Virgin Voyages Launches New Group Travel Program
Hapag-Lloyd Cruises Unveils Golf Voyages for 2027-2028
MOL Joins $5 Billion US Floating Louisiana LNG Project
Holland America Fleet to Mark America’s 250th Anniversary
U.S. National Science Foundation Scales Back Ocean Monitoring Network
AD Ports Group Expands Into Brazil With CLI Deal
Trump Administration Sued by New York Over Offshore Wind Lease Cancellation
Shipping
ZIM Names New CEO Amid Hapag-Lloyd Takeover Bid
Israeli container carrier ZIM has named Chen Lichtenstein as its next president and CEO, choosing a leader from outside the shipping industry.
MSC Container Ship Damaged in Third Iraq Maritime Attack
MSC container ship suffered damage in what appears to be the third reported maritime attack off Iraq since the U.S.-Iran conflict began.
115 Kg of Cocaine Seized From Ship Near Mundra Port
Indian authorities have seized 115 kilograms of cocaine from the container vessel Europe during a joint operation that also led to the arrest of three crew.
Maersk Settles $1.9 million FMC Detention Fee Case
The U.S. Federal Maritime Commission has reached a $1.9 million civil penalty settlement with Danish shipping company A.P. Moller – Maersk.
Ports
Worker Dies in Fatal Accident at Port of Hamburg
Worker loses life following an accident aboard a cargo ship at the Port of Hamburg on May 29 after being struck by a heavy object.
South Africa's Transnet Signs LNG Terminal Deal for Ngqura Port
South Africa’s Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has entered into a 25-year terminal operator agreement with Ukwanda LNG.
Live Ship Schedule launched by Port of San Diego
The Port of San Diego has introduced a new online schedule for cargo and cruise vessels known as PortControl.
Port of Seattle Extends Cruise Partnership With NCLH
The Port of Seattle Commission has approved a new long-term lease amendment with Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH).
Accidents
Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse Trial Delayed After Settlements
A federal judge has put on hold the highly anticipated civil trial concerning the collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge.
Cruise Excursion Bus Involved in Corfu Traffic Accident
A shore excursion in Greece was disrupted this week after a bus carrying cruise passengers was involved in a road accident on Corfu.
Hondius Departure Delayed for Extra Cleaning After Hantavirus
Hantavirus-struck Hondius’ departure from Rotterdam to Vlissingen postponed following recommendations for additional cleaning measures.
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.
Cruise Industry
Harding+ Extends Retail Partnership With Princess Cruises
Harding+ has renewed its partnership with Princess Cruises, strengthening a relationship that began in 2021.
Carnival Cruise Line Expands New Menu to More Ships
Carnival Cruise Line is set to roll out its new dining room menu to more ships across the fleet in the coming weeks, according to an announcement.
Carnival Opens Half Moon Cay Island Upgrades in The Bahamas
Carnival celebrated an important milestone on June 1, 2026, with the official launch of several new enhancements at RelaxAway at Half Moon Cay.
Margaritaville at Sea Ships Meet in Nassau for First Time
Margaritaville at Sea recently marked a milestone when its two vessels visited Nassau simultaneously for the first time.