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American Cruise Lines names two U.S.-built riverboats

MarineLink reported on 18 August 2026 that American Cruise Lines has named two new U.S.-built riverboats: American Beauty, due to launch on the Mississippi in 2028, and American Rhapsody for the Columbia and Snake Rivers.

Vessel struck in Strait of Hormuz; crew member injured, engine room damaged

A vessel transiting outbound through the Strait of Hormuz was struck by an unknown projectile on 18 August 2026, suffering engine room damage and at least one crew injury, with the remaining crew assisted by the Omani Coast Guard, according to MarineLink's report of a UKMTO notification.

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