MARAD Allocates $580 Million for US Port Upgrades
US Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration announces plans to invest almost $580 million in port infrastructure across the country
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San Diego Welcomes 32 Million Visitors in Record Year
San Diego Tourism Authority reports the city received 32 million visitors during fiscal year 2024; an increase of 2M compared to previous year.
Canadian Unions to Challenge Government Order on Port Disputes
Union leaders to contest Canadian government's mandate to end ongoing labor disputes at ports including Montreal, Vancouver and Prince Rupert.
Disney Treasure Rescues Family from Sinking Catamaran
The Disney Treasure cruise ship rescued four individuals, all a part of a family, from a sinking catamaran off Bermuda’s coast on Sunday.
Xi Jinping Inaugurates New Chancay Port in Peru
Xi Jinping in Peru for inauguration of a massive new port that China describes as a game-changer for trade links between Latin America and Asia.
Automation Dispute Could Lead to New East Coast Strike
A challenge for the incoming Trump administration may be an impending strike as a trade union remains firm on its stance against automation.
Carnival Announces Expanded 2026-27 Sailings From NYC, LA
Carnival unveils additional 2026-27 itineraries from NYC on the Carnival Venezia and Long Beach departures on the Carnival Firenze and Radiance.
Canadian Labor Minister Steps In to End Port Lockouts
Canada’s labor minister announced yesterday he will intervene to resolve the ongoing lockouts affecting workers at the nation’s two largest ports
Hapag-Lloyd Sets Rate Hike for South America to North America
Hapag-Lloyd announces General Rate Increase (GRI) for routes from the East Coast of S. America to N. and Central America, as well as Caribbean.
Princess Cruises Unveils 2026 Canada & New England Season
Princess Cruises has revealed its lineup for the 2026 Canada & New England season, featuring the debut of the Sapphire Princess in the region.
Canadian Ports Face Disruptions Amid Ongoing Labor Strikes
Canadian supply chains are facing severe disruption as ports on both coasts remain shut down due to the ongoing labor conflicts.
Labor Lockouts at Key Canadian Ports Enter Third Day
Labor lockouts at the Canadian ports of Prince Rupert and Vancouver have stretched into a third day, with no progress between union and employers
Port of Santos Prepares for 152 Cruise Calls in 2024-25 Season
The Port of Santos in Brazil is gearing up for the 2024-25 cruise season with 152 expected ship calls from 14 vessels starting November 8th.
Coast Guard Evacuates Seaman with Stroke Symptoms from Tanker
A 39-year-old male crew member showing signs of a stroke was evacuated from the oil tanker Polaris Voyager around midday on November 5th.
Bulk Carrier Incident in Porto Alegre Blocks Ship Passage
On November 3rd, a Hong Kong-flagged bulk carrier, the Mount Taranaki, ran aground in the Itapua channel near Porto Alegre.