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.

ACCC Raises Concerns Over DP World’s Acquisition of Silk Logistics

Australian Competition & Consumer Commission raise concerns about DP World’s proposed acquisition of Silk Logistics, citing potential competition issues.

Hapag-Lloyd Expands Fleet Capacity with Jumboization Project

Shipping company Hapag-Lloyd has earmarked another series of vessels for jumboization, continuing its strategy of expanding container capacity.

Captain of Solong Arrested After North Sea Collision

Captain of containership Solong arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter following collision with the tanker Stena Immaculate.

Shipping Industry Monitors Red Sea After Aid Deadline Passes

The shipping industry is watching developments in the Red Sea today as Houthi rebels threaten to resume attacks on commercial vessels in the region

Pacific Adventure Marks Final Cruise for P&O Australia

The Pacific Adventure departed from Sydney on March 10, 2025, for its very final voyage under the P&O Cruises Australia brand.

North Sea Collision Raises Environmental Concerns Over Cargo

Concerns are growing over fuel leakage after the North Sea collision and authorities are assessing the environmental impact of the incident.

Ocean Winds Secures License for 1,125MW Wind Farm in Korea

Ocean Winds, a venture between France’s Engie and Portugal’s EDP, receives electricity business license for its offshore wind farm in South Korea

Hapag-Lloyd Acquires Majority Stake in Le Havre Terminal

Hanseatic Global Terminals has purchased a 60% stake in CNMP, the operator of Atlantique container terminal in Le Havre, France.

Cunard Offers Up to $660 in Onboard Credit for Travelers

Cunard is giving travelers the opportunity to receive up to $660 in onboard credit per balcony stateroom on select Cunard Fare bookings.

Houthis Threaten to Resume Ship Attacks Over Gaza Aid Block

Houthis have issued an ultimatum to Israel warning they'll resume attacks on shipping unless humanitarian aid deliveries to Gaza restart by Tuesday

Villa Vie’s Odyssey Finds Unique Niche in Long-Term Cruising

Nearly six months after departing Belfast on its three-and-a-year world cruise, Villa Vie’s Odyssey is successfully catering to a unique market.

Singapore Welcomes CMA CGM’s First Methanol-Powered Ship

The Port of Singapore received CMA CGM Iron the first dual-fuel methanol-powered containership in CMA CGM’s fleet during its call on March 4.

CMA CGM Overtakes Maersk to Become Second Largest Liner

CMA CGM, the most aggressive ship acquirer of the year so far, has reached a significant milestone in the container shipping industry.

Cargo Ship Drifts Off Norwegian Coast After Power Loss

On 4th March, a maritime incident occurred northwest of Tromsø when cargo ship Errikos suffered a power failure, leaving it without propulsion.

MOL Completes First LNG Ship-to-Ship Bunkering in Canada

Japanese transport company MOL successfully carried out its first ship-to-ship LNG bunkering operation in English Bay, Canada on 1st March.

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