The Americas

Oil Spilt After Fuel Barge Hits Bridge in Galveston, Texas

A barge owned by Martin Petroleum collided with a bridge pillar in Galveston causing an oil spill & closing the only road to a neighboring island

A bridge in Galveston, Texas at sunset

Dali Lost Electrical Power Several Times Before Bridge Crash

Federal investigators report the Dali experienced multiple power failures, including the day before its the Francis Scott Key Bridge collision.

The collapsed Francis Scott Key bridge

Brooklyn & Howland Hook Marine Terminals Set for Upgrades

A port upgrade project that will transform the Brooklyn Marine Terminal into a modern maritime port has been announced by New York authorities.

Downtown Manhattan as seen from the water

Trump Wants to Eliminate Offshore Wind if Second Term Won

Donald Trump the Republic candidate, announced plans to target offshore wind projects with an executive order if he returns to the White House.

Donald Trump disembarking from airplane

Inquiry into US Navy Ship Grounding Finds Captain at Fault

An investigation into a grounding incident involving a US Navy vessel has pinpointed negligence and a lack of situational awareness by the crew.

A metal stamp depicting the logo of the US Navy

Sixth Baltimore Bridge Victim Identified by Authorities

Salvage teams under the Unified Command have found the sixth casualty in the aftermath of the Baltimore Francis Scott Key bridge collapse.

AI generated image of the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge

Silver Nova Debuts in Alaska with Regional Culinary Program

Silversea Cruises has introduced its new vessel, the Silver Nova, to Alaska, where it will offer seven-day journeys until September 5, 2024.

A fillet of smoked salmon on a plate

Miami In-Transit Gateway Solution Launched by Maersk

Maersk has broadened its air freight services with the opening of a fully integrated, in-transit gateway solution in Miami, USA, as of April.

A plane in an airport at sunset

Port of New York and New Jersey Sees First Quarter Growth

In March, the Port of New York and New Jersey processed 701,648 TEUs, contributing to a first quarter cumulative volume of 2,001,449 TEUs.

An aerial view of a container port

New President of Panama Has Canal Water Levels Top of Agenda

The newly elected president of Panama, Jose Raul Mulino, has prioritized the water levels of the Panama Canal as a focus of his administration.

A container ship in the Panama Canal

Port of Vancouver Gears Up for Record Breaking Cruise Season

The Port of Vancouver is preparing for a bustling cruise season as it anticipates a record number of around 1.27 million passengers to visit.

An aerial view of Vancouver

Nicaragua Shelves Plan for Panama Canal Rival

Nicaragua has terminated a 50-year concession previously awarded to Chinese businessman Wang Jing to construct a rival to the Panama Canal.

A river running through Nicaragua

Princess Cruises Announces Return to San Juan, Puerto Rico

Princess Cruises has revealed plans to resume its Southern Caribbean sailings from San Juan, Puerto Rico, aboard the Grand Princess.

The coastline of San Juan, Puerto Rico

Carnival Cruises & New Orleans Celebrate 30th Anniversary

Carnival Cruise Line marked its 30th anniversary of operations in New Orleans with a celebratory event aboard the Carnival Liberty ship.

The Port of New Orleans

Dire Flooding Halts Operations at Three Brazilian Ports

Floods in Rio Grande do Sul have resulted in the deaths of at least 85 and disrupted transportation and industrial operations across the state.

An aerial view of flooding and submerged trees

Plans for Up To 12 Offshore Wind Auctions Announced by US

US unveils five-year plan for offshore wind energy development, which proposes up to 12 potential offshore wind energy lease sales through 2028.

Offshore wind farm propellers

Liberian-flagged Bulk Carrier Runs Aground Off Argentina

Last night, (Tuesday) a Liberian-flagged kamsarmax bulk carrier called the YM Pioneer ran aground near Bahia Blanca port in Argentina.

AI generated image of a bulk carrier run aground

Haiti Fuel Terminal at a Standstill Due to Armed Gangs

Operations at a major fuel import terminal in Haiti were halted after an armed gang took control, seizing trucks and forcing the facility's closure

A terminal in Port au Prince, Haiti

Investment Into Core Markets Still Vital for Princess Cruises

For 2024, Princess Cruises is focusing heavily on its main markets, with a significant portion of its capacity dedicated to North America.

A beach in the Caribbean

Far East - South America East Coast Service Update by Yang Ming

Yang Ming has announced plans to revamp its Far East to the East Coast of South America (FE-ECSA) shipping network starting in early May 2024.

A Yang Ming container ship at sunset