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.

Vessel Nazan Blocks Bosphorus After Rudder Failure

A 4,607 dwt vessel, Nazan, en route from Novorossiysk, experienced a rudder failure while navigating the Bosphorus Strait on November 17.

San Diego Welcomes 32 Million Visitors in Record Year

San Diego Tourism Authority reports the city received 32 million visitors during fiscal year 2024; an increase of 2M compared to previous year.

MSC Foundation Supports New Study on Coral Extinction Risks

The MSC Foundation is supporting groundbreaking research from the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List.

Disney Treasure Rescues Family from Sinking Catamaran

The Disney Treasure cruise ship rescued four individuals, all a part of a family, from a sinking catamaran off Bermuda’s coast on Sunday.

Shell Sells Stake in Philippine Offshore Wind Project

Shell has divested its 40% stake in the Tablas offshore wind project in the Philippines, selling it to local renewable energy firm Alternergy.

Carnival Announces Expanded 2026-27 Sailings From NYC, LA

Carnival unveils additional 2026-27 itineraries from NYC on the Carnival Venezia and Long Beach departures on the Carnival Firenze and Radiance.

IMO to Discuss Creation of New North Atlantic Emissions Area

IMO expected to consider the establishment of new emissions control area during next year's Marine Environment Protection Committee meeting.

Port of Funchal Welcomes Three Cruise Ships in One Day

On Friday the Port of Funchal hosted a trio of cruise ships, including the Explora II making its debut, along with the Costa Pacifica & MSC Poesia

Port of Auckland Prepares for Busy Cruise Season Ahead

Port of Auckland is set for a bustling cruise season, expecting over 100 ship visits and an estimated 230,000 passengers between October & April.

Crew of Dutch Vessel Vox Maxima Charged Over Major Oil Spill

Four crew members from a Dutch-flagged ship face charges following a significant oil spill that took place in Singapore earlier this year.

Holland America's Volendam Celebrates 25 Years of Service

Holland America Line’s Volendam recently marked 25 years in service, having been delivered to the cruise line on October 25, 1999.

Mein Schiff 7 Begins Maiden Winter Season in the Canaries

The newly launched Mein Schiff 7 recently docked in Las Palmas, marking the start of its maiden season in the Canary Islands and the Atlantic.

Carnival Transforms Sydney Terminal for Halloween Festivities

Carnival kicked off Halloween by turning Sydney’s Overseas Passenger Terminal into a spooky haunted mansion, hosting a Trick or Treat event.

Cargo Ship Fire Claims Two Lives, 23 Rescued in Turkey

October 31, fire erupts in engine room of general cargo ship, FG Sevil. Rescue teams put out the blaze but two crew members lost their lives.

Princess Cruises Cancels Second Regal Princess Voyage

Princess Cruises has announced a second cancellation for the Regal Princess, citing the need for ongoing technical repairs on the 2014-built ship

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