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Cruise ships held in the Arabian Gulf as operators repatriate passengers
Regional tensions in the Middle East have disrupted cruise shipping operations across the Arabian Gulf, leaving several vessels unable to depart from...
March 12, 2026 - Cruise Industry
The Ritz-Carlton yacht Luminara prepares an expanded program for 2027
The luxury mega-yacht Luminara, operated by The Ritz‑Carlton Yacht Collection, is preparing an expanded program of voyages for the 2027 season. The...
March 11, 2026 - Accidents
Dockworkers’ protest blocks access to Port Maceio (Brazil) ahead of MSC Seaview arrival
Access to the Port of Maceió (Brazil) was significantly disrupted on Wednesday morning after dockworkers launched a protest that obstructed...
March 11, 2026 - Cruise Industry
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line expands Express Dining fleetwide
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line has introduced a new onboard dining option known as Express Dining, designed to provide passengers with a faster evening...
March 11, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Princess Cruises unveils 115-day 2028 World Cruise (ship Coral Princess)
Princess Cruises has announced plans for its 2028 World Cruise, a 115-day global voyage to be operated by the Coral Princess. The itinerary will...
March 11, 2026 - Cruise Industry
A-ROSA prepares expanded Rhine and Danube program for 25th anniversary season
A-ROSA River Cruises is preparing to mark the 25th anniversary of its river cruise operations during the 2027 season, introducing a series of...
March 10, 2026 - Accidents
MSC Divina ship assisted yacht in distress off Honduras
Crew members aboard the MSC Divina participated in a rescue operation late at night while the vessel was sailing near Isla Roatán, according...
March 10, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Virgin Voyages grows its fleet of specialized AI agents to 1,500+
In a significant development for maritime technology integration, Virgin Voyages has rapidly expanded its use of artificial intelligence/AI across...
March 10, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Explora Journeys marks milestones for EXPLORA IV, EXPLORA V and EXPLORA VI at Fincantieri shipyard
MSC Explora Journeys has marked a series of construction milestones for its expanding fleet during a ceremony held on March 9th at Fincantieri's...
March 10, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Scenic Group expands fleet with 3 new river ships
Scenic Group has confirmed the addition of three new vessels to its river cruise fleet, marking a further stage in the company’s expansion...
March 9, 2026 - Accidents
Aroya Cruises ends inaugural Arabian Gulf season ahead of schedule
Aroya Cruises has announced the early conclusion of its inaugural winter season in the Arabian Gulf, confirming that the remaining voyages scheduled...
March 9, 2026 - Cruise Industry
TUI River Cruises' fleet to expand with new ship TUI Elara in 2027
TUI River Cruises has announced plans to expand its European fleet with the addition of a 5th riverboat, scheduled to enter service in the summer of...
March 9, 2026 - Accidents
Celestyal Cruises cancels voyages as fleet returns from Arabian Gulf
Celestyal Cruises has cancelled two scheduled Iconic Arabia sailings later this month as it prepares to reposition vessels currently operating in the...
March 9, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Adora Cruises announces 2026 Cruise Carnival to expand China’s cruise market
Adora Cruises has announced plans for a month-long promotional campaign intended to broaden public awareness of cruise tourism in China. The...
March 8, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Palma plans reduction in cruise passenger capacity from 2027
Authorities in Palma de Mallorca have announced plans to reduce the number of cruise ship tourists permitted to visit the port city during the peak...
March 8, 2026