Mexico Sets New Cruise Tourism Record in First Half of 2026
China Cuts Detentions of Panama-Flagged Ships After Talks
Georgia Man Arrested After Alleged Assault on Children at Sea
Adora Mediterranea to Host Beijing Opera Themed Cruises
Santorini Staircase Closure Disrupts Cruise Ship Excursions
Kalmar and APM Terminals Partner on Terminal Automation
Viking Ullur Evacuated After Running Aground on Danube River
Shipping
CMA CGM Names First French-Flagged LNG Megaship in Le Havre
CMA CGM has officially named its newest LNG-powered container ship, CMA CGM Notre Dame, during a ceremony in Le Havre.
Mintra and MARINA Partner to Advance Filipino Seafarer Training
Maritime training and workforce management provider Mintra signa MOU with MARINA to strengthen digital learning and skills development.
Siera Marine Wins Funding to Expand Australian Seafarer Training
Australia's Siera Marine Management secures funding through government’s Maritime Skills and Training Initiative to increase qualified seafarers.
IMO Backs Carbon Mineralization Pathway for Shipping
Proposal to classify carbon mineralization as a permanent carbon storage method for shipping receives in-principle backing at the IMO.
Ports
ICTSI Extends Manila Container Terminal Deal Until 2063
ICTSI awarded 25-year extension to concession for Manila International Container Terminal, allowing them to operate until May 2063.
CMA CGM and Stonepeak Launch Global Terminal Joint Venture
CMA CGM and Stonepeak finalize creation of United Ports, a venture that brings together nine container terminals across five countries.
Port of Rotterdam Cargo Volumes Edge Higher in First Half
The Port of Rotterdam handled 212 million tonnes of cargo during the first six months of 2026, representing a 0.4% increase.
DP World Port Botany Gates to Close During Industrial Action
DP World to temporarily close the gates at Port Botany for four hours on Friday as protected industrial action impacts landside operations.
Accidents
Filipino Crew Member Injured in Fall on Cruise Ship Near Greece
A Filipino crew member suffered serious injuries after falling several meters while working aboard a cruise ship anchored off the Greek island of Spetses
British Cruise Passenger Found Dead During Santorini Visit
A 62-year-old British cruise passenger has been found dead in her cabin while her cruise ship was visiting the Greek island of Santorini.
Rescue Effort Continues After Vietnamese Cargo Ship Sinks
Large-scale international search and rescue operation continues in South China Sea after Vietnamese general cargo vessel Khoi Nguyen 18 sank.
Disney Dream Crew Drink Tampering Claim Investigated in Spain
Spanish authorities have launched an investigation after a crew member aboard the Disney Dream reported a suspected drink tampering incident.
Cruise Industry
World Asia’s Onboard Shopping Experience Unveiled by MSC
MSC Cruises reveals retail lineup for its newest vessel, MSC World Asia, which recently began sea trials ahead of entering service.
Celebrity Cruises Raises Daily Gratuities Across All Cabins
Celebrity Cruises introduces higher automatic daily gratuities for all guests; revised charges came into effect immediately July 29, 2026.
Virgin Voyages to Debut Scandinavia and Baltic Cruises in 2028
Virgin Voyages to expand into Northern Europe in 2028 with sailings from Amsterdam for the line's first Scandinavia and Baltic season.