Cocaine Worth $6.4M Seized From Tanker at Long Beach Port
Passengers Protest Glacier Cancellation on Ovation of the Seas
U.S. Supreme Court Revives Cuba Cruise Lawsuit
Panama Canal Traffic Surges Amid Hormuz Tensions
'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
Shipping
Oil Sheen Closes Kiel Canal Lock for Hours
The northern lock of the Kiel Canal was shut down for approximately six hours on May 18 after an oil sheen was discovered inside one of the lock chambers.
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.
Ports
Ushuaia Port Workers Threaten Wider Protests
Port workers locked out of Port of Ushuaia since January say they plan to intensify protest actions during the upcoming 2026-27 Antarctic cruise season.
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.
Accidents
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.
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.
Cruise Industry
Royal Caribbean to Show FIFA World Cup 2026 at Sea
Royal Caribbean guests will be able to watch one of the world’s largest sporting events while cruising this summer.
Princess, Holland America Leadership Change for Alaska Cruise Operations
Holland America and Princess Cruises announce leadership appointment in shared Alaska and Yukon ops team.
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.