AIDA Renames Repositioning Cruises as “Time-Out Voyages”
Hapag-Lloyd Revises $4.2bn ZIM Deal Amid Israeli Concerns
Serenade of the Seas Returns to Service After Repairs
Princess Cruises Ends Local Sales Operations in Taiwan
South Korea Approves Merger of Four Major Port Authorities
Carnival Legend Heads to Mediterranean for Fall Cruises
Samsung Seeks at Least $186m From CMA CGM Over Cargo Fees
Shipping
Oil Tanker Strikes Sungai Johor Bridge in Malaysia
The oil products tanker SMF Ixora collided with Malaysia’s Sungai Johor Bridge on September 2, 2026.
Illness Causes More Than 80% of Seafarer Deaths at Sea
More than four out of five seafarer fatalities handled by Britannia P&I were linked to illness rather than accidents says a report.
SK Gas Pays Record $5.3m for Panama Canal Transit Slot
SK Gas has set a new record for an expedited transit through the Panama Canal, paying $5.3 million to secure a passage.
Russia-Linked Tankers Turn to New Fraudulent Ship Flags
Russia-linked tankers have begun falsely claiming registration under the flags of Syria and Myanmar for the first time.
Ports
Crane Accident Injures Two During Cargo Lift at Mumbai Port
A major crane accident involving the bulk carrier Vienna occurred during heavy lift cargo operations at Mumbai Port on August 30.
US and New Zealand Back $60m Cook Islands Port Upgrade
United States and New Zealand commit around $60 million towards redevelopment of Penrhyn Port in northern Cook Islands.
Port of Auckland Reports Record Profit as Cargo Volumes Rise
Port of Auckland handles 932,209 teu during financial year ending June 30th, representing 5.5% increase compared with previous year.
Durban Gateway Terminal Faces Fresh Congestion Crisis
South Africa’s biggest container gateway is again experiencing severe disruption with vessels facing delays of between 8 and 12 days.
Accidents
Passenger Dies Aboard Seven Seas Voyager During Donegal, Ireland Visit
A passenger died aboard Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ Seven Seas Voyager while the cruise ship was visiting Ireland on August 28.
Three Legionnaires’ Disease Cases Linked to Norwegian Prima
NCLH cooperate with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention after three guests Norwegian Prima guest diagnosed with Legionnaires’ disease.
Search Underway After Cargo Ship Sinks in Sea of Marmara
A search and rescue operation is taking place in the Sea of Marmara after a Turkish general cargo vessel is believed to have sunk.
Ferry and Oil Tanker Collide Near Penang, Injuring 21
A collision between a ferry and an oil tanker near Penang Port in Malaysia on Tuesday night, September 1, left 21 people injured.
Cruise Industry
Xiamen Concludes 2026 Summer Cruise Season with 50,000 Guests
Xiamen concluded its 2026 summer cruise season on August 22 as Star Voyager departed from Xiamen International Cruise Homeport.
Jamaica Honors Top Cruise Travel Advisors at 2026 Awards
Jamaica Vacations Limited (JAMVAC) honors its five leading cruise travel advisors for 2024-2026 Regal Rewards Awards on August 29.
Heineken Expands Cruise Bar Crew Training Program in 2026
Heineken grows cruise industry training initiative, aiming to train 2,500 bar crew across Europe and the United States in 2026.
Cruise Industry Brings Billions to Australian Economy
Cruise passengers spent $1.82 billion during Australia's 2024-25 season, with average spending ashore approximately $440 per passenger.