Environmental Activists Blockade Marseilles Port
September 21st, 20 activists from Extinction Rebellion and Marseilles-based group Stop Croisières organized protest at the port of Marseilles.
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Firefighters Battle Fuel Spill After Research Vessel Sinks
Firefighters are working to contain a fuel spill following the sinking of the research ship Adolf Jensen off Greenland's coast.
Ibiza Moves to Curb Overtourism, Limits Cruise Ship Dockings
September 13, the Council of Mayors of Ibiza took action to address the issue of overtourism, with a specific emphasis on limiting cruise ships.
European Commission Approves Belgian Offshore Wind Scheme
The European Commission has given the green light to a €682 million ($756 million) Belgian initiative aimed at advancing offshore wind energy.
Lithuania Denies Entry to Ship Carrying Explosive Cargo
Lithuania’s Prime Minister says a ship carrying a potentially hazardous cargo will not be granted access to the country for emergency repairs.
Inland Freighter Strikes Willemsbrug Bridge, Drops Containers
On September 11th at approximately 8:45am local time, an inland motor freighter, Nijmegen Max, collided with the Willemsbrug Bridge in Rotterdam.
US Blocks Vessels for Alleged Iranian Arms Shipments to Russia
September 10th, US announces sanctions on several vessels involved in transporting munitions from Iran to Russia, accusing Iran of supplying arms
Greece to Impose €20 Port Tax on Cruise Passengers in Summer
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis unveils plans to implement a new €20 port tax for each cruise passenger disembarking on popular islands.
French Atlantic Ports Anticipate 875,000+ Cruise Guests in 2024
The French Atlantic Ports are projected to welcome more than 875,000 cruise passengers in 2024, as announced in a recent statement.
Several Gran Canaria Beaches Closed Following Oil Spill
Spanish authorities have shut down multiple beaches on the island of Gran Canaria following an oil spill incident on September 4th.
Denmark Blocks 27 Russian Ships from Local Ports & Services
Danish authorities have imposed a ban on 27 ships linked to Russia, preventing them from docking at local ports or anchoring in Danish waters.
Costa Cruises to Focus Heavily on Europe in 2024
Costa Cruises will allocate the majority of its capacity to the Med and North Europe, with over 55% of its operations concentrated in these regions
Grimaldi Introduces RoRo Service Between Italy & Turkey
The Grimaldi Group is preparing to launch a new roll-on/roll-off (Ro-Ro) shipping route connecting Italy and Turkey. later this month.
Cargo Ship Docks in Tromsø with 20,000 Tons of Ammonium Nitrate
Cargo vessel Ruby, registered in Malta, arrived at Tromsø harbor in Norway after sustaining hull damage from running aground.
Port of Gothenburg Unveils New 144,000 Square Meter Terminal
The Port of Gothenburg has officially opened a new port terminal, "Arendal 2," covering an area of 144,000 square meters.