14 Injured in Fire on Petrobras Platform Off Rio Coast
18 Apr 2025

U.S. Halts Construction of Empire Wind Project in NY

U.S. Secretary of the Interior and chair of the National Energy Dominance Council orders immediate stop to all work on Equinor’s Empire Wind 1.

 U.S. Halts Construction of Empire Wind Project in NY
17 Apr 2025

MSC World America Begins Caribbean Sailings from Miami

The newly launched MSC World America has officially begun its maiden voyage to the Caribbean, following its recent arrival at PortMiami.

MSC World America Begins Caribbean Sailings from Miami
17 Apr 2025

U.S. Targets Iran Oil Trade, Warns Shipping on Risks

The United States has introduced a new wave of sanctions targeting Iran’s oil sector, issuing a strong warning to the global shipping industry.

U.S. Targets Iran Oil Trade, Warns Shipping on Risks
16 Apr 2025

Teen Sentenced for Bomb Hoax That Diverted Cruise Ship

Michigan teenager sentenced to eight months in prison for causing a bomb scare aboard the Carnival Sunrise, which forced the ship to alter its route

Teen Sentenced for Bomb Hoax That Diverted Cruise Ship
14 Apr 2025

Port NOLA Sets New Cruise Passenger Record in March 2025

The Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) reached a new milestone in March 2025, handling over 165,000 cruise passenger movements.

Port NOLA Sets New Cruise Passenger Record in March 2025
10 Apr 2025

Mardi Gras to Offer Short Cruises from Port Canaveral

Carnival announces that when Carnival Festivale joins the fleet in 2027 the Mardi Gras will transition to operating short cruises from the same port

Mardi Gras to Offer Short Cruises from Port Canaveral
10 Apr 2025

Trump’s New Tariffs Disrupt Global Trade Flows

Donald Trump’s latest round of tariffs have officially taken effect, with China, the world’s leading exporter, hit with a staggering 104% rate.

Trump’s New Tariffs Disrupt Global Trade Flows
9 Apr 2025

Ro-Ro Passenger Ship Eagle Hits Dock Structure in Nantucket

U.S.-flagged Ro-Ro/passenger vessel, Eagle, collided with a harbor structure while leaving Nantucket Island on its way to Hyannis, Massachusetts.

Ro-Ro Passenger Ship Eagle Hits Dock Structure in Nantucket
8 Apr 2025

Carnival Festivale to Homeport at Port Canaveral in 2027

Port Canaveral is to welcome another new cruise ship, as Carnival announces its Excel-class vessel, Carnival Festivale will be based at the port.

Carnival Festivale to Homeport at Port Canaveral in 2027
7 Apr 2025

Panama Canal Opens Bidding for New LPG Pipeline Project

The Panama Canal Authority has announced the launch of a bidding process for a new liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) pipeline.

Panama Canal Opens Bidding for New LPG Pipeline Project
4 Apr 2025

Trump Imposes New Tariffs, Global Trade Tensions Escalate

U.S. President Trump introduces tariffs, including a 34% levy on Chinese imports in a move that has triggered backlash from global trade partners

Trump Imposes New Tariffs, Global Trade Tensions Escalate
3 Apr 2025

Margaritaville at Sea Reveals 2027 Cruise Itineraries

Margaritaville at Sea has announced its lineup for 2027 for the Margaritaville at Sea Islander, introducing the ship’s first-ever 8-night cruises

Margaritaville at Sea Reveals 2027 Cruise Itineraries