'America’s Cruise Line' Carnival Unveils New Patriotic Ship Crest
First Woman Named Head of Panama Canal by Panama President
Collision Off Nigeria Injures Crew, Causes Spill
Royal Caribbean to Show FIFA World Cup 2026 at Sea
Ushuaia Port Workers Threaten Wider Protests
Princess, Holland America Leadership Change for Alaska Cruise Operations
Oil Sheen Closes Kiel Canal Lock for Hours
Shipping
Europol Targets Atlantic ‘Cocaine Highway’
European law enforcement agencies say they have 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
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.
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.
Ports
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.
Brazilian Authorities Seize Cocaine From Bulk Carrier at Santos Port
Brazilian authorities confiscate around 340 kilograms of cocaine from Liberia-flagged bulk carrier while the vessel was docked at Santos on May 10.
US Invests $774m in Port Infrastructure Projects
The US Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD) has announced a $774 million funding package to support port infrastructure.
PSA Expands Investment in Xiamen Container Terminals
PSA International acquires stake in Xiamen Container Terminal Group, which operates eight terminals with an annual capacity of around 20 million TEU.
Accidents
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.
State of Maryland Secures Record Dali Bridge Settlement
Maryland finalizes $2.25 billion settlement with the owner and operator of containership Dali following the collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge.
Indian Officer Missing After US Shore Leave
An Indian Merchant Navy officer has been reported missing in the United States after not returning to his ship following shore leave in Pennsylvania on May 6.
Carnival Faces Lawsuits Over Reported Data Breach
Carnival is dealing with a number of lawsuits following a reported data breach that may have exposed personal information of millions of customers.
Cruise Industry
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings CEO Admits Strategic Failures in Memo
NCHL issues internal message to employees acknowledging a series of missteps have contributed to the company falling behind its target booking for 2026/2027.
Riverboat American Encore Christened in Lewiston, Idaho
After completing sea trials in March American Cruise Lines christened its newest riverboat, the American Encore, during a ceremony in Lewiston, Idaho.
Celestyal Journey Debuts in Agios Nikolaos, Crete
The Celestyal Journey made its first-ever visit to Agios Nikolaos, Crete on May 12th replacing Heraklion on Celestyal’s seven-night “Idyllic Greece” itinerary.
Norwegian Gem and Jade Return After Drydocks
The Norwegian Gem and Norwegian Jade have both returned to service following recent scheduled drydock periods as part of NCL’s ongoing maintenance program.