Norwegian Star Adrift in Hudson River: Power Failure Strikes NCL’s Cruise Ship

On July 12, 2025, the Norwegian Star, a cruise ship belonging to Norwegian Cruise Line, encountered a power failure shortly after setting sail from New York City’s Manhattan Terminal. The vessel was carrying 2,348 passengers on a 14-night transatlantic voyage scheduled to stop in Halifax, Canada, and Reykjavík, Iceland.

After losing power, the ship drifted in the Hudson River between the Intrepid Museum and the New Jersey shoreline, necessitating assistance from tugboats. Passengers faced uncomfortable conditions, as the outage affected propulsion, air conditioning, lighting, and water services during the hot summer weather.

Fortunately, within a few hours, the crew managed to tow the ship back to Manhattan’s Pier 88 for inspections and repairs. Following the United States Coast Guard’s clearance, the Norwegian Star resumed its voyage at around 00:30 on July 13. The ship is planned to maintain its itinerary, including port calls in Sydney, Prince Edward Island, Nuuk, Paamiut, Ísafjordur, Akureyri, and Grundarfjordur, ultimately reaching Reykjavík on July 26.

This incident highlights a continuing issue with Norwegian Star, which has a history of propulsion and power system failures since its launch in 2001. The exact cause of the recent power failure has yet to be confirmed. However, the crew and Norwegian Cruise Line have taken measures to manage the situation and reassure passengers.

For further incidents related to the Norwegian Star, additional details can be found on its CruiseMinus page.

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