Sam Hamilton

Sam is part of the team at Maritime Bell and he 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.

Norwegian Bliss Ends Jersey Boys Broadway Production

Sailings on Norwegian Bliss will no longer feature the Broadway musical “Jersey Boys,” according to a recent update from Norwegian Cruise Line.

Harren and NSB Launch New Manning Firm in Philippines

German shipmanagement and shipping companies Harren Group and NSB Group have established a new crewing agency, Albireo, in the Philippines.

Maersk and ONE Report Losses as Container Market Weakens

Pressure on the container shipping sector deepens after Maersk joined ONE in reporting losses in its ocean business for the final quarter of 2025.

Holland America Marks 100 Years of Caribbean Sailing

Holland America is celebrating a century of cruising in the Caribbean with a limited-time promotion that includes a $100 onboard credit for two,

Car Carrier Ordering Slows as Overcapacity Risks Rise

Previously booming newbuild market for car carriers is losing momentum, with concerns about excess capacity growing across the PCTC sector.

Estonia Detains Baltic Spirit Over Suspected Smuggling

Bahamas-flagged reefer ship Baltic Spirit is detained by Estonian authorities amid suspicions of smuggling activity connected to Ecuador cargo.

Spectrum of the Seas China Sailings Updated Through 2027

Royal Caribbean International has confirmed additional itinerary adjustments for upcoming Spectrum of the Seas cruises sailing from China.

Celebrity Reflection Turns Weekend Sailing Into Sea Days

Celebrity Reflection spent the weekend on a cruise to nowhere after poor weather disrupted its planned itinerary in Florida and the Bahamas.

MSC Meraviglia Delays NYC Departure Due to Severe Weather

MSC Meraviglia postponed its departure from NYC because of unfavorable weather conditions in the area according to a statement shared with guests.

Royal Caribbean Expands Use of AI to Enhance Guest Experience

Royal Caribbean Group is leveraging AI and generative AI to improve performance and strengthen operations, according to Chairman/CEO Jason Liberty

MSC Expands Yacht Club to Musica and Orchestra Ships

MSC Cruises will be adding its MSC Yacht Club experience to two more vessels, MSC Musica and MSC Orchestra, according to a company press release.

Carnival Expands Cheers! Zero Proof Package for 2026 Sailings

Carnival is extending its Cheers! Zero Proof beverage package to every cruise departing in 2026, according to Brand Ambassador John Heald.

Emerald Opens Bookings for 2026-27 Mekong Season

Emerald Cruises & Tours has opened reservations for its 2026-2027 Southeast Asia river cruise season, according to a company press release.

Victoria to Launch Australia’s First Offshore Wind Auction

The Australian government has confirmed it will move ahead with the nation’s first offshore wind auction, to be held in the state of Victoria.

FMC Fines MSC $22.67m for Shipping Act Violations

The Federal Maritime Commission, the US shipping regulator, issues $22.67 million fine to MSC for three violations of the country’s Shipping Act.

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