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Authorities have launched an investigation following the death of a woman aboard a Carnival Cruise Line ship off the coast of California earlier this week.

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has revealed the scale of disruption unfolding across global shipping, with around 3,200 vessels and nearly 20,000 seafarers currently stranded west of the Strait of Hormuz.

We’re excited to announce a brand-new feature on ShipXplorer: Oil Rigs Overlay! Now, you can easily visualize the locations of oil rigs across the globe directly on the map, making your maritime tracking and exploration even more informative.

Tensions flared once again in the disputed South China Sea on Sunday (Oct 12), after the Philippines accused a Chinese ship of deliberately ramming one of its government vessels near Thitu Island, part of the contested Spratly Islands.

Two standout features that capture the attention of our community are the "Most Viewed Vessels" and "Multi-Select" functionalities. Let’s dive into what makes these features must-haves for ship enthusiasts and maritime professionals.