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.

Royal Caribbean Announces Increased Dividend for Shareholders

Royal Caribbean Cruises' Board of Directors has approved a quarterly dividend of $0.55 per common share, payable on January 13 to shareholders.

Bulk Carrier Detained in Singapore Over Payment Dispute

A bulk carrier flying the Marshall Islands flag, the Porthos, was detained in Singapore on December 7th following a sheriff’s order.

Port of Funchal Sees Rise in Cruise Ship Overnight Stays

The Port of Funchal has reported a significant increase in the number of cruise ships making overnight visits this year.

Princess Cruises Breaks Booking Records Over Holiday Weekend

Princess Cruises has announced record-breaking booking numbers during the Black Friday to Cyber Monday period, as detailed in a press release.

Dominican Republic Seizes Record 9.5 Tons of Cocaine at Port

In a huge drug bust, the National Directorate of Drug Control confiscated 9,588 kilograms of cocaine at the Multimodal Caucedo Port in Boca Chica

Collision Near Rotterdam Knocks Containers Into the River

On December 5, a collision on the Scheur River near Rotterdam resulted in four shipping containers falling into the water.

Australian Sailor Rescued After Sailboat Springs a Leak

A 66-year-old Australian man was rescued on December 2 after his sailboat began taking on water and sinking off the coast of Grande Terre.

Nanjing Tanker Expands Fleet with New Panamax Tanker Order

China’s Nanjing Tanker is advancing its fleet modernization efforts by commissioning a series of new panamax tankers from a domestic shipyard.

Ambassador Cruise Line Unveils Exciting Entertainment Plans

Ambassador Cruise Line has announced three fresh entertainment initiatives set to roll out in the coming months, according to a press release.

Cruise Industry Opposes Proposed $42 P/P Tax in Mexico

The cruise sector is voicing strong opposition to a proposed $42 per person tax for port calls in Mexico which could take effect as early as 2026

Cunard Study Reveals Cognitive Benefits of Ocean Travel

Cunard has shared findings from a groundbreaking neuroscience study conducted aboard the Queen Mary 2, exploring slow-paced ocean travel.

Farmers Block Port of Holyhead in Protest Against Inheritance Tax

Farmers in North Wales staged a protest at the Port of Holyhead, obstructing access to oppose the introduction of a new 20% inheritance tax.

Kylie Minogue’s Non-Alcoholic Rosé Joins Princess Cruises

Princess Cruises has added Kylie Minogue’s award-winning No Alcohol Sparkling Rosé to its “Love Line Premium Liquors” collection.

Ocean Network Express Acquires Stake in Jakarta Terminal

Japanese shipping company Ocean Network Express has acquired a minority stake in New Priok Container Terminal One (NPCT1) in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Explosion in Cargo Hold Damages Bulk Carrier Near U.S. Coast

A leading global marine claims company has disclosed that the bulk carrier Anglo Marie Louise experienced an explosion in its cargo hold on November 27.

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