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June 15, 2026
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Newbuild of the Week
MSC World Atlantic
MSC World Atlantic
MSC Cruises
On Order
GRT
215 863
Guests
5 240
Cabins
2 614
Crew
2 138
Length
333m
Delivered
2027

MSC World Atlantic is the fourth World-class ship for MSC Cruises, being built at Chantiers de l'Atlantique in France. She is expected to homeport in Port Canaveral, Florida, sailing seven-night Caribbean itineraries including MSC's private island Ocean Cay.

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On This Day

On this day in 2017, the Norwegian Joy departed Shanghai on her maiden cruise, the first NCL ship designed for the Chinese market.

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General Shipping

Pacific Island Countries Formalize a Clean Shipping Pact

Pacific Island Countries Formalize a Clean Shipping Pact. Maritime Executive

Pacific Islands Forge Clean Shipping Pact

Pacific Island nations have formalized a regional shipping agreement aimed at accelerating the clean energy transition across maritime operations in the region, according to Maritime Executive. The pact represents a coordinated policy move by small island developing states, which are among the most exposed to both climate impacts and the operational costs of fossil-fuel-dependent shipping links. Details on financing mechanisms and implementation timelines were not immediately available, but the formalization of the agreement marks a concrete step beyond prior declarations of intent.

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