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.

Greece to Impose €20 Port Tax on Cruise Passengers in Summer

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis unveils plans to implement a new €20 port tax for each cruise passenger disembarking on popular islands.

Several Gran Canaria Beaches Closed Following Oil Spill

Spanish authorities have shut down multiple beaches on the island of Gran Canaria following an oil spill incident on September 4th.

Variety Cruises Unveils New Discounts for 2024 Tahiti Voyages

Variety Cruises has announced a special promotion for its 2024 Tahiti cruises, offering significant savings to travelers.

Minor Collision Between Two Bulk Carriers at Chittagong Port

Bangladeshi national news outlets have reported a minor collision between two bulk carriers at the outer anchorage of Chittagong Port.

Holland America Line Revamps Pinnacle Grill Menu

Holland America Line is revamping the menu at its Pinnacle Grill to feature regional dishes and flavors alongside its classic Prime steaks.

U.S. Dockworkers Threaten Strike Amid Stalled Negotiations

Tensions are rising as dockworkers on the United State's East and Gulf Coasts are threatening to prepare for possible strike action.

Carnival to Deploy Miracle & Spirit in Alaska for Summer '26

Carnival Cruise Line has announced that it will be sending the Carnival Miracle and Carnival Spirit to Alaska during the summer of 2026.

Tugboat Oshio Sinks at Singapore Port: One Crew Member Dead

On September 4, at approximately 2:15 PM local time, a tugboat, Oshio, went down in Singapore's Eastern Anchorage, within the port limits.

MSC Containership Loses 46 Containers Amid Rough Weather

The South African Maritime Safety Authority said 46 containers were lost overboard from the containership MSC Antonia due to severe weather.

Seafarers Abandoned on Aging Tugboat After Owner Changes Flag

Four seafarers have been left stranded aboard the 60-year-old tugboat Wycliffe after the shipowner switched the vessel’s flag state to Vanuatu.

Australia Designates New Offshore Wind Zone Near Bunbury

The Australian government has announced the designation of a new offshore wind area located in the Indian Ocean near Bunbury, Western Australia.

COSCO Continues Expansion with Major Dry Bulk Vessel Order

COSCO Shipping has extended its aggressive expansion strategy by placing a substantial newbuilding order in the dry bulk sector.

Norwegian Jade Kicks Off Fall Cruise Season in Boston, USA

The Norwegian Jade has recently docked in Boston, marking the start of its fall cruise season in the U.S. Northeast and Canada.

The World Announces Epic 2025 Voyage Across Six Continents

The World, a luxury residential ship, has revealed its 2025 voyage, which will traverse five oceans and six continents, according to the company.

Fremantle Port: Tall Ship Damaged by Container Vessel

In an incident early this morning, Australia’s largest sail-training tall ship sustained severe damage after being hit by the Maersk Shekou.

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