Pioneer Navigation Announces Executive Team Changes
Cargo Ship Collision Off Ningbo Leaves One Dead, Three Hurt
MSC Preziosa Begins Drydock in Rotterdam for Upgrades
CMA CGM Sues Over Contaminated Bunkers in Houston
Speedboat Catches Fire Near Phuket, Injuring Six People
Icebreakers Rescue Hanseatic Spirit Trapped Near Finland
AI Man Overboard System Debuts on Ambassador’s Ambition
Shipping
Yang Ming Acquires Three Methanol-Ready Boxships
Taiwanese shipping company Yang Ming Marine Transport has finalized a purchase agreement with Japan’s Shoei Kisen for three newbuild containerships
Engine Failure Forces Cargo Ship Frederick to Block Canal
The cargo ship Frederick temporarily blocked a section of the Kiel Canal in Germany after experiencing engine failure on March 27th.
Panama Deregisters 107 Sanctioned Ships from Registry
The Panama Maritime Authority (PMA) has removed 107 vessels flying the Panamanian flag that were listed under international sanctions.
.Panama Canal Launches Green Transit Slot for Neopanamax
The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) has recently announced a new initiative that is aimed at promoting sustainable shipping.
Ports
Malta Signs First Shore Power Deal in Mediterranean
Malta makes move toward greener maritime operations by signing Mediterranean’s first Power Purchase Agreement for shore power with Carnival UK & P&O
Port of San Diego Wins Award for Urban Sustainability Effort
The Port of San Diego has received the Grow Urban Sustainability Award at the Downtown San Diego Partnership’s Create the Future Awards ceremony.
CMA CGM Bids to Acquire Air Belgium’s Cargo Operations
French shipping giant CMA CGM has submitted a proposal to acquire Air Belgium’s cargo division.
Kai Tak Cruise Terminal Welcomes Three Ships in One Day
On March 19, 2025, Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Cruise Terminal hosted three cruise ships from two major cruise lines, according to a press release.
Accidents
Brazil Arrests Two Men for Cruise Ship Cocaine Smuggling
Brazilian Federal Police apprehended two foreign nationals after they allegedly attempted to smuggle 47 kilograms of cocaine aboard a cruise ship
Fire Erupts on Cargo Ship Off Batangas, 12 Rescued by PCG
Philippine Coast Guard responded to a fire on board cargo vessel MV Castphill XV in the early hours of March 30 while it was NW of Limbones Island
Two Cargo Vessels Collide Near Cavite, No Injuries Reported
On March 26, the bulk carrier Sangko Uno 66 and landing craft LCT Nicia were involved in a collision off the coast of Cavite in the Philippines.
Ill British Passenger Airlifted from Sky Princess Near Spain
Spanish maritime rescue services airlifted a British cruise passenger from Sky Princess on Wednesday evening after she experienced a medical emergency
Cruise Industry
Seine Valley Groups Unite to Boost River Cruise Tourism
Rouen Cruises announces effort between tourism offices along Seine River Valley and Channel region to enhance cruise passenger and crew experience
Riviera Travel Adds Festive and Food Cruises for 2026
Riviera Travel has broadened its 2026 cruise lineup with holiday-themed sailing and 3 culinary-focused itineraries across Europe’s iconic rivers.
MSC Reveals Retail Lineup for New Ship MSC World America
MSC has unveiled a wide-ranging retail experience for its upcoming ship, MSC World America, ahead of its Caribbean debut in April 2025 from Miami
Celebrity Cruises Drops Labadee Stops Through 2025 - 2026
Celebrity Cruises has announced the removal of several scheduled calls to Labadee, Haiti, from its itineraries between April 2025 and April 2026.
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