Unsplash/Joseph Barrientos News, Ferry | 20 January 2026 Interferry demands ‘immediate halt’ on EU Emissions Trading System The association says a pause should be in place until the funds collected are ring-fenced for maritime decarbonisation
Azamara Cruises News, Building and refurbishment | 19 January 2026 Azamara Cruises to carry out fleet-wide refurbishment programme The Azamara Forward project will introduce ship-wide upgrades, reimagined dining and bar venues and new suites
Heraklion Port Authority News, Ports and Destinations | 19 January 2026 Heraklion’s port and airport partner to improve homeporting offer for cruise lines The two organisations aim to deliver a reliable, efficient and competitive services and collaborate with international cruise lines
Emerald Cruises & Tours News, Building and refurbishment | 16 January 2026 Emerald Cruises’ new super yacht successfully completes sea trials Emerald Kaia will now undergo final outfitting ahead of its debut in Cyprus in April 2026
Facebook/Windstar Cruises News, Cruise | 16 January 2026 Windstar Cruises christens Star Seeker in Miami The 224-guest ship will spend 2026 sailing itineraries in the Caribbean, Alaska, Japan and Southeast Asia
CMAL News, Ferry | 16 January 2026 CMAL takes delivery of Isle of Islay in Turkey The ferry, the first of four to be built by Cemre Marin Endustri, will operate between the Hebridean islands of Islay and Jura once in service later in 2026
Silversea News, Building and refurbishment | 16 January 2026 Silversea completes Silver Muse refurbishment with debut of S.A.L.T. culinary programme The S.A.L.T. Kitchen and S.A.L.T. Bar have been introduced to the ship alongside new suite categories and updates to public spaces
De Wave Group News, Marine Interiors | 15 January 2026 De Wave Group acquires catering design and services company DL Services Marine outfitting contractor makes 10th acquisition in five years to continue growth strategy
FarSounder News, Marine operations | 15 January 2026 FarSounder secures state funding to develop AI-powered sonar technology Manufacturing Innovation Voucher provided by Rhode Island Commerce Corporation will allow company to build on concept
European Cruise Service /Cory Brothers News, Marine operations | 14 January 2026 European Cruise Service partners with Cory Brothers to improve port services across UK and Ireland The two firms will collaborate to meet the needs of the cruise industry by providing comprehensive operations at a number of ports
Ponant Explorations Group News, Itinerary planning | 14 January 2026 Ponant expands presence in French Polynesia for 2026-2026 cruise season Paul Gauguin and Le Jacques Cartier will operate exploration-focused itineraries to lesser-visited archipelagos
Galveston Wharves/Robert John Mihovil News, Ports and Destinations | 14 January 2026 Port of Galveston receives $8.18 million for mobility improvements Funding from state and federal government is aimed at allowing cruise guests and other visitors to move around the port more easily and safely
C.K. Man Photography News, Ports and Destinations | 13 January 2026 The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s Luminara makes maiden call to Hong Kong In 2025 the Asian port recorded a 26 per cent increase in total cruise passenger volume year-on-year
BC Ferries News, Ferry | 12 January 2026 ABB to supply power, propulsion and control technology for new BC Ferries vessels It is hoped the four new hybrid-electric ferries will enable quieter and cleaner operations in the Strait of Georgia in western Canada
Atlânticoline/Carus News, Ferry | 12 January 2026 Atlânticoline chooses Carus to implement new digital system for ferry passengers The new system will enable resident validation for reduced travel rates as well as digitally signed invoices for every ticket
MXP News, Marine operations | 09 January 2026 MXP introduces AI-powered guest recommendation tool The system has been designed to provide targeted recommendations to increase guest satisfaction and revenue
Royal Caribbean International News, Ports and Destinations | 08 January 2026 PortMiami and Miami-Dade County to break ground on Cruise Terminal G The terminal will be capable of accommodating ships with up to 7,000 passengers
Royal Caribbean International News, Ports and Destinations | 08 January 2026 Royal Caribbean opens Royal Beach Club Paradise Island in Nassau The all-inclusive shore experience offers beaches, pools and dining venues for Royal Caribbean guests
Oceania Cruises News, Cruise | 08 January 2026 Oceania Cruises to introduce adults-only policy for new bookings Change motivated by research and customer feedback, says cruise line
Stena RoRo News, Ferry | 07 January 2026 Marine Atlantic charters Stena RoRo ferry for five years The Canadian operator will modify A Nepita before it begins service in Autumn 2026
Princess Cruises News, Itinerary planning | 07 January 2026 Princess Cruises to expand Northern Europe programme for 2027 Four ships will sail 48 voyages to 54 destinations across 18 countries in the region
Oceania Cruises News, Onboard experience | 07 January 2026 Oceania Cruises to expand suite offering onboard Oceania Sonata Suites will account for 33 per cent of total accommodations, including new Horizon Suite category
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises News, Cruise | 03 November 2026 Uniworld to sail eight new itineraries and launch three new ships in 2028
Swan Hellenic Feature, Itinerary planning | 04 November 2026 How do cruise lines find unique ports of call?
ABB News, Marine operations | 30 October 2026 ABB to supply hybrid-electric systems for third Washington State Ferries vessel
Interferry Report, Ferry | 13 October 2026 Interferry2026 special: A golden anniversary for the ferry industry
madygood News, Ports and Destinations | 14 October 2026 Marseille Provence Croisière celebrates 30 years of cruise growth
Princess Cruises News, Building and refurbishment | 02 November 2026 Royal Princess now features Sanctuary Collection and O’Malley’s Irish Pub following refurbishment
Seafy News, Marine operations | 13 October 2026 Seafy launches onboard push-to-talk solution for crew members
Costa Cruises Interview, Itinerary planning | 03 November 2026 Costa Cruises’ Davide Truscello on balancing guest appeal, operations and sustainability in itinerary planning