MARAD and Long Beach to Explore Nuclear Power for Ships
The U.S. Maritime Administration is to sign landmark agreement with the Port of Long Beach to study the use of small modular reactors (SMRs).
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US Coast Guard Cuts Mariner Credential Processing to Four Months
The U.S. Coast Guard's National Maritime Center has further reduced processing times for Merchant Mariner Credential applications.
Coast Guard Evacuates Pregnant Passenger From Carnival Ship
A U.S. Coast Guard crew from Station Miami Beach medically evacuated a pregnant woman from a Carnival cruise ship on Thursday.
Ex-Captain Pleads Guilty in USMMA Cadet Sexual Assault Case
Former ship captain pleads guilty to drugging, sexually assaulting 21-year-old U.S. Merchant Marine Academy cadet during her Sea Year.
Galveston Studies Fifth Cruise Terminal's Traffic Impact
Galveston Wharves Port Director and CEO announces the port is evaluating transportation and economic effects of proposed fifth cruise terminal.
Panama Canal to Tighten Draft Limits as El Niño Strengthens
Panama Canal Authority to introduce additional draft restrictions for vessels using its Neopanamax locks later this summer.
Norwegian Jewel is Final Call at Charleston Cruise Terminal
The Norwegian Jewel has become the last cruise ship to visit the Union Pier Cruise Terminal in downtown Charleston.
Queen Mary 2 to Join Historic Sail4th Celebration in New York
Cunard is preparing for Queen Mary 2 to take part in the Sail4th gathering of tall ships in New York Harbor on July 4th.
Carnival Marks America's 250th Anniversary with Celebration on Radiance
Carnival celebrated America's 250th anniversary with a patriotic event aboard the Carnival Radiance on June 30 at the Port of Long Beach, CA.
American Patriot Makes First Visit to Port of Milwaukee
American Cruise Lines’ 130-passenger vessel, American Patriot, has made its inaugural call at the Port of Milwaukee.
San Diego Sets Time for Big Bay Boom Fireworks Show
Port of San Diego has announced the start time for Big Bay Boom, said to be the largest Fourth of July fireworks display on the West Coast.
Dali Chief Engineer Admits Safety Breach in Bridge Case
Prosecutors enter into deferred prosecution agreement with chief engineer of the Dali after he acknowledged conduct that amounted to criminal violation.
Cunard's Queen Elizabeth Sets Sail on Final Alaska Season
Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth arrived in Alaska in May to begin what is currently scheduled to be the cruise line’s final summer season in the region.
Royal Caribbean Honors Seward Greenhouse Business
Royal Caribbean names Exit Glacier Greenhouses winner of its first-ever Port Partners Small Business Accelerator Award.
U.S. CBP Removes Cruise Crew Member From Pearl Mist
U.S. Customs and Border Protection continues enforcement activity of cruise ship crew following deportation of 27 workers last month.
Maine Man Jailed Over Assault Aboard Cruise Ship
A Maine resident has been sentenced to federal prison following an assault that occurred onboard an international cruise ship.
Voyager of the Seas Debuts Alaska Season From Seattle
Royal Caribbean International’s Voyager of the Seas arrived in Seattle in May to begin its first-ever season sailing in Alaska.
Vancouver Marks One Million Biometric Cruise Passengers
The Port of Vancouver reaches significant milestone, welcoming its one millionth cruise passenger through its facial biometric embarkation system.
Independence Day Cruise Sale Announced by Costa
Costa Cruises North America has introduced an Independence Day Sale featuring balcony staterooms for the price of ocean view cabins.
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.