Luojing Terminal in Shanghai Cleared for Foreign Trade
Viking Helps Ocean Officers Transition to River Cruising
Emirates Shipping Line in Plastic Waste Cargoes Ban
Almost 80% of Landfill Waste Diverted by Royal Caribbean
Port of Brisbane Sets New Record With 1.74M TEU
Queen Elizabeth Delays Alaska Cruise for Essential Maintenance
MSC in Talks Over Possible Investment in Meyer Werft
Shipping
US LNG Cargo Diverted After Suspected Cyberattack on Ship
US LNG cargo vessel diverted after crew reported a systems failure that they believe may have been caused by a cyberattack.
Japan, South Korea and US Plan Arctic Maritime Agreement
Japan, US, South Korea to sign memorandum aimed at strengthening cooperation on maritime activities and energy supplies in the Arctic.
Turkish Authorities Seize 350kg of Cocaine from Bulk Carrier
Turkish authorities have seized approximately 350 kg of cocaine from the bulk carrier CSPC Pisces during an operation at Mersin Port.
COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry Moves Toward Shanghai Listing
COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry has made its first official move toward securing an A-share listing on the Shanghai stock market.
Ports
Cairns Accelerates Dredging After Cruise Channel Silts Up
Australia's Ports North has brought forward maintenance dredging in Trinity Inlet after unusually heavy silt buildup reduced water depths.
Australia Introduces New Wheat Port Code from October 1
Australia updates national Wheat Port Code regulating bulk wheat export terminals, with revised framework to come into effect October 1.
Oil Leak from MSC Renaissance III Disrupts Antwerp Traffic
Oil leak at Port of Antwerp disrupted vessels on September 14 after pollution was detected between a ship and the shore.
Hapag-Lloyd and DP World Sign Long-Term Africa Terminal Deal
Hapag-Lloyd enters into long-term agreement with DP World covering terminal capacity and port infrastructure in five African markets.
Accidents
Norwegian Getaway Passenger Risks Life for Selfie VIDEO
A concerning video shared on social media shows a passenger standing on the outside of Norwegian Getaway to take a selfie.
Dali Casualty Becomes Largest Loss in P&I Market History
The Dali casualty has become the biggest single loss ever recorded in the P&I insurance market, with reserves now exceeding $2.8 billion.
13 Passengers Charged After Mass Brawl on Costa Smeralda VIDEO
Thirteen passengers aged between 18 and 20 have been charged following a violent confrontation aboard the cruise ship Costa Smeralda.
Norwegian Jade Helps Fight Major Fire at Alaska Cruise Terminal
A major fire erupted at the recently constructed Chugach Glacier Gateway Cruise Terminal in Whittier, Alaska, on Monday, September 14.
Cruise Industry
MSC Cruises to Sponsor Three Formula 1 Races in 2027
MSC Cruises has announced that it will serve as title sponsor for three FIA Formula One races during the 2027 season.
Holland America Employees Remove 47 Kilos of Seattle Waterfront Trash
More than 20 Holland America Line employees left their desks behind for an afternoon to help clean up Seattle's waterfront.
MSC Musica Enters Drydock for Major 45-Day Refurbishment
MSC Musica arrived at Palumbo Malta Shipyard earlier this month to begin extensive refurbishment expected to last approximately 45 days.
Costa Introduces New Watchkeeping Schedule for Engineers
Costa Cruises introduces revised watchkeeping schedule designed to provide engine department officers with longer periods of uninterrupted rest.