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  • MV Hondius in ice-filled waters
    19

    Hantavirus Outbreak On Luxury Antarctic Cruise Kills 3, Strands Nearly 150 Without Aid

    A 70-year-old Dutch man died on the Hondius on April 11. Things would quickly escalate into a public health matter.

    By Ryan Erik King 15 hours ago Read More
  • Amazon founder Jeff Bezos' 417-foot megayacht at sea.
    64

    Bezos Is Ditching His Record-Breaking Mega Yacht Because It's Just Too Big

    Trying to find another mega-wealthy person who wants a second-hand ship you can't even park in the best party spots in truly a top .01% problem.

    By Lalita Chemello 2 days ago Read More
  • Laura Mabel Francatelli's cork-filled canvas life jacket from the Titanic
    21

    Titanic Life Jacket Sells For Over $900,000 At Auction

    How much would you pay to own a piece of memorabilia from a historical tragedy?

    By Ryan Erik King 15 days ago Read More
  • The Star of the Seas cruise ship docked.
    12

    The Strategy Behind Cruise Ships' Multiple Diesel Engines Is Unexpectedly Fascinating

    Cruise ships make use of a wide array of diesel engines. It might seem like overkill, but their presence is quite important for crew and passengers alike.

    By Nico DeMattia 18 days ago Read More
  • Medium displacement unmanned surface vessel Sea Hunter sails in formation during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, July 28.
    21

    Global Starlink Outage Tanked U.S. Navy Drone Boat Test

    The incident highlights how reliance on a single system could threaten our military capabilities, especially when that system could be shut down by Elon Musk.

    By Ryan Erik King 19 days ago Read More
  • Rear 3/4 view of an oil tanker in the Persian Gulf
    30

    U.S.-Iran War Is Stranding Sailors In The Strait Of Hormuz

    Around 2,000 ships are stranded in the Persian Gulf, according to the United Nations, with over 20,000 civilians on them.

    By Justin Hughes 1 month ago Read More
  • Aerial view of a cruise ship
    14

    Why Do Most Cruise Ships Have Diesel Engines?

    You've probably heard about pollution from cruise ships' engines, but why do they usually run on diesel, and how are they cleaning up their act?

    By Kiran Menon 1 month ago Read More
  • A jet drive boat being navigated across the water
    17

    What Are The Biggest Differences Between Jet Drive And Sterndrive Boat Engines?

    Jet drive and sterndrive engines differ in more than just how they're propelled. Each has strengths and weaknesses that make it better for specific scenarios.

    By Shane Schmid 1 month ago Read More
  • French nuclear aircraft carrier Charles De Gaulle leaves the naval base February 4, 2003 in Toulon, France.
    28

    Naval Officer Leaks Aircraft Carrier Location On Strava With Deck Runs

    The 4.5-mile run around one of the carrier decks stands out as a jagged line in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea.

    By Ryan Erik King 2 months ago Read More
  • A ship sinking after being struck by missiles with U.S. Navy ship in the background
    11

    Why Does The US Navy Sink Its Unwanted Ships On Purpose?

    The U.S. Navy will occasionally sink its own old, unwanted ships, but it's an expensive business, so why would it want to do a thing like that?

    By Shane Schmid 2 months ago Read More
  • A man at the helm of a boat at sunset, surrounded by a golden sky, wispy clouds, and deep blue water.
    6

    Marine Vs. Automotive Spark Plugs: What's The Difference?

    The spark plug in your car and a spark plug on a boat have the same job, but perform it in very different environments. Here's how marine spark plugs stay dry.

    By Peter Nelson 2 months ago Read More
  • Battleship USS Missouri seen from from port side view berthed in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii
    15

    8 US WWII Battleships That Are Now Museums

    From heroic service in World War II to operations in the Middle East, these vessels fought across the world and are now anchored as permanent museums.

    By Michael Sullivan 2 months ago Read More
  • An example of a boat engine alternator
    12

    Here's How Marine Alternators Are Different From The One In Your Car

    An engine is an engine and an alternator is an alternator, right? But not when they're operating in completely different environments like a boat and a car.

    By Shane Schmid 3 months ago Read More
  • Diesel submarine in the bay.
    18

    Diesel Engines Need Air, Submarines Run Underwater, So How Do Diesel Submarines Work?

    If diesel engines need air for combustion, then how can submarines use them? Here's what you need to know about the clever engineering behind diesel subs.

    By Rohaan Sakrani 3 months ago Read More
  • A US Navy warship fires shots at a target.
    8

    These Plastic Navy Boats Are Designed To Be Sunk For Target Practice

    If you’re ever out at sea and come across a brightly colored plastic boat riddled with bullet holes, chances are it was used by the Navy for target practice.

    By Shane Schmid 3 months ago Read More
  • Skarva Shipping Solutions ammonia-powered timber transport cargo ship
    22

    This Cargo Ship Will Be The First To Run On An Ammonia Engine

    Skarv says the ship will be optimized for lower speeds, so don't expect ammonia-powered ships to cross oceans just yet.

    By Collin Woodard 3 months ago Read More
  • A luxury yacht speeding through the ocean under a partly cloudy sky.
    10

    9 Of The World's Fastest Superyachts And Their Top Speeds

    Rough waters can hamper a boat's ability to go as fast as it possibly can. Even so, some of the world's fastest superyachts can achieve some impressive speeds.

    By Taylor Ramey 3 months ago Read More
  • Solar-powered boat
    35

    Man Spends 200 Days Building Solar-Powered Yacht That Can Travel Forever Without Fuel

    After a few months on the water, it's safe to say this boat is functional, and according to Lukas, it has infinite range.

    By Brad Brownell 3 months ago Read More
  • Boats docked at a marina
    31

    This Is What Our Readers Would Name Their Big Boats If They Could Afford One

    Jalopnik may mainly be known as a car blog, but we love all sorts of other things that move, too.

    By Collin Woodard 3 months ago Read More
  • Close-up shot of the SS United States' bow in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    46

    The Massive Engines That Made The SS United States The Fastest Ocean Liner In History

    The SS United States is the fastest ocean liner in the world, but what kind of mighty powerplants gave the huge ship such immense grunt?

    By Chloe Clougher 4 months ago Read More
  • Larry Ellison
    41

    Larry Ellison Had To Change The Name Of One Of His Yachts After Finding Out It Spelled 'I'm A Nazi' Backward

    Don't you just hate it when that happens?

    By Collin Woodard 4 months ago Read More
  • USS Essex leaving port in San Diego, California traveling under the Coronado Bay Bridge as it heads out to sea.
    57

    Former U.S. Navy Sailor Sentenced To 16 Years In Prison For Selling Ship Info To China For Just $12,000

    How much money would it take for you to hand over military secrets to a foreign country?

    By Ryan Erik King 4 months ago Read More
  • An AMC 360 V8 marine engine with a two-barrel carburetor and air scoop next to padded white seats in a boat
    34

    Marine Vs Automotive Engines: The Main Differences

    Think engines are all much the same? Think again. We dive into the differences between the marine motors in boats and the powerplants used in cars.

    By Paul Stadden 4 months ago Read More
  • A C4 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 parked in front of a waterfall feature.
    12

    How Mercury Marine Went From Building Outboard Motors To Corvette ZR-1 V8s

    Mercury Marine had never built anything but boat motors when Chevy turned to it for the ZR-1's new V8. But it had a long, rich history in its field.

    By Ron King 4 months ago Read More
  • a homemade house boat sails on the blue waters of the St. Claire river
    67

    Man Attempting To Sail Homemade Houseboat Through Great Lakes In Winter May Have Not Thought This Whole Thing Through

    Just the thought of sailing the Great Lakes amid winter storms brings a new meaning to poop deck.

    By Erin Marquis 5 months ago Read More
  • Jeju, South Korea - June 12 2025: Queen Jenuvia Ferry(from Mokpo Port to Jeju Port) sign on the deck.
    1

    Texting While Driving Still Makes You Crash, Even In A Ferry

    The ferry's first mate was simply on his phone behind the wheel, according to reports, and ran astray of his intended course.

    By Amber DaSilva 6 months ago Read More
  • Aerial photo shows Icon of the Seas departing Miami..
    11

    What Happens To Massive Cruise Ships At The End Of Their Lifespan?

    Ever wondered where cruise ships go to die? The process involves dangerous labor and environmental risks, but some ships are transformed rather than torn apart.

    By Charles Krome 6 months ago Read More
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