Eve Church

Eve is part of the team at Maritime Bell and she works hard to bring you the latest, most up-to-date maritime industry news, including on topics such as commercial shipping, cruise ships, offshore oil and gas, regional shipping industry news, corporate maritime news and more.

PNSC Expands Fleet with $193 Million Tanker Acquisition

Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC) has approved the purchase of three secondhand oil tankers worth approximately $193 million.

Costa Serena To Serve As Floating Hotel for Asian Games

Costa Serena to serve as floating hotel during 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games in Japan, accommodating athletes and officials while in Nagoya Port.

Royal Caribbean Reroutes Liberty of The Seas to Canada

Royal Caribbean has modified the itinerary for the Liberty of the Seas so that the ship can avoid the projected path of Tropical Storm Jerry.

NCL to End Shipboard Drink Perks at Great Stirrup Cay

Norwegian Cruise Line has announced upcoming changes to its onboard beverage policy while at Great Stirrup Cay, beginning on March 1st, 2026.

One Missing After Fishing Boat Sinks in South China Sea

Vietnam Maritime Search and Rescue Coordination Center receive alert after collision in the South China Sea between cargo vessel and fishing boat

Crew Member Airlifted From Cruise Ship Near Santorini

A crew member was evacuated from a cruise ship off the coast of Santorini on October 6th, 2025, after suffering a severe medical emergency.

MSC Seascape Set for Texas Debut with Galveston Arrival

MSC Cruises announces the MSC Seascape is one month away from making its Texas debut, with the ship scheduled to arrive in Galveston on November 7.

Ferry Collides with Another Vessel and Pier in Istanbul

October 6, the Turkey-flagged ferry Okmeydani was involved in a collision with another ferry before crashing into the pier at Sirkeci, Istanbul.

Royal Caribbean Unveils Family Cruises on Legend of the Seas

Royal Caribbean reveals lineup of family-friendly cruises aboard Legend of the Seas, featuring enhanced dining and Broadway-caliber entertainment

Star Princess Crew Earns British Butler Certification

Princess Cruises unveils highly anticipated Sanctuary Collection aboard the Star Princess, blending luxury comfort with world-class hospitality.

Queen Elizabeth Begins Journey to PortMiami For Winter Season

Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth has set sail on a repositioning voyage from Seattle to PortMiami, marking the start of its first Caribbean winter season

Margaritaville at Sea to Homeport in Miami From 2027

PortMiami has announced that it will soon become the new homeport for Margaritaville at Sea, with operations beginning in early 2027.

Bulk Carrier Manitoulin Grounds in St. Lawrence River

On October 2nd, the Canadian-flagged self-discharging bulk carrier Manitoulin ran aground in the St. Lawrence River near Cardinal, Canada.

Greenpeace Blocks LNG Terminal in Zeebrugge Protest

October 1st, Greenpeace activists staged a blockade at Belgium’s LNG import terminal in Zeebrugge, targeting LNG imports from Russia and the US.

Carnival Brands Plan Mid-Life Refits Like AIDA Evolution

Several Carnival Corporation brands are preparing to launch mid-life ship refurbishment projects modeled after AIDA’s Evolution drydock initiative

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