On October 25, 2026, the cruise ship Mein Schiff 3 collided with two container vessels while departing Bremerhaven, Germany. The collision damaged lifeboats, their launching equipment, and sections of the ship’s hull. There were 2,428 passengers and 922 crew members onboard at the time, with no reported injuries.
Canceled Cruises and Itinerary Impact
TUI Cruises canceled the initial 20-day Canary Islands cruise that had been scheduled to depart Bremerhaven on October 26, 2026, following the incident. A second sailing, a 14-night Norway cruise planned to depart from Bremerhaven on November 14 and return on November 28, 2026, was also canceled due to extended repair requirements.
Repair Status at Lloyd Werft Shipyard
Mein Schiff 3 has been docked at the Lloyd Werft shipyard in Bremerhaven since November 1, 2026. The ship is undergoing damage assessment and repair work related to the collision. The repair process has taken longer than initially expected, prompting the second cancellation.
Official Statements and Safety Priority
TUI Cruises has emphasized the need to complete the repairs thoroughly before resuming operations, prioritizing the safety of passengers and crew. The company anticipates Mein Schiff 3 could return to service by November 28, 2026, conditional on the completion of all necessary repair work.
Passengers and travel partners affected by the cancellations will be informed promptly if
any further schedule modifications become necessary.
Travel and Market Impact
The cancellations affect only the Mein Schiff 3 vessel and two scheduled cruise voyages, without impacting the broader TUI Cruises fleet. TUI stock traded at 7.65 euros on Lang & Schwarz on November 9, 2026, reflecting a 1.06 percent increase over the Xetra closing price on November 6 as investors processed the operational impact.
The November 28, 2026 date remains the key marker for Mein Schiff 3’s potential resumption of service, pending repair completion.
