The Carolina Princess docked for the last time on November 11, 2025, ending its service and symbolizing struggles facing small fishing operations in the Southeast.

The Carolina Princess, a fishing vessel based in Morehead City, docked for the final time on November 11, 2025, marking the retirement of its captain and symbolizing broader challenges facing small-scale fishing operations in the Southeast, including aging crews, rising costs, and declining fish stocks. The event highlights shifting economic and demographic trends in coastal communities, though no specific details on the vessel’s future or crew were provided.