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.

DP World Acquires 47,000 Containers for the First Time

For the first time, terminal operator DP World has acquired 47,000 TEU containers that are now officially registered and branded to the company.

Mindelo Cruise Terminal Nears Completion in Cape Verde

The Mindelo Cruise Terminal, located in Porto Grande on São Vicente Island, Cape Verde, is nearing completion and is set to open later this year.

Norwegian Prima Returns to Mediterranean for Fall Season

Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Prima has returned to the Mediterranean for a fall season after spending the summer in Northern Europe.

Passenger Found Dead After Falling Overboard MSC Virtuosa

A woman was found dead after falling overboard from the MSC Virtuosa as the ship sailed from the Channel Islands to Southampton, UK.

Shell Places $480M Order for MR2 Product Tankers in China

Shell has turned to the Chinese shipbuilding market to secure a number of MR2 product tankers valued at approximately $480 million.

Cargo Ship Collision Near Hachinohe City Under Investigation

An incident occurred on the evening of October 9th when two cargo ships collided with each other off the coast of Hachinohe City, Japan.

Fujian Guohang Expands Orderbook with Methanol-Ready Bulkers

Chinese shipowner Fujian Guohang Ocean Shipping is solidifying its commitment to methanol-ready kamsarmax newbuilds at Wuhu Shipyard.

Carnival Paradise Cruise Canceled Due to Hurricane Milton

Carnival Cruise Line has announced the cancellation of the upcoming Carnival Paradise cruise, originally set to sail on Thursday, October 10.

Crew of Polish Bulk Carrier Discovers Cocaine Onboard

October 7, the crew of the Polish-flagged bulk carrier Jawor made a surprising discovery: several packets of cocaine stashed onboard their vessel

Carnival Changes Ship Itineraries Amid Hurricane Milton

Carnival is keeping a close watch on several of its ships that could be affected by Hurricane Milton, according to a statement on its website.

Asian Shipbuilders See Record Highs for Newbuilds in 2024

2024 has been a standout year for Asian shipbuilders, with newbuild prices reaching unprecedented levels, according to data from Clarksons.

Bulk Carriers Collide in Bosphorus, Major Incident Averted

October 3rd, an accident occurred when two bulk carriers collided while navigating near the Pasalimani area along the Bosphorus Strait in Turkey

CMA CGM Container Ship Collides with Dock in Barranquilla Port

On October 3, the CMA CGM Balboa, a container ship, collided with a dock at Barranquilla Port, Colombia, following a reported mechanical failure.

Fire Aboard Cargo Ship in Avonmouth Brought Under Control

A fire broke out on a Portugal-flagged general cargo vessel, the RIJN Confidence, which was transporting scrap metal, on October 2nd.

OFAC Imposes Sanctions on Marshall Islands Tanker Owner

Office of Foreign Assets Control issues sanctions against tanker owner and vessels due to alleged involvement in the transport of Russian oil.

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