Ships Monthly July 2026

This issue ranges from dramatic modern events to fascinating maritime history, beginning with the escape of six cruise ships trapped in the Strait of Hormuz. Discover the post-war Cunarders Media and Flavia, Japan’s remote Ogasawara island lifeline and the specialised semi-submersible ships built to carry enormous loads. British maritime stories include HMS Adventure, the final days of traditional paddle tugs and a bridge visit aboard Stena Nordica. There is also shipping through Hurst Narrows, cruise callers on the Tyne and a varied portrait of Harwich. Plus, enjoy preservation updates, international fleet news, worldwide ship photography, readers’ letters and maritime book reviews.