Teen Sentenced for Bomb Hoax That Diverted Cruise Ship

NCL Plans Major Upgrades for Great Stirrup Cay in 2025

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings reveals plans to introduce a range of new features and guest experiences at its private island, Great Stirrup Cay.

Port NOLA Sets New Cruise Passenger Record in March 2025

The Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) reached a new milestone in March 2025, handling over 165,000 cruise passenger movements.

Mardi Gras to Offer Short Cruises from Port Canaveral

Carnival announces that when Carnival Festivale joins the fleet in 2027 the Mardi Gras will transition to operating short cruises from the same port

Trump’s New Tariffs Disrupt Global Trade Flows

Donald Trump’s latest round of tariffs have officially taken effect, with China, the world’s leading exporter, hit with a staggering 104% rate.

Ro-Ro Passenger Ship Eagle Hits Dock Structure in Nantucket

U.S.-flagged Ro-Ro/passenger vessel, Eagle, collided with a harbor structure while leaving Nantucket Island on its way to Hyannis, Massachusetts.

Carnival Festivale to Homeport at Port Canaveral in 2027

Port Canaveral is to welcome another new cruise ship, as Carnival announces its Excel-class vessel, Carnival Festivale will be based at the port.

Panama Canal Opens Bidding for New LPG Pipeline Project

The Panama Canal Authority has announced the launch of a bidding process for a new liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) pipeline.

Trump Imposes New Tariffs, Global Trade Tensions Escalate

U.S. President Trump introduces tariffs, including a 34% levy on Chinese imports in a move that has triggered backlash from global trade partners

American Cruise Lines Reveals 2025 Antiques Cruise

American Cruise Lines unveils plans for an Antiques Theme Cruise set to sail June 16, 2025, as part of its Maine Coast and Harbors itinerary.

Strong Winds Break Discovery Princess from Moorings in SF

The Discovery Princess broke loose from its moorings at San Francisco’s Pier 27 after powerful winds unexpectedly hit the area.

Judge Halts Gulf Lease Over Threat to Endangered Whale

Judge temporarily blocks offshore oil and gas lease sale in the Gulf of Mexico citing insufficient consideration for endangered Rice’s whale.

Celebrity Cruises Drops Labadee Stops Through 2025 - 2026

Celebrity Cruises has announced the removal of several scheduled calls to Labadee, Haiti, from its itineraries between April 2025 and April 2026.

Panama Deregisters 107 Sanctioned Ships from Registry

The Panama Maritime Authority (PMA) has removed 107 vessels flying the Panamanian flag that were listed under international sanctions.

.Panama Canal Launches Green Transit Slot for Neopanamax

The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) has recently announced a new initiative that is aimed at promoting sustainable shipping.