Port of Seattle Extends Cruise Partnership With NCLH
Chile Approves Major San Antonio Port Expansion
Carnival Magic Returns to Miami After Major Refit
Qingdao, China Advances Plans for New Coastal Cruise Ship
Mediterranean Weather Risks Discussed at Event in Italy
Carnival Breeze Only Just Passes VSP Inspection in Texas
Barcelona to Double Cruise Tourist Tax According to Mayor
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
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.
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
Panama Canal Delay Worries Grow Ahead of June Maintenance
Congestion at the Panama Canal is increasing as authorities prepare for maintenance work next month that is expected to temporarily reduce transit capacity.
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."
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.
Passenger Dies After Going Overboard From Carnival Liberty
Passenger on Carnival Liberty died Wednesday night after reportedly going overboard while the ship was between Celebration Key and Nassau in the Bahamas.
Cruise Industry
Norwegian Aqua Back in New York City for Another Season
The Norwegian Aqua cruise ship has returned to New York City for its second homeport season in the U.S. Northeast.
Carnival Expands Meal Donation Program to Roatán, Honduras
Carnival Corporation has launched its surplus meal donation program in Latin America for the first time, beginning in Roatán, Honduras.
Cunard Reveals Cruise for America250 Celebration
Cunard has announced the itinerary for a special voyage marking the 250th anniversary of the United States in New York.
Passengers Protest Glacier Cancellation on Ovation of the Seas
Passengers aboard Ovation of the Seas held protests after the ship canceled its planned scenic visit to Hubbard Glacier during the current Alaska cruise.