The Americas

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.

The Manitoulin bulk carrier run aground in the St Lawrence river

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.

People working in a foodbank

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.

A marching band in Macy's Thanksgiving Parade

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.

The Carnival Magic cruise ship sailing past a tropical shoreline

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.

The Norwegian Gem cruise ship at sea at sunset

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.

Fort Lauderdale as seen from the water

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.

The Carnival Sunshine cruise ship sailing close to shore

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.

The city and port of Balneário Camboriú, Brazil

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.

The LNG logo on the side of a ship

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.

The Port of Seattle looking towards the city

American Cruise Lines Adds New U.S. River Itineraries

American Cruise Lines has just revealed its plans to expand its offerings on the Mississippi River and beyond with three brand new itineraries.

The Mississippi River at Vicksburg with the Stars and Stripes flying from the bridge

Carnival Firenze to Sail South America In 2026-27

Carnival will return to South America in 2026-27 after a 14-year break, with the Firenze set to operate a limited series of sailings in the region

A carnival cruise ship as seen from the waterline

CroisiEurope to Launch Amazon Eco-Cruises in 2027

CroisiEurope has announced new Amazon itineraries set to debut in 2027 aboard the Brasilian Dream, designed to deliver an eco-tourism experience.

An aerial view of the River Amazon as it winds through forrestation

COSCO Pledges Stability Ahead of US Port Fee Increases

Less than a month before the US introduces fees targeting China-linked vessels, COSCO assures customers it'll maintain stable transpacific service.

A COSCO container ship in a port

Badger Collides With Spartan In Ludington Harbor

U.S.-flagged Ro-Ro/passenger vessel Badger was involved in a collision at Ludington Harbor on September 17, striking its sister ship, the Spartan

The lighthouse in Luddington Harbor, MI, USA

Princess Opens 2027 Canada And New England Bookings

Princess Cruises has opened reservations for its 2027 Canada and New England season, the company has recently confirmed in a press release.

The Regal Princess cruise ship at sunset

Wonder Of The Seas Returns to Miami After Onboard Fight

Wonder of the Seas returned to PortMiami on Monday evening after a fight onboard left several passengers injured and prompted an emergency response

Miami Cruise Port terminal

Protest at Port of Baltimore Over Seafarer Deportations

Port of Baltimore became the scene of a demonstration on September 14, 2025, as dozens gathered to condemn the deportation of Filipino seafarers

A man with his hands cuffed behind his back

Portland’s Terminal 6 Secured with New Operator

The US state of Oregon’s only container terminal, Portland’s Terminal 6, has been given a new lease of life with a fresh operator stepping in.

An aerial view of shipping containers

Long Beach Port Commits $102M to Zero-Emission Projects

Port of Long Beach approves $102 million investment aimed at advancing zero-emission operations, focusing on acquiring clean cargo-handling equipment

Long Beach container terminal under a hazy sky