Quantum of the Seas: A Decade of Exploration and Adventure
CMA CGM Adds New LNG-Powered Ship to Its Fleet
MSC Cruises Launches Winter 2024-25 Season from Miami
Vessel Nazan Blocks Bosphorus After Rudder Failure
The Hood Launches New Platform for Maritime Community
Crystal Launches Casino de Monte-Carlo at Sea Aboard Symphony
MARAD Allocates $580 Million for US Port Upgrades
Shipping
MSC Completes Acquisition of Stake in Hamburg Port
All conditions for the voluntary public takeover offer have been met for Mediterranean Shipping Co’s (MSC) investment in the Hamburg port.
Vessel Reports Missile Splashes in Red Sea Near Yemen
A ship transiting the Red Sea, approximately 25 nautical miles off the coast of Al Mukha encountered missile splashes hitting the water nearby.
Automation Dispute Could Lead to New East Coast Strike
A challenge for the incoming Trump administration may be an impending strike as a trade union remains firm on its stance against automation.
Evergreen Marine Seeks Proposals for Megamax Methanol Ships
According to Alphaliner, Taiwan’s Evergreen Marine has issued a request for proposals for eleven new 24,000 TEU methanol dual-fuel vessels.
Ports
Canadian Unions to Challenge Government Order on Port Disputes
Union leaders to contest Canadian government's mandate to end ongoing labor disputes at ports including Montreal, Vancouver and Prince Rupert.
Xi Jinping Inaugurates New Chancay Port in Peru
Xi Jinping in Peru for inauguration of a massive new port that China describes as a game-changer for trade links between Latin America and Asia.
Canadian Labor Minister Steps In to End Port Lockouts
Canada’s labor minister announced yesterday he will intervene to resolve the ongoing lockouts affecting workers at the nation’s two largest ports
Hapag-Lloyd Sets Rate Hike for South America to North America
Hapag-Lloyd announces General Rate Increase (GRI) for routes from the East Coast of S. America to N. and Central America, as well as Caribbean.
Accidents
Disney Treasure Rescues Family from Sinking Catamaran
The Disney Treasure cruise ship rescued four individuals, all a part of a family, from a sinking catamaran off Bermuda’s coast on Sunday.
GPH Donates €250,000 for Valencia Flood Relief Efforts
Global Ports Holding donates €250,000 to support emergency relief and rebuilding efforts following the devastating floods in Valencia, Spain.
Crew of Dutch Vessel Vox Maxima Charged Over Major Oil Spill
Four crew members from a Dutch-flagged ship face charges following a significant oil spill that took place in Singapore earlier this year.
Coast Guard Evacuates Seaman with Stroke Symptoms from Tanker
A 39-year-old male crew member showing signs of a stroke was evacuated from the oil tanker Polaris Voyager around midday on November 5th.
Cruise Industry
San Diego Welcomes 32 Million Visitors in Record Year
San Diego Tourism Authority reports the city received 32 million visitors during fiscal year 2024; an increase of 2M compared to previous year.
MSC Foundation Supports New Study on Coral Extinction Risks
The MSC Foundation is supporting groundbreaking research from the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List.
Carnival Announces Expanded 2026-27 Sailings From NYC, LA
Carnival unveils additional 2026-27 itineraries from NYC on the Carnival Venezia and Long Beach departures on the Carnival Firenze and Radiance.
Princess Cruises Unveils 2026 Canada & New England Season
Princess Cruises has revealed its lineup for the 2026 Canada & New England season, featuring the debut of the Sapphire Princess in the region.
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