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.

Ship Disasters Off Kerala Spark Calls for Stricter Oversight

Two high-profile incidents off India’s coast have ignited public concern and renewed debate over regulating aging vessels in the country’s waters

Maritime Alert Issued Amid Rising Middle East Tensions

A security alert has been issued by the UKMTO, MSCHOA, and JMIC cautioning vessel operators navigating through the Middle East of elevated risk.

Carnival Cuts Food Waste by 44%, Beating 2025 Goal Early

Carnival Corporation has announced a major milestone in its sustainability journey, reporting a 44% decrease in unit food waste in 2024.

Cunard & Abbey Road Launch Music Lounge at Sea

Cunard has teamed up with the legendary Abbey Road Studios to introduce an exclusive new musical experience aboard the Queen Elizabeth

New Site Lets Seafarers Review Life Aboard Ships

Seafarers have welcomed the arrival of a new online platform that allows them to anonymously share feedback on onboard living conditions.

ONE Linked to $1.76B Order for 8 Mega Containerships

ONE, a Singapore-headquartered container carrier backed by Japanese firms, is reportedly behind a shipbuilding contract with HD Hyundai Heavy Industries

Fire & Explosion Rock Container Ship Off Kerala Coast: Update

An emergency unfolded on June 9 when an explosion occurred aboard the Wan Hai 503, a Singapore-registered containership as it sailed near Kerala.

Explosion Hits Wan Hai 503 Off Kerala Coast

On June 9, an explosion occurred on board the Singapore-registered container ship Wan Hai 503, situated approximately 130 nautical miles off Kerala

Cruise Scotland Raises Concerns Over Proposed Port Levy

Cruise Scotland has formally responded to the Scottish Government’s public consultation on a proposed cruise passenger levy, initiated in February

Tunisian Crew Member Rescued After Fall in Crete Port

A rescue operation took place Tuesday at the Port of Souda in Crete after a 30-year-old woman working aboard a cruise ship went overboard.

Zodiac Maritime Responds to Fire on Morning Midas

Zodiac Maritime, based in London, has activated an emergency response plan following a fire onboard its car carrier Morning Midas.

MSC Orchestra Cancels Sailings After Engine Room Issue

The MSC Orchestra was forced to cancel two scheduled sailings this week following an electrical issue that occurred early Tuesday morning.

Strong Winds Push Four Vessels Aground in Bay of Bengal

On May 30, four vessels were driven aground by severe weather conditions along the coast near the Port of Chittagong in the Bay of Bengal.

Juneau to Nearly Double Cruise Ship Dock Fees by 2026

Officials in Juneau have approved a significant increase in dock fees for large cruise ships, a move that is expected to bring in millions more.

Norwegian Epic Incident Leaves Passengers Stranded

The Norwegian Epic broke loose from its moorings while docked in Italy leaving hundreds of cruise guests stuck ashore with limited information.

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