Swan Hellenic Expands Presence in Latin America
115 Kg of Cocaine Seized From Ship Near Mundra Port
Koningsdam Marks 10 Years With Holland America
Seven Seas Voyager Returns After Marseille Drydock Refit
BP Removes Chairman Albert Manifold Amid Conduct Concerns
Hondius Departure Delayed for Extra Cleaning After Hantavirus
Maersk Settles $1.9 million FMC Detention Fee Case
Shipping
Cocaine Worth $6.4M Seized From Tanker at Long Beach Port
US authorities confiscate approximately 227 kilograms of cocaine from a crude oil tanker arriving in California. Filipino crew member faces charges.
Panama Canal Traffic Surges Amid Hormuz Tensions
Ongoing disruption in the Strait of Hormuz is contributing to a major increase in Panama Canal traffic, with the waterway now operating close to full capacity.
First Woman Named Head of Panama Canal by Panama President
Ilya Espino de Marotta chosen as next administrator of the Panama Canal, becoming the first woman to lead one of the world’s most important trade routes.
Collision Off Nigeria Injures Crew, Causes Spill
Two vessels collided at the Bonny Inner Anchorage in Nigeria on May 20, injuring several crew members and causing an oil spill in the surrounding waters.
Ports
Port of Seattle Extends Cruise Partnership With NCLH
The Port of Seattle Commission has approved a new long-term lease amendment with Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH).
Chile Approves Major San Antonio Port Expansion
Chile has approved the long-planned Puerto Exterior expansion at the Port of San Antonio, creating a major new hub for container trade in South America.
Ushuaia Port Workers Threaten Wider Protests
Port workers locked out of Port of Ushuaia since January say they plan to intensify protest actions during the upcoming 2026-27 Antarctic cruise season.
Georgia Ports Volumes Dip Amid Softer Market
Georgia Ports Authority reports 2.5% decrease in container volumes through April as comparisons with last year’s tariff-related cargo surge impact results.
Accidents
Oil Sheen Closes Kiel Canal Lock for Hours
The northern lock of the Kiel Canal was shut down for approximately six hours on May 18 after an oil sheen was discovered inside one of the lock chambers.
Europol Targets Atlantic ‘Cocaine Highway’
European law enforcement agencies say they've disrupted a major drug trafficking route across the Atlantic known as the “Cocaine Highway."
Merchant Ships Hit in Russian Drone Attack at Odessa
Two commercial vessels, including a Chinese-owned ship, were struck by Russian drones while approaching ports in Ukraine’s Odessa region on Monday, May 18
Second Crew Member Detained by Sweden on Sea Owl 1
A second crew member has been detained as Swedish authorities continue investigating the tanker Sea Owl 1, which remains under detention in Sweden.
Cruise Industry
Carnival Magic Returns to Miami After Major Refit
The Carnival Magic is back in service following a 35-day drydock that began on April 19th at the Grand Bahama Shipyard.
Qingdao, China Advances Plans for New Coastal Cruise Ship
The coastal city of Qingdao in China has moved closer to developing its first domestically designed coastal cruise ship after launching a major tender.
Carnival Breeze Only Just Passes VSP Inspection in Texas
Carnival Breeze narrowly avoided failing a surprise health inspection carried out by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Barcelona to Double Cruise Tourist Tax According to Mayor
Barcelona plans to significantly increase the fee charged to cruise passengers visiting the city, according to Mayor Jaume Collboni.