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.

Enchanted Princess to Host 2026 Solar Eclipse Cruise

Princess Cruises has added a third sailing to its 2026 Total Solar Eclipse series, announcing a 14-day cruise aboard the Enchanted Princess.

Mexico to Introduce $5 Cruise Passenger Tax in 2025

Starting in July 2025, cruise passengers arriving at Mexican ports will be subject to a new head tax, the Mexican government has announced.

Costa Fortuna to Exit Fleet in September 2026

Costa Cruises has confirmed that the Costa Fortuna, one of the oldest vessels in its fleet, will be departing in September 2026.

Freighter Carisma Collides with Two Cruise Ships in Cologne

On May 8, the inland freighter Carisma was involved in a collision with two Viking river cruise ships on the Rhine River in Cologne, Germany.

Anthem of the Seas Launches Inaugural Alaska Season

Royal Caribbean International’s cruise ship, Anthem of the Seas, is making its debut in Alaska, marking its first deployment in the region.

NCLH Opens Modern Medical Clinic for Filipino Crew

Norwegian Cruise Line has launched its own dedicated medical clinic in the Philippines, designed specifically to serve its Filipino crew members.

Engine Room Fire Erupts on Vollsøy Ferry, No Injuries

A fire broke out in the engine room of the passenger ferry Vollsøy on May 6. The blaze was quickly contained, and no injuries were reported.

Man Released on Bail After Cruise Ship Murder Inquiry

A man arrested in connection with a murder investigation on a cruise ship shortly after it left Southampton, UK, has been released on bail.

Spirit of Discovery Makes First-Ever Stop in Çeşme, Turkey

Saga Cruises’ Spirit of Discovery cruise ship recently made history by becoming the largest vessel to ever dock at the port of Çeşme in Turkey.

Princess Cruises Tightens Beverage Package Rules Fleetwide

Princess prepares to introduce rules for its onboard beverage packages, with the fleet set to enforce these updates for sailings departing on or after May 9.

Sky Princess Itinerary Switched to Eastern Caribbean Route

Princess Cruises has announced a full change to the itinerary for the Sky Princess sailing which is departing on December 28th, 2025.

Lost Cruise Passenger Wallet Swiftly Returned in Livorno

In Livorno, Italy, a wallet was discovered near the taxi area at Piazza Dante. Inside were an American driver’s license, two credit cards, and cash

FCN Adventure Refloated After Grounding in Norway

On Tuesday April 29th, a passenger vessel, the FCN Adventure, ran aground on a sandbank near Nordfjordeid in Vestland County, Norway.

Ørsted Sells 24.5% Stake in West of Duddon Sands Wind Farm

Ørsted has sold a 24.5% ownership stake in its 389MW West of Duddon Sands offshore wind farm to funds managed by Schroders Greencoat.

Cargo Ship Gem Star Towed After Engine Failure Off Portugal

A global firm specializing in marine and aviation claims reports a Panama-flagged cargo vessel experienced engine failure on April 26 off Portugal

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