Port of Brisbane Sets New Record With 1.74M TEU
Queen Elizabeth Delays Alaska Cruise for Essential Maintenance
MSC in Talks Over Possible Investment in Meyer Werft
MSC Cruises to Sponsor Three Formula 1 Races in 2027
Cairns Accelerates Dredging After Cruise Channel Silts Up
Holland America Employees Remove 47 Kilos of Seattle Waterfront Trash
US LNG Cargo Diverted After Suspected Cyberattack on Ship
Shipping
Japan, South Korea and US Plan Arctic Maritime Agreement
Japan, US, South Korea to sign memorandum aimed at strengthening cooperation on maritime activities and energy supplies in the Arctic.
Turkish Authorities Seize 350kg of Cocaine from Bulk Carrier
Turkish authorities have seized approximately 350 kg of cocaine from the bulk carrier CSPC Pisces during an operation at Mersin Port.
COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry Moves Toward Shanghai Listing
COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry has made its first official move toward securing an A-share listing on the Shanghai stock market.
Suspected Pirates Board Greek-Managed Cargo Ship off Yemen
A Greek-managed cargo vessel was boarded by suspected pirates off the coast of Yemen on Thursday.
Ports
Australia Introduces New Wheat Port Code from October 1
Australia updates national Wheat Port Code regulating bulk wheat export terminals, with revised framework to come into effect October 1.
Oil Leak from MSC Renaissance III Disrupts Antwerp Traffic
Oil leak at Port of Antwerp disrupted vessels on September 14 after pollution was detected between a ship and the shore.
Hapag-Lloyd and DP World Sign Long-Term Africa Terminal Deal
Hapag-Lloyd enters into long-term agreement with DP World covering terminal capacity and port infrastructure in five African markets.
Flexport Defeats Peloton’s $33.7M Claim Over Shipping Fees
Flexport successfully defends itself against $33.7 million Peloton claim with the FMC over detention, demurrage and storage charges.
Accidents
Norwegian Getaway Passenger Risks Life for Selfie VIDEO
A concerning video shared on social media shows a passenger standing on the outside of Norwegian Getaway to take a selfie.
Dali Casualty Becomes Largest Loss in P&I Market History
The Dali casualty has become the biggest single loss ever recorded in the P&I insurance market, with reserves now exceeding $2.8 billion.
13 Passengers Charged After Mass Brawl on Costa Smeralda VIDEO
Thirteen passengers aged between 18 and 20 have been charged following a violent confrontation aboard the cruise ship Costa Smeralda.
Norwegian Jade Helps Fight Major Fire at Alaska Cruise Terminal
A major fire erupted at the recently constructed Chugach Glacier Gateway Cruise Terminal in Whittier, Alaska, on Monday, September 14.
Cruise Industry
MSC Musica Enters Drydock for Major 45-Day Refurbishment
MSC Musica arrived at Palumbo Malta Shipyard earlier this month to begin extensive refurbishment expected to last approximately 45 days.
Costa Introduces New Watchkeeping Schedule for Engineers
Costa Cruises introduces revised watchkeeping schedule designed to provide engine department officers with longer periods of uninterrupted rest.
Royal Caribbean Sets First 2028-2029 Cruise Release Dates
Royal Caribbean will begin releasing its 2028-2029 cruise deployments for booking during the week of September 28, 2026.
Costa Cruises Becomes Main Sponsor of Virtus Bologna
Costa Crociere is moving into Italian basketball after agreeing a new partnership with one of the country’s most successful clubs.