Carnival Cruise Ships Collide in Cozumel, Mexico; Six Minor Injuries Reported.
On march 20, 2025 a significant maritime incident occurred at the port of Cozumel, Mexico, involving two Carnival Cruise Line vessels—the Carnival Glory and the Carnival Legend. At approximately 8:50 a.m., while maneuvering to dock, the Carnival Glory collided with the stationary Carnival Legend, resulting in notable structural damage to both ships.
Eyewitness footage captured the aftermath, showing a portion of the Carnival Glory’s deck crushed due to the impact. Carnival Cruise Line officials reported that six guests presented themselves to the Carnival Glory’s medical center for evaluation of minor injuries sustained during the incident.
that spontaneous wind gusts and strong currents may have contributed to the collision. A formal investigation is underway to confirm the exact cause. Despite the damages, both vessels were deemed seaworthy, and their itineraries remained largely unaffected. Passengers were advised to continue their planned activities ashore in Cozumel.
guests, Carnival Glory’s Captain Pero Grubjesic apologized for the disruption and announced a compensation of $100 onboard credit per stateroom. The ship departed Cozumel later that evening, continuing its scheduled journey back to New Orleans.
faced during docking maneuvers, especially under adverse weather conditions, and highlights the importance of stringent safety protocols to ensure passenger and crew well-being.