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.

MSC Diversifies Yet Again to Buy 15% Stake in Genoa Airport

Mediterranean Shipping Co (MSC), flush with cash, has acquired a 15% stake in Genoa airport for an undisclosed amount of money.

Car Carrier Fleet Expected to Grow by 40% in Next Few Years

The booming market for PCTCs, where daily rates have hit six figures for months, is projected to expand by around 40% in the next few years.

Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Sets its Sights on Asia-Pacific

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection is set to expand into the Asia-Pacific, introducing ten new itineraries from December 2025 through May 2026.

Crystal Cruises Introduces Casino de Monte-Carlo at Sea

Crystal Cruises has announced a partnership with Monaco's Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer to bring the Casino de Monte-Carlo to the high seas

MSC Enhances Asia Service Network with New & Upgraded Routes

MSC has announced updates to its Asia service network by enhancing two existing services while also introducing a brand new one.

Container Fire Reported at Port of Antwerp-Bruges

The Port of Antwerp-Bruges reported a fire incident at the MSC PSA European Terminal (MPET), quay 1742 on June 24 at 05:30 (local time).

Mitsui OSK Lines & Kristian Jebsen in Gearbulk Takeover Deal

MOL, Japan's leading shipowner, is set to acquire Gearbulk from Kristian Jebsen, with the transaction expected to finalize by January 2025.

Norwegian Cruise Line's Joy to Host Monsters of Rock

The annual Monsters of Rock Cruise is set to return for its 13th year, embarking for the first time aboard Norwegian Cruise Line’s Joy in 2025.

Cadeler Signs Contract to Install Scottish Wind Turbines

Offshore wind installation company Cadeler secures contract to install 72 Vestas 15MW offshore wind turbines at the Inch Cape Offshore Wind Farm

Chocolate Heaven Onboard as Holland America & Lindt Team Up

Holland America Line has announced a new collaboration with Lindt & Sprüngli to offer specially crafted experiences on board, according to PR.

Sushi & Indian Menu Part of Oceania's New Culinary Offering

Oceania Cruises is enhancing its culinary offerings with the introduction of new sushi & Indian cuisine options at Terrace Café across its fleet.

Indian Government Approves Huge Port Development Near Mumbai

The massive Vadhavan port, situated approximately 125 km north of Mumbai on India's west coast, has been under discussion for over a decade.

The Bakery School Foundation to Work with Cruise Lines

The Bakery School Foundation has announced that they are planning to provide professional bakers, pastry chefs and chocolatiers for cruise ships.

Travel Advisors Could Bag Free Cruise in Variety Promotion

Variety Cruises announced an incentive promotion today for travel advisors booking vacations on the company’s Tahiti and French Polynesia cruises

P&O Cruises Ups Balcony Cabin Onboard Spending Money

P&O Cruises is providing up to £520 in onboard spending money per balcony cabin for select Mediterranean itineraries booked by July 15, 2024.

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