#anchor-departure

[ follow ]
Boston
fromBoston.com
40 minutes ago

Crew member missing after falling from cruise ship near Cape Cod

A crew member of the Norwegian Breakaway went missing after falling overboard into Massachusetts waters, prompting a search by the Coast Guard.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Capture of ships by US, Iran violates international law, shipping body says

The US and Iran should release crews of captured vessels to uphold freedom of navigation and protect innocent seafarers.
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Germany news: Ships to head to Med for possible Hormuz role

To save time, we have decided to send some of the units to the Mediterranean ahead of schedule so as not to lose any time once we have the mandate.
Germany news
fromElite Traveler
2 days ago

How to Navigate a Yacht Show Like a Pro

"Yacht shows play a central role across the entire yachting ecosystem. They're not just for buyers, but for everyone involved in bringing a yacht or charter vacation to life."
Marketing
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 days ago

This Is the Biggest Mistake That Could Ruin Your Cruise Vacation, According to Experts

Travelers should arrive at their cruise port at least one day before departure to avoid missing the cruise due to flight issues.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

What is Europe's plan to secure the Strait of Hormuz?

European powers are forming a multinational naval mission to secure shipping in the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing conflicts.
#reproductive-rights
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago
UK news

Two Russian shadow fleet tankers spotted crossing British waters

The Independent provides critical reporting on various issues, including reproductive rights and climate change, without paywalls.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Russia's shadow fleet pass through UK waters after boarding threat

The Independent provides critical reporting on various issues, emphasizing the need for on-ground journalism and accessible news without paywalls.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

UK hosts positive talks on Strait of Hormuz mission: We can't let down our people'

The Independent provides crucial journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support reporting efforts.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

UK hosting countries for talks on Strait of Hormuz mission

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Two Russian shadow fleet tankers spotted crossing British waters

The Independent provides critical reporting on various issues, including reproductive rights and climate change, without paywalls.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Russia's shadow fleet pass through UK waters after boarding threat

The Independent provides critical reporting on various issues, emphasizing the need for on-ground journalism and accessible news without paywalls.
fromArs Technica
4 days ago

Crypto scam lures ships into Strait of Hormuz, falsely promising safe passage

The first warning of such a crypto scam came from the Greek maritime risk management company MARISKS on April 20, according to Reuters. The company alerted shipowners that scammers posing as Iranian authorities had sent messages to shipping companies asking for 'transit fee' payments in bitcoin or tether.
Cryptocurrency
Environment
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

Powerful states are trying to sabotage decarbonisation of shipping

Pacific Island states demand strong climate shipping agreements and oppose any dilution of the Net-Zero Framework.
Europe news
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago

Clean-up operation ongoing after oil spill at Dublin Port

A fuel oil leak at Dublin Port was contained, with minimal impact on the shipping channel and active management by response teams.
#iran
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 month ago
World news

Shipping Firms Quietly Pay Iran Millions to Navigate Hormuz Corridor

Iran is extracting transit fees from commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, reportedly up to $2 million per voyage.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago
World news

The Strait of Hormuz is open only for 'friendly' ships, Iran says - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Iran claims the Strait of Hormuz is open but warns enemy vessels will be denied passage, raising global energy crisis fears.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

How Iran raised Hormuz stakes by capturing ships

Iran's capture of foreign ships escalates tensions in the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing US-Iran naval confrontations.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Iran says non-hostile' ships can pass safely through Strait of Hormuz

Iran allows non-hostile ships to transit the Strait of Hormuz amid a significant decline in maritime traffic and ongoing US-Israel negotiations.
World news
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 month ago

Shipping Firms Quietly Pay Iran Millions to Navigate Hormuz Corridor

Iran is extracting transit fees from commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, reportedly up to $2 million per voyage.
#strait-of-hormuz
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

UN urges all parties' to respect navigation in Strait of Hormuz

UN Secretary-General calls for respect of navigation rights in the Strait of Hormuz amid US military blockade of Iranian maritime traffic.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

What do we know about sea mines in and around the Strait of Hormuz?

Naval mines can paralyze global trade psychologically without explosions, posing a significant threat to maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz.
France politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Europe looks to secure shipping in Strait of Hormuz

France and the UK are prepared to lead a mission to ensure navigation freedom in the Strait of Hormuz after a peace agreement is reached.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Shipping firms seek clarifications before crossing Hormuz

Shipping companies require clarifications on mine risks and Iranian conditions before navigating the Strait of Hormuz, despite its announced reopening.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

UN urges all parties' to respect navigation in Strait of Hormuz

UN Secretary-General calls for respect of navigation rights in the Strait of Hormuz amid US military blockade of Iranian maritime traffic.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

What do we know about sea mines in and around the Strait of Hormuz?

Naval mines can paralyze global trade psychologically without explosions, posing a significant threat to maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz.
World politics
fromFortune
1 week ago

With Hormuz under strain, a trade corridor built for resilience faces a real-world test | Fortune

IMEC is a multimodal system linking India, the Gulf, and Europe, enhancing resilience amid geopolitical tensions and infrastructure challenges.
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
5 days ago

Scammers Target Stranded Ships In Iran With Bitcoin Fees

Fraudsters are exploiting tensions in the Strait of Hormuz by demanding Bitcoin payments for fake safe passage claims to shipping firms.
#panama-canal
World news
fromFortune
2 days ago

Even as businesses spend $4 million to cross Panama Canal, they say 'it's safer and less expensive' than the Strait of Hormuz | Fortune

The Panama Canal is experiencing increased demand and higher costs due to rerouted shipping from the Iran conflict.
World news
fromFortune
2 days ago

Even as businesses spend $4 million to cross Panama Canal, they say 'it's safer and less expensive' than the Strait of Hormuz | Fortune

The Panama Canal is experiencing increased demand and higher costs due to rerouted shipping from the Iran conflict.
Business
fromQuartz
2 weeks ago

Diverse Offerings & Strategic Investments Aid OMC Amid Stiff Rivalry

Omnicom's diverse portfolio and strategic investments enhance operational efficiency and shareholder value, despite challenges from low liquidity and competition.
Fashion & style
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago

I Worked on a Cruise Ship for Years-Here Are the 10 Essentials to Pack Your Carry-on the Right Way

Packing essentials for a cruise include comfortable shoes and a portable charger for convenience and safety.
fromTechzine Global
2 weeks ago

AIDA Cruises deploys enterprise IT across floating cities

AIDA's approach to IT infrastructure prioritizes availability through redundancy, with each vessel operating two physically separated data centers in different fire zones to ensure critical services remain operational.
Digital life
World politics
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Trump risks confidence in U.S. role as guardian of global shipping | Fortune

Withdrawing US security from the Persian Gulf could disrupt global commerce and energy markets significantly.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

'Ship disaster victims deserve to have story told'

The sinking of the Princess Alice in 1878 resulted in over 700 deaths, yet remains largely forgotten despite its significance in maritime safety reforms.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 weeks ago

I've worked on cruise ships for years. Here are 6 things passengers should pack and 5 they shouldn't.

Protect yourself from the sun with headgear and lots of sunscreen. The sun can be very strong in some destinations, especially on Caribbean trips.
Travel
#shadow-fleet
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

The Broken System That Keeps Shipping Crews Stranded in the Strait of Hormuz

When the war broke out, we put a Warlike Operations Area Committee in place to address the protection of seafarers in the region. The organization has identified certain maritime routes in the region, including the Arabian Gulf, the Strait of Hormuz, and some parts of the Gulf of Oman as high-risk areas, encouraging ship owners to allow seafarers to terminate contracts if they choose not to operate in those zones.
World politics
Travel
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

How Cruise Tourism Supports Global Port Economies

Cruise tourism significantly boosts port city economies through various sectors like hospitality, logistics, and local businesses.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Dozens of containers lost, damaged while en route to Port of Long Beach, Coast Guard says

32 shipping containers fell overboard from the OOCL Sunflower during heavy North Pacific weather, with 57 additional containers damaged upon arrival at Long Beach port.
fromCalifornia Post
1 month ago

'Precarious' situation as damaged shipping containers arrive at Port of Long Beach

Aerial views showed multiple containers stacked and on the verge of dangerously teetering into the water, with many in uneven and awkward positions.
US news
Science
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Thousands of Chinese Ships Form Strange Shape in Ocean

Thousands of Chinese fishing vessels have formed unusually organized geometric formations in the East China Sea, raising concerns about potential military coordination and naval drills.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

The unseen strain on Bay Area's Vessel Traffic Service workers amid partial government shutdown

Vessel Traffic Service workers monitoring San Francisco Bay ships work without pay during the partial government shutdown, maintaining critical water safety operations invisibly to the public.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

India news: LPG tanker headed for Mumbai crosses Hormuz

The LPG tanker Green Sanvi has crossed the Strait of Hormuz, marking a significant event for India's energy supply amid ongoing disruptions.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

UAE ready to join maritime multinational force to reopen Strait of Hormuz

The UAE is advocating for a broad international coalition and is working with Bahrain on a proposed United Nations Security Council resolution to provide legal backing for the force.
World news
Pets
fromBBC News
1 month ago

Sly fox sneaks onto cargo ship in Southampton and arrives in New York

A fox unexpectedly traveled across the Atlantic Ocean aboard a ship docked in Southampton, England, and arrived at the Bronx Zoo in good health.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Russian captain found guilty in North Sea tanker collision

The Solong's captain, Vladimir Motin, was convicted of gross negligence manslaughter after his ship collided with the anchored Stena Immaculate, killing one sailor.
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
2 months ago

photographer captures cargo ships passing by on his ferry ride home

Counting Ships is a photography series by Pierfrancesco Celada that examines proximity, movement, and scale within a maritime landscape. The project captures a busy ferry route connecting an island to one of the most densely populated regions nearby. The crossing takes approximately 25 minutes and passes through one of the world's most active maritime trade corridors, where more than two hundred cargo ships transit daily.
Photography
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Fishing crews in the Atlantic keep accidentally dredging up chemical weapons

Recovered CWMs continue to pose worker and food safety risks. Because of ocean drift, storms, and offshore industries, sea-disposed CWMs locations are largely unknown and potentially far from their originally documented dump site. The three incidents exposed at least six crew members to mustard agent, which causes blistering chemical burns on skin and mucous membranes.
Miami Marlins
US news
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

A US Navy oiler ran hard aground after its captain urged a last-minute shortcut: 'Let's try to shoot the gap'

A US Navy fuel ship ran aground in September 2024 after the captain ordered a risky shortcut through restricted waters, causing over $20 million in damage due to poor decisions and failure to follow navigation procedures.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Wife of captain of oil tanker captured by US forces starts legal action to free him

We submit that Natia Dzadzama's husband, of Georgian nationality, was unlawfully detained and held by the US navy in Scotland since 7 January, on the marine vessel known as the Marinera and formerly known as Bella 1. The captain's wife is reasonably concerned about her husband's safety and security on the ship, and today we are seeking the intervention of the Scottish court of session in order to protect the legal rights of her husband.
Law
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

With relocation funding in question, future uncertain for historic Bay Area ship

The nonprofit group that owns it would like to move the SS Red Oak Victory near the visitor center of the Rosie the Riveter/World War II Home Front National Historical Park, where the cargo ship which has been transformed into a floating museum is likely to draw more visitors. But with a project price tag estimated between $16 million and $20 million and no guarantee of where that money will come from, Richmond councilmembers have decided not to spend the $300,000 needed to study
East Bay real estate
History
fromLos Angeles Times
7 years ago

Neighborhood Spotlight: Oil and the sea built Wilmington's future

Wilmington evolved from a Civil War military hub into a major port city, then declined after losing official port status to San Pedro in 1897 before being annexed by Los Angeles in 1909.
Environment
fromFast Company
2 months ago

This new tech turns cargo ship exhaust into limestone

Modular containers by Seabound capture up to 95% of ship exhaust CO2 using lime pellets that convert emissions into limestone.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

Bold new proposal would restore Brooklyn Marine Terminal to fully functional maritime hub

COLUMBIA STREET WATERFRONT DISTRICT - The City Club of New York trustee Tom Fox introduced on Tuesday a new to redevelop the 122-acre "all-maritime" proposal Brooklyn Marine Terminal situated on an industrial waterfront site stretching from Atlantic Avenue to Red Hook on the East River. Fox, co-founder of New York Water Taxi, the precursor to NYC Ferry Service, has numerous civic credits to his name, including spearheading the creation of the Brooklyn-Queens Greenway and co-founding the original Brooklyn Bridge Park Coalition.
New York City
Science
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

The navy veteran guiding cruises away from storms

A former Royal Navy meteorologist remotely monitors global weather to guide cruise ships, advising captains to avoid storms and ensure passenger safety and comfort.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Russian container ship captain jailed for six years over fatal North Sea collision

A captain received six years for gross negligent manslaughter after his ship collided with a stationary tanker, causing an explosion that killed one crewman.
France news
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

Some 60 French-owned or -flagged commercial ships blocked in Gulf

Approximately 60 vessels are trapped in the Persian Gulf unable to transit the Strait of Hormuz due to escalating Iran-US-Israel conflict, with crews sheltering in ports as Iranian forces close the strategic waterway.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Logistics giant DP World replaces chief named in Epstein files

Sulayem's lengthy tenure at the helm of the logistics giant came to an end in a firestorm of controversy over his links with the disgraced financier, after recently declassified documents showed the pair had exchanged messages for years before and after Epstein pleaded guilty in 2008 to soliciting a minor for prostitution. The friendly exchanges between the two include discussions about deals and also mention bin Sulayem visiting Epstein's private island while sharing contacts in business and politics.
Business
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Advocates push for major probe as US boat strikes in Latin America kill 157

The Inter-American Commission on Human Rights will hold its first hearing on alleged US extrajudicial killings during military strikes against suspected drug-smuggling boats in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific that began in September, with nearly 157 people killed and minimal public information released.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Russian cargo ship anchors over trans-Atlantic cables in Bristol Channel

The Sinegorsk, a Russian cargo ship, anchored near vital undersea telecom cables in the Bristol Channel, triggering coastguard and Royal Navy surveillance.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Maritime and port workers: how is the Middle East conflict affecting you?

Maritime traffic through the strait, the narrow channel linking the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman, has effectively been closed since strikes on Iran began. Some vessels have been diverted or delayed and ports and shipping companies are dealing with heightened security concerns and uncertainty.
World politics
#strait-of-hormuz-shipping
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Iran allowing more ships through Strait of Hormuz, data show

Vessel transits through the Strait of Hormuz have nearly doubled in recent days as Iran permits selective commercial shipping, primarily to Chinese, Indian, and Pakistani vessels, while traffic remains 95% below normal levels.
fromFortune
1 month ago
World news

Forget the U.S. Navy, the best protection for ships traveling through the Strait of Hormuz may be claiming to be a 'Chinese' or 'Muslim' vessel | Fortune

World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Iran allowing more ships through Strait of Hormuz, data show

Vessel transits through the Strait of Hormuz have nearly doubled in recent days as Iran permits selective commercial shipping, primarily to Chinese, Indian, and Pakistani vessels, while traffic remains 95% below normal levels.
fromFortune
1 month ago
World news

Forget the U.S. Navy, the best protection for ships traveling through the Strait of Hormuz may be claiming to be a 'Chinese' or 'Muslim' vessel | Fortune

fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Maersk halts operations at Oman port after drone strike widens Iran conflict disruption

The Port of Salalah, located on Oman's southern coast, is one of the region's most important maritime gateways and had been widely regarded as a relatively safe alternative for shipping companies seeking to avoid the escalating risks around the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea. The port sits at a critical intersection of global trade routes linking southeast Asia with Europe, Africa and the Americas.
World news
World news
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

Royal Navy aircraft carrier may need allies to protect it - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

HMS Prince of Wales has been placed on five-day deployment alert for potential Middle East operations amid escalating regional tensions, though the Royal Navy faces challenges assembling a full carrier strike group without allied support.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Shipping giant MSC facilitates trade from Israeli settlements through EU

MSC facilitated at least 957 shipments from Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank to the United States in 2025, using European ports.
[ Load more ]