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.
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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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
Holland America to Debut Alaska Float in Macy’s Parade
Holland America Line revealed that it will debut a brand-new float in the 99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on Thursday, November 27, 2025.
Carnival Expands 2027-28 Cruises From South Florida
Carnival Cruise Line unveils new 2027-28 sailings from Miami and Port Canaveral, highlighting the relocation of the Carnival Venezia to Florida.
Norwegian Cancels Over 55 Cruises for 2026-27 Season
Norwegian Cruise Line has confirmed the cancellation of more than 55 sailings planned for the 2026-27 season across four of its ships.
Four Filipino Crew Deported From Jewel Of The Seas
Four Filipino crew members aboard Royal Caribbean’s Jewel of the Seas were deported by U.S. authorities shortly after docking in Fort Lauderdale.
Carnival Sunshine Leaving Norfolk, VA in May 2027
Carnival will soon rotate ships in Virginia, as the Carnival Sunshine departs Norfolk and the Freedom steps in to operate local itineraries.
Balneário Camboriú to Become MSC Cruises Homeport
Starting from the 2025-2026 and from January through Marchseason, Balneário Camboriú, Brazil will officially serve as a homeport for MSC Cruises.
Galveston LNG Bunker Port Advances Texas Terminal Project
Galveston LNG Bunker Port, a U.S.-based energy company, has taken a step forward in developing clean marine fuel infrastructure along the Gulf Coast.
Port of Seattle Opens Funding for Community Projects
Port of Seattle opens applications for community-based organizations seeking funding for environmental projects in underserved neighborhoods.