Adora Launches Chinese Cultural Documentary Series at Sea
Aqmaris Orders Four Ultramax Bulkers at Wuhu Shipyard
Oceania Cruises Moves to Adults-Only Sailings in 2026
Suez Canal Traffic Still Depressed Despite End to Attacks
Noord River Vessel Collision Reported Near Alblasserdam
Viking Launches Savings Event With Discounts Through 2028
Indian Crew Arrested After Cocaine Found on Bulk Carrier
Shipping
V.Group Acquires Njord Fuel Efficiency Platform
V.Group has acquired Njord, the maritime fuel efficiency and decarbonization platform established by Maersk Tankers, for an undisclosed amount.
Korean Register Names Lee Yongsok as New Chairman
Classification society Korean Register (KR) has named Lee Yongsok as its 26th chairman and chief executive following an election on December 23rd
Palau Takes State Control of Ship Registry After Sanctions
Palau Government to nationalize the Palau Open Ship Registry following sanctions imposed on the private company that previously operated the flag
Police Board Vessel After Baltic Sea Cable Damage
Latvian authorities boarded a ship on January 4 as part of an investigation into damage to an undersea cable in the Baltic Sea that was discovered
Ports
Antigua Cruise Port Marks Busy Day With Five Ships
Antigua Cruise Port reached a major milestone on December 23, 2025, welcoming more than 12,000 passengers and five cruise ships to St. John’s.
Bremerhaven Cruise Port Wraps Up Strong 2025 Season
Bremerhaven Cruise Port, operated by Global Ports Holding, closed its 2025 cruise season with solid results, pointing toward a positive 2026.
Russian Drone Strikes Damage Ports and Ships in Odesa Region
Russia carried out a wave of drone attacks across Ukraine’s Odesa region on December 30, causing damage to port facilities and civilian vessels.
Sulfuric Acid Spill Reported at Houston Ship Channel
One million gallons of sulfuric acid were released into the Houston Ship Channel following an incident at the BWC Terminals Jacintoport Facility.
Accidents
Crew Screening at Bremerhaven Ends in Police Arrest
What began as a routine clearance at a cruise terminal led to an arrest when police detained a man about to start his first cruise ship contract.
Passenger Evacuated From Viking Sky After Injury Off Mexico
A 76-year-old woman was medically evacuated from the cruise ship Viking Sky off the coast of Mexico’s Michoacán state after injuring her leg.
Passenger Airlifted From MSC Orchestra After Medical Emergency
A 56-year-old woman from Peru was evacuated from the MSC Orchestra on Wednesday morning after experiencing a stroke while the vessel was underway
Cargo Ship Freed After Grounding Off Devon on New Year’s Eve
A large cargo vessel named the Scot Pioneer was left stranded for several hours on New Year’s Eve after running aground near the Devon coast.
Cruise Industry
Disney Destiny and Dream Dock Together in Fort Lauderdale
Two ships from Disney Cruise Line, Disney Destiny and Disney Dream, made a joint call at their homeport in Fort Lauderdale earlier this month.
StarCruises and Under Armour Launch Fitness Cruise
StarCruises reveals partnership with Under Armour to introduce Fitness @ Sea, a wellness-driven cruise on the Star Voyager sailing on January 19.
Britannia Adds Málaga Call to 2027 Mediterranean Cruise
P&O's cruise ship, Britannia will include an extra port of call on its Western Mediterranean voyage departing Southampton on July 30th, 2027.
Holland America and Pendleton Launch Alaska Blanket
To mark Alaska Statehood Day Holland America has unveiled a special partnership with Pacific Northwest lifestyle brand Pendleton Woolen Mills.
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