Storm Debby Disrupts Carnival Sunshine's Charleston Schedule
Tropical Storm Debby, which previously affected vessels departing from Jacksonville and Tampa, is now delaying the Carnival Sunshine in Charleston
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Hurricane Debby Impacts Carnival Cruise Line Ships Schedules
Thanks to Hurricane Debby, at least two Carnival Cruise Line ships have had to adjust their itineraries, according to a statement by the company.
Princess Cruises to Launch Largest-Ever Alaska Season in 2026
With the introduction of the new Star Princess, Princess Cruises is gearing up for its biggest Alaska season yet in 2026.
ILA Prepares for Potential Strike on US East and Gulf Coasts
International Longshoremen’s Association gears up for a potential strike on the East and Gulf Coasts, which could have repercussions for US ports
Royal Caribbean Returns to Latin America for Winter 2025-26
Royal Caribbean to make a comeback to Latin America for the 2025-26 winter season with the Serenade of the Seas, as announced in a press release.
Panama Canal Increases Daily Transits After Consistent Rain
The Panama Canal will increase its daily capacity to 36 transits starting in September, thanks to consistently strong rainfall.
BOEM Cancels Offshore Wind Lease Sale in Gulf of Mexico
The US Bureau of Ocean Energy Management will cancel a proposed offshore wind lease sale in the Gulf of Mexico, citing lack of developer interest
RED Hospitality and Leisure Ventures into Cruise Industry
RED Hospitality and Leisure has announced its entry into the cruise industry, according to a recent company-issued statement.
Princess Cruises Announces Largest Alaska Season for 2026
Princess Cruises has unveiled its largest Alaska season ever for 2026, featuring the debut of its newest ship, the Star Princess.
Severe Flooding Incident on Fishing Vessel Argos Georgia
July 22, Falkland Island Government reported severe flooding incident on the fishing vessel Argos Georgia, which had 27 crew members on board.
Canada's Green Shipping Corridors Combat Climate Change
In response to the issue of climate change, Transport Canada is taking significant steps to mitigate the environmental impact of marine shipping.
Quantum & Ovation of the Seas to Sail from LA in 2025
Originally scheduled to operate in Asia, the Ovation of the Seas will now offer cruises departing from Los Angeles during the summer of 2025.
Bulk Carrier Grounded in Cape Fear River, North Carolina
A marine claim management company reported that the bulk carrier Yangze 6 ran aground on July 16 while navigating through the Cape Fear River, NC
US Transportation Secretary Breaks Ground at Port of Long Beach
Pete Buttigieg visits Port of Long Beach to initiate a $1.5B railyard expansion project, which will increase the port's rail cargo capacity.
Port of Long Beach Hits Record-Breaking June
In June, dockworkers and terminal operators processed 842,446 TEUs, representing a 41.1% increase compared to the same month last year.
Norwegian Cruise Line Set to Sail from Philadelphia
Norwegian Cruise Line announces homeporting program from Philadelphia marking the first time in 15+ years that a cruise ship will sail from the city
Trinidad & Tobago Police Investigate Death on BBC Singapore
Trinidad and Tobago police are investigating the death of a cook aboard the container ship BBC Singapore while it was docked at Port-of-Spain.
Passenger Boat & Tanker Collision; Death & Injuries Reported
July 13, U.S. Coast Guard Sector Corpus Christi report collision between commercial tanker and small passenger boat near Port Aransas, Texas.
New Jersey's Scrapped Offshore Wind Project Not Giving Up
Germany-based RWE and New York-based National Grid are making another attempt to advance the Community Offshore Wind project.
Pact to Build Icebreakers Signed by Finland, Canada & USA
During this week's NATO summit, the US, Canada, and Finland have reached an agreement to collaborate on constructing more polar icebreakers.