MSC Founder Transfers Ownership to His Children
MSC Eyes Cruise Ships to Evacuate Seafarers in Gulf
Alliance Launches Framework to Tackle Misconduct at Sea
Asian Cruise Destinations Highlight Market Growth in Miami
Malaysia Detains Tankers Over Suspected Fuel Smuggling
Cunard Partners with Olivier Awards for 50th Year at Royal Albert Hall
Antwerp Oil Spill Clean-Up Continues After Bunkering Incident
Shipping
MSC Reaches 1,000 Ships as Growth Milestone Achieved
MSC has reached a major milestone in its rapid expansion, becoming the first container shipping company to operate a fleet of 1,000 vessels.
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.
VLCC Orders Reach Record Levels Amid Market Surge
Market for VLCCs enters record territory, with orders placed in final quarter of 2025 and first quarter of 2026 already exceeding the highest total.
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.
Ports
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.
Panama Ports Company Files Arbitration Case Against Maersk
Panama Ports Company, part of CK Hutchison, has initiated arbitration proceedings against Maersk, alleging they tried to take over its Panama Canal ops.
Lisbon Cruise Awards Add Focus on Sustainability and Community
The Port of Lisbon has broadened its annual Cruise Activity Awards to place greater emphasis on sustainability and community engagement.
Accidents
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.
Australia Bans Bulk Carrier Over Crew Welfare Violations
The Australian Maritime Safety Authority announced on April 9 that the bulk carrier BBG Wuzhou has been barred from entering Australian waters.
France Plans Tougher Penalties for Shadow Tankers
France is to strengthen enforcement against illicit tanker operations, with proposals to increase penalties for vessels sailing without valid flags.
Activist Vessel Rams Krill Trawler Near Antarctica
A krill fishing vessel named the Antarctic Sea was intentionally struck by the activist ship Bandero on March 31st, resulting in minor damage.
Cruise Industry
Cork Cruise Season Begins With AIDAluna & Record 2026 Schedule
The cruise season at the Port of Cork got underway on April 13 with the arrival of AIDAluna, marking the vessel’s first-ever visit to Cork Harbor
Successful Antarctica Season Reported by HX Expeditions
HX Expeditions has reported that its Antarctica season which ran from October 2025 to March 2026 was the most successful in the company’s history.
Hero of the Seas to Debut New Features at 2027 Launch
Royal Caribbean International’s upcoming ship, Hero of the Seas, is set to introduce a range of new features when it enters service in 2027.
Margaritaville at Sea Signs Long-Term Wärtsilä Deal
Margaritaville at Sea has entered into a 10-year agreement with Wärtsilä covering lifecycle planning, maintenance support, and technical services.
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