SSY to Acquire Grieg Shipbrokers in Major Expansion Move
United Kingdom based shipbroking group SSY has reached an agreement to acquire Grieg Shipbrokers, one of Scandinavia’s oldest brokerage firms.
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Costa Highlights 2026 Strategy at Global Summit in Barcelona
Costa Cruises held the second edition of the Costa Global Summit in Barcelona, with more than 2,500 attendees including partners and travel advisors
Container Ship Orita Towed After Engine Failure
Container vessel Orita experienced an engine breakdown while navigating the Çanakkale Strait on 9 December during a voyage from Aliağa to Kocaeli
Containers Lost Near Isle of Wight Cause Delays and Warnings
Sixteen shipping containers were lost from the cargo vessel Baltic Klipper near the Nab Tower lighthouse close to Bembridge, Isle of Wight, UK.
Bilfinger Offshore Workers Vote for Strike Over Pension Dispute
The UK offshore industry may face significant disruption after more than 400 Unite members employed by Bilfinger UK voted in favor of strike action
OranjeWind Project to Add 66 Artificial Reef Cubes in North Sea
RWE and TotalEnergies sign agreement with UK-based ARC Marine to supply 66 reef cubes for the OranjeWind offshore wind farm in the Dutch North Sea.
French Senate Approves New €15 Cruise Passenger Tax
The French Senate has passed a new measure that would introduce a nationwide tax on cruise operations, according to a report from Le Figaro.
Stockholm Expects 157 Cruise Calls and 300,000 Guests in 2026
Ports of Stockholm has announced continued growth in cruise traffic, forecasting 157 ship calls and approximately 300,000 passengers for 2026.
Harbour Energy Plans Further Job Cuts Amid Tax Pressure
Harbour Energy prepares to eliminate roughly 100 offshore jobs in the North Sea as the extended windfall tax continues to limit investment.
UK Storage Firm Builds Giant Advent Calendar From Containers
The UK’s Cuboid Self Storage has constructed what it says is the world’s largest advent calendar - made entirely from shipping containers.
AIDAprima Launches AIDA’s First Winter Season From Kiel
AIDAprima’s inaugural sailing to Northern Europe’s holiday markets has officially begun the company’s first winter season operating out of Kiel.
Ponant Unveils Luxury Arts & Crafts Voyage Celebrating Italy
Ponant Exploration introduces themed cruise centered on Italian arts and craftsmanship, created in partnership with Gucci, Bottega Veneta and more
Rotterdam Plans New Offshore Wind Terminal for 2029 Launch
The Port of Rotterdam Authority has revealed plans to develop a new 450,000 sq m terminal with direct nautical access for offshore wind activities
Greenock Cruise Port Celebrates Record Breaking Season
Greenock Cruise Port in Scotland, in the United Kingdom has wrapped up its most successful season ever, according to a recent press release.
Denmark Opens New Tenders for Offshore Wind Expansion
Danish authorities have released tenders for three designated zones that will allow the development of at least 2.8GW of offshore wind capacity.
Passenger Arrested in Germany Before Boarding Queen Mary 2
Police in Germany detained a woman on Monday after an exit check at the Bremerhaven container terminal revealed an outstanding arrest warrant.
Barcelona to Cut Cruise Arrivals Under New Port Plan
Barcelona is preparing to scale back the number of cruise passengers arriving at the city starting in 2027 according to a report by Catalan News.
UK Imposes New Sanctions on Russian LNG Exports
UK government unveils broad package of maritime sanctions aimed at restricting Russia’s LNG exports, marking another significant hit to Moscow.
CMA CGM to Acquire 20% Stake in Hamburg Terminal
CMA CGM Group is to strengthen its European port network through the planned acquisition of a 20% stake in Eurogate Container Terminal Hamburg.
Hurtigruten Launches New Sami-Inspired Menu at Sea
Hurtigruten has unveiled a new Sami-inspired menu created by Culinary Ambassador Maret Ravdna Buljo, which is now being served across its fleet.