IMO Says Key to Safe Shipping is Industry's Maritime Workers
Virgin Voyages Celebrates Its Two Millionth Passenger
Disney Dream Makes Maiden Visit to Madeira Island
Typhoon Dujuan Could Force Costa Serena and Athletes to Leave Nagoya
Royal Caribbean Passenger Takes Cruise Ban Dispute to Court
Costa Fortuna Begins Transformation Into Beachcomber
Pete Tong Brings Ibiza Sound to P&O Cruises’ Arvia
Shipping
Emirates Shipping Line in Plastic Waste Cargoes Ban
Emirates Shipping Line to stop transporting plastic waste from October, becoming second ocean carrier to introduce a complete ban.
US LNG Cargo Diverted After Suspected Cyberattack on Ship
US LNG cargo vessel diverted after crew reported a systems failure that they believe may have been caused by a cyberattack.
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.
Ports
Two Workers Die in Accident at Singapore’s Tuas Port
Two workers have died after falling into the sea while carrying out stevedoring operations at Singapore's Tuas Port.
Luojing Terminal in Shanghai Cleared for Foreign Trade
Shanghai has approved the first phase of its automated Luojing container terminal for foreign-trade operations
Port of Brisbane Sets New Record With 1.74M TEU
The Port of Brisbane handled a record 1.74 million teu during the 2025/26 financial year as the port continues to invest in new infrastructure.
Cairns Accelerates Dredging After Cruise Channel Silts Up
Australia's Ports North has brought forward maintenance dredging in Trinity Inlet after unusually heavy silt buildup reduced water depths.
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.
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.
Cruise Industry
Aroya Cruises Welcomes Guests from Over 100 Nationalities
Aroya Cruises welcomed passengers representing more than 100 nationalities aboard during its summer season in the Mediterranean.
Viking Helps Ocean Officers Transition to River Cruising
Viking is encouraging experienced ocean-going officers to move into the company's river cruise operations through its recertification program.
Almost 80% of Landfill Waste Diverted by Royal Caribbean
Royal Caribbean Group has announced that the company is now keeping almost 80% of its waste out of landfills.
Queen Elizabeth Delays Alaska Cruise for Essential Maintenance
Cunard's Queen Elizabeth is sailing a modified Alaska itinerary after its departure from Seattle was delayed by approximately 24 hours.