India Launches Maritime Insurance Pool for P&I Cover
Cruise Ships Resume Voyages After Hormuz Reopens
Search Underway After U.S. Cargo Vessel Missing in Pacific
Norwegian Jewel Restarts Cruise Sailings From Philadelphia
IMO Approves New Ship Registration Transparency Rules
Princess Cruises Orders Three Next-Gen LNG Cruise Ships
UK Approves Outer Dowsing Offshore Wind Project
Shipping
Wilhelmsen Launches Cyclus Marine for Vessel Lifecycle
Wilhelmsen Ship Management has introduced a new company, Cyclus Marine, focused on managing the full lifecycle of vessels from build to recycling.
MSC Eyes Cruise Ships to Evacuate Seafarers in Gulf
MSC Cruises proposes using ships currently stranded in the Persian Gulf to evacuate thousands of seafarers who remain onboard commercial vessels.
Alliance Launches Framework to Tackle Misconduct at Sea
All-Aboard Alliance, companies and organizations focused on improving seafarer life, introduces initiative to address unwanted sexual behavior.
Malaysia Detains Tankers Over Suspected Fuel Smuggling
Malaysian authorities detained two tankers on April 11 forr suspected involvement in illegal ship-to-ship fuel transfers. All 22 crew were arrested.
Ports
Marseille Port to Provide Power to Three Cruise Ships At Once
Port of Marseille Fos is preparing to become one of the first Mediterranean ports able to provide shore power to three large cruise ships at once.
Antwerp Oil Spill Clean-Up Continues After Bunkering Incident
Clean-up efforts are still ongoing at the Port of Antwerp following a significant oil spill that occurred during a bunkering operation on April 9.
Switzerland Seeks Role in EU Port Security Alliance
Switzerland is increasing efforts to be part of the European Union’s port alliance, aiming to reinforce its position in Europe’s logistics network.
Explosion Near Panama Canal Bridge Kills One, Injures Three
A deadly explosion at a fuel storage and loading site near the Bridge of the Americas in Panama has left one person dead and three others injured.
Accidents
Search Suspended for Crew Member Overboard From Norwegian Viva
The search operation for a crew member who went overboard from the Norwegian Viva has been officially called off Norwegian Cruise Line confirmed.
Sweden Releases Bulk Carrier After Pollution Violation
Sweden allow a bulk carrier to leave after its captain admitted breaching country’s Environmental Code by discharging coal residue into the Baltic.
Multiple Vessel Incidents Reported in Kiel Canal, Germany
Several maritime incidents involving cargo vessels took place along Germany’s Kiel Canal on April 10, occurring within just a few hours of each other.
MSC Euribia Norway Cruise Cancelled Over Delays
MSC Cruises has cancelled the first scheduled Norway sailing of MSC Euribia for the upcoming summer season, intended to depart on May 2nd.
Cruise Industry
NCL Settles $2M Case Over COVID Cruise Marketing
Norwegian Cruise Line agrees to $2 million settlement with 12 U.S. states following an investigation into how it promoted cruises during COVID-19.
MSC Expands Bahamas Offering With New Sandy Cay
MSC Cruises is set to grow its private island portfolio in The Bahamas with the addition of Sandy Cay, a high-end destination planned for 2028.
Holland America Unveils $500M Fleet Upgrade Plan
Holland America Line has revealed a $500 million refurbishment initiative, Evolution, which will see six ships in its fleet undergo major upgrades.
MSC Founder Transfers Ownership to His Children
MSC has undergone a significant leadership shift, with founder Gianluigi Aponte formally transferring ownership of the company to his children.
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