New ship orders and the shipyards building them
Everything filed under the cruise industry in our cruises coverage, the 26 reports filed on it so far.
Cruise Ship Sides
Understanding port and starboard on a cruise ship. Cruise ships use port and starboard instead of left and right to avoid confusion.
Russian Expedition Ship Seized in Norway
Norway seized the Russian cruise ship *Professor Molchanov* in Svalbard to enforce a $4.22 billion arbitration award owed to Ukraine's Naftogaz.
SeaDream III to debut in July 2029
SeaDream Yacht Club will launch its first new ship in 25 years, SeaDream III, in July 2029. The 151-meter yacht will carry about 200 passengers on...
SeaDream III Debuts in 2029
SeaDream Yacht Club has announced its new 230-guest ship, SeaDream III, set to debut in July 2029. The vessel will sail a global deployment from Asia...
Nuuk Port Builds 350-Meter Cruise Dock
Greenland's Sikuki Nuuk Port is building a 350-meter dock extension to separate cruise ships from commercial vessels by 2028.
Carnival Breeze scrapes pier in Cozumel
The Carnival Breeze cruise ship scraped a pier while docking in Cozumel, Mexico, causing hull damage but no injuries. It continued its scheduled...
Cruise ship Wi-Fi fuels mobile slots at sea
Shipboard Wi-Fi lets passengers use sea days to play mobile casino games like online slots, which are now optimized for phones and tablets.
Carnival Reveals 2026 Loyalty Pin Designs
Carnival Cruise Line has unveiled the ship-specific pin designs for its new Carnival Rewards loyalty program, available to Platinum and Diamond...
MARAD Activates SUNY Maritime's Empire State
The U.S. Maritime Administration is activating the training ship Empire State VII for a federal mission lasting about 170 days, potentially removing...
Carnival Legend guest airlifted from Channel
A passenger was medically evacuated from Carnival Legend in the English Channel on August 29, 2026. The ship diverted slightly for the helicopter...
Panama Canal Congestion Diverts Gas Tankers
Congestion at the Panama Canal is forcing gas tankers into unusual operations, including a ship-to-ship transfer to enable a shuttle service and a...
Port of Houston's $986.9B Economic Impact
A new study by Martin Associates finds that cargo activity along the Houston Ship Channel generated nearly $987 billion in total annual economic...
Royal Caribbean seeks name for new ship dog
Royal Caribbean's CEO is asking cruisers to vote on a name for the female Chief Dog Officer for the new Icon-class ship Hero of the Seas, debuting in...
Panama Canal restrictions tighten capacity
New draft and transit limits at the Panama Canal are forcing container lines to carry less cargo per ship, with a record $5.3 million auction bid
Carnival Conquest Tries Late Hours at Guy’s
Carnival Cruise Line is testing extended operating hours for Guy’s Burger Joint aboard the Carnival Conquest. Brand ambassador John Heald said the...
Royal Caribbean asks guests to cancel cruise
Royal Caribbean is offering guests booked on the Voyager of the Seas September 4, 2026 Alaska cruise the option to transfer to 2027 sailings or...
Royal Caribbean Ship Delayed Two Days for Urgent Maintenance
Norwegian Aura Unveils New Culinary and Wellness Options
Norwegian Cruise Line's largest ship, Norwegian Aura, boasts an array of new dining and wellness experiences, including an expanded spa and the...
Disney Unveils Design Details for Upcoming Ship Disney Believe
Disney Cruise Line has revealed the design plans for its new ship, Disney Believe, including the Grand Hall and exterior artwork
Aroya Serves as Floating Hotel for Mediterranean Games
The Aroya cruise ship has arrived in Taranto, Italy, to serve as a floating hotel for the 20th edition of the Mediterranean Games.
Viking Reports Strong Second Quarter 2026 Financial Performance
Viking reported a 16.5% revenue increase in Q2 2026, driven by higher capacity and demand. Adjusted EBITDA rose 18.2%, and bookings for 2026 and 2027...
Explora III Makes Inaugural Visit to Southampton
The Explora III cruise ship has made its maiden call to Southampton, marking an important milestone for Explora Journeys in the UK
Greenland Recommends Limiting Cruise Ship Activities
The Government of Greenland has advised cruise ships to avoid sailing in some of its fjord areas, citing concerns from local residents about noise...
Disney Cruise Line Unveils New Ship Class
Disney Cruise Line has revealed the first details of its new ship class, set to be built at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Germany.