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Viking Yi Dun concludes Chinese-flag service as vessel departs Shanghai
The ocean-going vessel Viking Yi Dun has departed Shanghai, bringing to a close a notable period during which the former Viking Sun operated under...
June 12, 2026 - Cruise Industry
NCL extends Norwegian Spirit ship's South Pacific cruise schedule through 2027
NCL-Norwegian Cruise Line has expanded its South Pacific programme aboard Norwegian Spirit, introducing additional sailings for 2026 and 2027. The...
June 11, 2026 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America and Seabourn expand Taiwan cruise itineraries 2028–2029
HAL-Holland America Line and Seabourn are set to increase their presence in Taiwan between 2028 and 2029, introducing additional port calls and a...
June 11, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Costa Cruises introduces themed cruisetour itineraries in Europe (summer 2027)
In summer 2027, Carnival Corporation's subsidiary Costa Cruises will introduce a new itinerary design, moving beyond traditional port-focused...
June 11, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Royal Caribbean's newest ICON ship Legend OTS delivered by Meyer Turku
On June 10th, RCI-Royal Caribbean took delivery of Legend of the Seas, the third ICON-class vessel, from Meyer Turku (Finland). The handover marks...
June 11, 2026 - Cruise Industry
RCG-Royal Caribbean Group celebrates opening of new Seward cruise terminal
RCG-Royal Caribbean Group has marked the opening of the Dale R. and Carol Ann Lindsey Alaska Railroad Terminal in Seward, Alaska, with an official...
June 10, 2026 - Accidents
Palestinian suspect charged as Crown Iris ship was named in alleged terror scheme
Greek authorities have arrested and charged a Palestinian asylum seeker on Crete in connection with an alleged plot targeting Israeli interests...
June 10, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Palermo hosts 68th MedCruise General Assembly and 30th anniversary celebrations
The 68th General Assembly of the MedCruise is taking place in Palermo, Italy, from 9th to 12th June, bringing together representatives from across...
June 10, 2026 - Cruise Industry
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line completes fleetwide deployment of SYNKROS Casino Management System
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line has completed the rollout of Konami Gaming’s SYNKROS Casino Management System across its entire fleet (29 operational...
June 10, 2026 - Accidents
Passenger ferry Andros King strikes Rafina breakwater during arrival
The 2006-built passenger ferry Andros King (IMO 9348558) was involved in a berthing incident at Port Rafina (20 km east of Piraeus) on the...
June 9, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Adora Cruises expands Tianjin schedule with 25 South Korea voyages in 2026
Adora Cruises has unveiled its 2026 deployment from/homeporting in Tianjin, scheduling 25 voyages aboard Adora Mediterranea. The programme marks the...
June 9, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Genting Dream ship debuts Forever Broadway as part of 10th anniversary celebrations
Dream Cruises launched Forever Broadway aboard Genting Dream on June 5th, introducing a new musical production as part of the brand’s 10th...
June 9, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Former NCLH CEO Frank Del Rio files $75M lawsuit over consulting agreement
Frank Del Rio, former President and Chief Executive Officer of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings/NCLH, has initiated legal proceedings against the...
June 9, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Seabourn Quest restarted cruises after major drydock refit and refurbishment
Seabourn’s ship Seabourn Quest has resumed service following what the company describes as the most comprehensive interior refurbishment...
June 8, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Port Valencia introduces Spain’s first EES-Compatible Passenger Border Control Facility
The Port of Valencia has become the first Spanish port to implement a passenger border control system compatible with the European Entry/Exit System...
June 8, 2026