Rescue Underway After Tanker & Containership Collision in UK
A large-scale rescue operation is in progress in the North Sea after a product tanker and containership collided and caught fire off the UK coast
Europe
Majestic Princess Returns to Europe After Eight-Year Absence
Originally built in Italy, the Majestic Princess has made its way back to Europe after spending eight years sailing in other parts of the world.
Cargo Ship Drifts Off Norwegian Coast After Power Loss
On 4th March, a maritime incident occurred northwest of Tromsø when cargo ship Errikos suffered a power failure, leaving it without propulsion.
Baltic Vessels Linked to Increased GPS Interference
A study conducted by Polish researchers suggests that moving vessels in the Baltic Sea are behind a surge in GPS disruptions throughout the region
H&S Wisdom Grounded in Humber Estuary
A vessel flying the Netherlands flag, H&S Wisdom, ran aground on 2nd March off the coast of Brough in the Humber Estuary near Welton, England.
Barcelona Bus Crash Injures Cruise Passengers, Four Critical
A bus collision in Barcelona on Monday resulted in at least 53 injuries, with four people in critical condition, many of them cruise passengers.
Finnish Authorities Release Detained Vessel Eagle S
Finnish officials announce release of the Eagle S which had been held since December under suspicion of causing damage to Estlink 2 undersea cable
Missile Strike at Odesa Port Damages Two Vessels
On 1st March a Russian ballistic missile attack on the Port of Odesa resulted in damage to two commercial vessels and injured two port workers.
Cargo Vessel Collision at Gemlik Port, Turkey
On 27th February, a maritime mishap unfolded at Gemlik Port in Turkey when two general cargo vessels, Friends RS 1 and Jessica BB, collided.
BP Shifts Focus: More Oil & Gas, Less Renewables
UK-based energy titan BP reveals plans to reduce its spending on renewable energy, opting instead to boost investment in oil and gas production.
Bulk Carrier Thor Monadic Catches Fire in Turkey
Turkish local news sources reported that a fire broke out on the bulk carrier Thor Monadic early on 27th February in Adana’s Yumurtalık district.
Allure of the Seas: Refit and Mediterranean Season Ahead
The Allure of the Seas arrived in Europe last weekend, setting the stage for a drydock refurbishment and a summer deployment in the Mediterranean
Skuld Marine Fuels Integrate Cashew Nutshell Liquid Biofuel
With decarbonization rules already enforced in the EU/EEA, authorities are now honing in on greenhouse gas emissions from ships in European waters
UK Targets 40 More Russian Oil Ships in New Sanctions
The United Kingdom is set to enforce another round of sanctions on Russia’s oil trade by targeting an additional 40 vessels.
New Trieste Port to Become Hungary's Gateway to the Sea
Trieste to become Hungary’s main port as construction begins on 30-hectare site acquired by Hungarian government with completion anticipated by 2028
Swedish Investigation into Baltic Cable Sabotage
Swedish authorities are probing a new suspected act of sabotage involving an undersea telecom cable in the Baltic Sea.
Windstar Cruises Lands Exclusive Partnership with O2 Arena
London’s O2 Arena has revealed a new sponsorship deal by partnering exclusively with the upscale cruise line, Windstar Cruises.
Fire Breaks Out on Cargo Ship in English Channel, Crew Safe
A fire broke out on the Grande Brasile, a Grimaldi cargo vessel, while it was transiting the English Channel on February 18th.
Santorini Bans Cruise Ships Amid Seismic Activity Concerns
The Greek Ministry of Shipping and Insular Policy has banned cruise ships from approaching Santorini due to the ongoing seismic activity.
Cause Still Unknown in Seajewel Oil Tanker Explosion
The cause behind the explosion on the oil tanker Seajewel on February 14th remains unknown, despite authorities launching an investigation.