U.S. CBP Removes Cruise Crew Member From Pearl Mist
Drunken Officer Blamed for Ship Collision in Denmark
Maine Man Jailed Over Assault Aboard Cruise Ship
Celestyal to Show World Cup Matches Live Onboard
Voyager of the Seas Debuts Alaska Season From Seattle
Vancouver Marks One Million Biometric Cruise Passengers
Independence Day Cruise Sale Announced by Costa
Shipping
Suez Canal Raises Transit Surcharges Across Key Sectors
The Suez Canal Authority announces higher transit surcharges for most vessel categories, increasing costs for ships using the waterway from July 15.
Retail Giant Lidl's Tailwind Registers First Ship Under German Flag
Tailwind Shipping Lines, the container shipping subsidiary of German retailer Lidl registers its first vessel under the German flag.
Panama Canal Cuts Draft Limit as Water Concerns Return
The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) has announced a lower maximum authorized draft for vessels passing through its neopanamax locks.
U.S. Coast Guard's New Digital Mariner Credential System
The U.S. Coast Guard to introduce a new digital platform designed to modernize the Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) application process.
Ports
AD Ports Group Expands Into Brazil With CLI Deal
AD Ports Group has made its first move into South America with its biggest acquisition so far.
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.
Accidents
Alaska Cruise Cut Short After Zaandam Propulsion Issue
Holland America's Zaandam was forced to cancel the remainder of its Alaska itinerary after experiencing a propulsion problem.
Greek Police Arrest Man Over Suspected Cruise Ship Plot
Greek authorities have detained a Palestinian man suspected of being involved in an alleged plan that may have targeted an Israeli cruise ship.
MSC Ship Damaged in Third Iraq 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.
Dali 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 Industry
TAG Heuer Hosts Monaco Grand Prix Event at Sea
Swiss luxury watchmaker TAG Heuer hosted one of the most exclusive gatherings of the Monaco Grand Prix weekend aboard the Le Dumont-d'Urville.
Royal Caribbean's Grandeur of the Seas Kicks Off Latin America Season
Grandeur of the Seas has arrived in Latin America in May to begin Royal Caribbean International’s summer season in the region.
Norwegian Viva Moves to Miami for 2027-28, Puerto Rico Cancelled
NCLH to reposition Norwegian Viva to PortMiami for 2027-28 winter season, cancelling the ship’s previously scheduled cruises from Puerto Rico.
Carnival Wins Seattle Sustainability Awards
Carnival Corporation and Carnival Cruise Line receive Sustainable Century Awards from the Port of Seattle in recognition of their environmental initiatives.