Celebrity Edge Makes First Call to Newcastle, Australia
The Celebrity Edge visited Newcastle for the first time on Saturday, bringing more than 4,000 passengers and crew to the Australian port.
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New Zealand Confirms Support for Coastal Shipping Rules
New Zealand’s government reaffirmed its cabotage regulations, which require domestic coastal shipping be carried out by vessels registered in NZ.
AGL Energy Abandons Gippsland Skies Offshore Wind Project
A third offshore wind initiative in Australia's Gippsland offshore wind zone has been cancelled, with AGL Energy being the latest to withdraw.
Bondi Lifeguards Train in Vanuatu Through Carnival Program
Bondi lifeguards deliver vital water safety training to communities in Vanuatu as part of a Carnival Cruise Line initiative in the South Pacific.
Princess Cruises Reveals 2027–28 Australia Summer Program
Princess Cruises outlines plans for the 2027–28 Australian summer season with sailings on Royal Princess, Grand Princess and Sapphire Princess.
Anthem of the Seas Begins First Winter Season in Australia
Royal Caribbean's cruise ship Anthem of the Seas has made its debut in Australia ahead of its first winter deployment in the South Pacific.
Carnival Luminosa Treats Hospital Staff to Spa Day at Sea
Carnival announced that 10 nurses and healthcare workers from Queensland Children’s Hospital were invited aboard the Carnival Luminosa for a spa day
Queen Mary 2 Faces Propulsion Issue During Voyage
Cunard confirms one of the Mermaid pod propulsion units on the Queen Mary 2 developed fault during its 12-day Norway and Northern Lights cruise.
Silver Nova Begins 47-Day Grand Voyage Around Australia
Silversea Cruises announce departure of Silver Nova for a 47-day voyage circumnavigating Australia, giving guests chance to see 23 destinations.
RWE Halts Kent Offshore Wind Project in Australia
German energy company RWE announces it will discontinue development of the Kent offshore wind project located off the Gippsland coast, Australia.
Carnival Unveils 2027 Alaska Lineup from Seattle, SF
Carnival Cruise Line has revealed its 2027 Alaska season plans, announcing that Carnival Spirit and Carnival Legend will both sail from Seattle.
ATSB Investigates FMG Nicola Engine Failure at Port Hedland
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) has opened an investigation into a propulsion failure involving the bulk carrier FMG Nicola.
Australia Sanctions 60 Ships Tied to Russia’s Shadow Fleet
Australia has announced sanctions on 60 vessels associated with Russia’s "shadow fleet", which is used to sidestep international oil & gas limits
Ritz-Carlton Sets Sail for Polynesia for Winter 2026-27
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection announces its Winter 2026-2027 schedule, offering journeys throughout French Polynesia, Hawaii and Asia-Pacific
Explosion Aboard Bulk Carrier in NZ Injures Three Crew
In the early hours of May 24, a serious maritime accident took place aboard the bulk carrier Olivia while it was docked in New Zealand.
Cruise Ship Rescues Sailors and Dogs in Wild Seas
Four sailors and three dogs were rescued by the Carnival Splendor after their catamaran became disabled in rough waters south of New Caledonia.
Man Tries to Board Cruise Ship via Rope at Sydney Port
In a bizarre moment at Sydney’s Circular Quay, a 29-year-old man attempted to climb aboard a cruise ship by scaling the mooring ropes.
Royal Princess Departs Australia for Alaska via Pacific
Earlier this month, the cruise ship, the Royal Princess set sail from Australia on a 33-night repositioning voyage bound for Alaska.
Australia to Cancel Chinese Lease of Darwin Port
Australia is moving ahead with plans to terminate a Chinese firm's lease on the Port of Darwin, located in the far north of the country.
Brazilian Man Arrested in Sydney for Smuggling 10kg of Cocaine
48-year-old Brazilian man is taken into custody after authorities found 10kg of cocaine in his cabin upon his vessel’s arrival in Sydney.