Antarctica21’s new hybrid-electric Magellan Discoverer raises luxury tourism and sustainable cruising to a new level, backed by Chilean design and craftsmanship

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Steering issues with new Spirit of Tasmania ferries under investigation

11 Nov 2026by John Snyder

The Australian Transport Safety Bureau is investigating steering issues with two new ropax ferries recently put into service between across the Bass Strait

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Individual detained in suspected homicide on board MSC cruise ship

10 Nov 2026by John Snyder

A suspect has been taken into custody at the Port of Galveston, and the FBI is investigating a suspected murder on board the cruise ship MSC Seascape

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Explora III brings LNG power to MSC’s ultra-luxury ocean cruising brand

10 Nov 2026by John Snyder

The third ship in Explora Journeys’ six-vessel programme combines LNG dual-fuel propulsion, expanded guest spaces and bespoke hospitality as the luxury brand continues its fleet expansion

Shipbuilding & Design

Charting the course of a zero-emissions ferry service in New York Harbour

04 Nov 2026by John Snyder

Lessons from its prototype hydrogen fuel-cell-electric vessel in San Francisco are shaping Switch Maritime’s approach for a new zero-emissions commuter ferry for New York City

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Viking takes delivery of new European river cruise vessel as fleet expansion continues

04 Nov 2026by Riviera News

The 190-passenger Viking Haki has joined Viking’s European river fleet and will operate on Rhine, Main, and Danube itineraries as the cruise operator advances its growth plans

Shipbuilding & Design

Aranui Cruises’ new passenger-freighter is headed to French Polynesia

03 Nov 2026by Riviera News

Aranui Cruises’ new passenger-freighter cruise ship has departed China for French Polynesia ahead of its entry into service in the Austral Islands in 2027

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Grimaldi Group set for major orderbook boost with 11 new ships in China

02 Nov 2026by Georgios Georgiou

The Neapolitan Group has signed LOIs with two Chinese shipbuilders

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Washington State Ferries moves ahead with third hybrid-electric newbuild

30 Oct 2026by Riviera News

Washington State Ferries has moved ahead with a third 1,500-passenger, 160-vehicle, hybrid-electric ferry, expanding initial two-vessel newbuilding programme

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Booming LNG exports drive US tugboat fleet growth and owner investment campaigns

When it comes to new tugboat construction, LNG is attracting the greatest interest in many US states and one Canadian province

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ZESTAs Secretary-General: 'This is no longer about proving these technologies work. They work.'

22 Oct 2026by Madadh MacLaine

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Wood Mackenzie: can Canada capitalise on Asia's need for long-term, lower-carbon LNG?

21 Oct 2026by Riviera News

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Policy and insurance: automation does not make an autonomous ship

16 Oct 2026by Martyn Wingrove

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Ethanol momentum in maritime shifts from engines to economics

15 Oct 2026by John Snyder

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Veson Nautical: full restoration is unlikely before at least mid-2027

02 Oct 2026by Riviera News

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Ammonia: an emerging energy commodity that shipping shouldn’t ignore

08 Sep 2026by Martin Cartwright

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Why ports need to invest in dedicated electric tug charging

08 Sep 2026by Martyn Wingrove

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Are invasive species an emerging challenge for offshore wind?

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Maritime Regulations Webinar Week

16 Dec 2025

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On 16 December, Riviera will be holding a webinar on how to achieve IMO compliance while powering sustainable shipping practices.

This webinar delivers practical guidance on managing compliance ...

Floating energy: successfully unlocking stranded gas using FLNGs and FSRUs

24 Feb 2026

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Stranded gas represents untapped value and floating LNG and FSRUs offer the quickest way to monetise it. To capitalise on these opportunities, you must master both the technology behind floating gas ...

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