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.

New Interim Chief Executive Appointed by Western Bulk

The dry bulk shipping company Western Bulk Chartering, based in Norway, has named Ørjan Svanevik as its temporary CEO.

Netherlands Defense to be Boosted by Huge Financial Input

The Netherlands plans to allocate several billion euros for the renewal of the majority of its major naval vessels within the next 15 years

Two Year Jackup Extension in Egypt by Shelf Drilling

Shelf Drilling, has announced a two-year extension for its Rig 141, which is currently operating in the Gulf of Suez, offshore Egypt.

Joint Venture Formed in Vietnam by Thailand's Mermaid Maritime

Mermaid Maritime of Thailand, through its subsea services division, has formed a joint venture in Vietnam with local provider, Tan Cang Offshore.

Freeport Towage Joint Venture Fully Owned by KOTUG

KOTUG International, a Dutch towing company, has taken complete control of its joint venture in Freeport, Bahamas.

Offshore Wind Contracts Finally Awarded by New York

On February 29, New York authorities granted provisional agreements for the purchase of electricity from two upcoming offshore wind initiatives.

CMA CGM Outbid by GXO for Wincanton

The competition to acquire UK-based logistics firm Wincanton is intensifying as U.S. warehousing company GXO Logistics outbids CEVA Logistics.

Del Toro Aims to Jumpstart U.S. Shipbuilding via Korea Investment

During a recent visit to Korea, U.S. Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro engaged with leading executives from the shipbuilding industry.

Euroseas Fits Out Newbuild with Sights Set Upon Box Market

Euroseas, is leveraging the current uptick in the containership sector by securing a new long-term charter agreement for one of its feeder ships.

UK's Noel Topco Bought by NYK

Japan's Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK) has acquired Noel Topco, a holding company based in the UK that encompasses 10 businesses

New Secretary General Elected by Mission to Seafarers

The Mission to Seafarers, a Christian org dedicated to the welfare of maritime workers revealed Peter Rouch will be appointed as secretary general

Ocean Alliance Extends Deal for Five More Years

The consortium of container shipping companies known as the Ocean Alliance has decided to prolong their collaboration for an additional 5 years.

DP World Concession Row Costs Port of Antwerp-Bruges $44m+

The ICSID has ordered the port of Antwerp-Bruges to compensate DP World with €41.3 million ($44.7 million) plus additional costs and Interest.

New Shaper Class Vessels Optioned by Wallenius Willhelmsen

Wallenius Wilhelmsen has exercised options to commission the construction of four more Shaper Class vessels designed for carrying cars and trucks

High Demand for Norwegian Cruise Line Despite Red Sea Woes

Shares of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings saw an uptick in pre-market trading following the company's announcement of its 2024 projections.

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