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.

MSC Steps Up Secondhand Ship Buying to Expand Fleet

MSC completes another active period in the secondhand container ship market, highlighting the liner operator’s ongoing efforts to grow its fleet.

Aqmaris Orders Four Ultramax Bulkers at Wuhu Shipyard

Turkish shipping newcomer Aqmaris has finalized a contract with China’s Wuhu Shipyard for the construction of four ultramax bulk carriers.

Viking Launches Savings Event With Discounts Through 2028

Viking unveils “The Viking Savings Event,” introducing offers for travelers in North America across its portfolio of destination-focused cruises.

Indian Crew Arrested After Cocaine Found on Bulk Carrier

Crew from bulk carrier Aruna Hulya were arrested at port of Lagos, Nigeria, after authorities discovered 31.5 kilograms of cocaine hidden onboard

Bremerhaven Cruise Port Wraps Up Strong 2025 Season

Bremerhaven Cruise Port, operated by Global Ports Holding, closed its 2025 cruise season with solid results, pointing toward a positive 2026.

Britannia Adds Málaga Call to 2027 Mediterranean Cruise

P&O's cruise ship, Britannia will include an extra port of call on its Western Mediterranean voyage departing Southampton on July 30th, 2027.

Holland America and Pendleton Launch Alaska Blanket

To mark Alaska Statehood Day Holland America has unveiled a special partnership with Pacific Northwest lifestyle brand Pendleton Woolen Mills.

Passenger Airlifted From MSC Orchestra After Medical Emergency

A 56-year-old woman from Peru was evacuated from the MSC Orchestra on Wednesday morning after experiencing a stroke while the vessel was underway

Cruise Ships Ring In New Year in Funchal, Portugal

Ten cruise ships were scheduled to arrive in Ilha da Madeira for Funchal’s well known and now traditional New Year’s Eve fireworks celebration.

Former Costa Magica Prepares for China Service After Refit

The former Costa Magica has arrived in a Chinese shipyard as it prepares to begin operations with Tianjin Oriental International Cruise Line.

Sulfuric Acid Spill Reported at Houston Ship Channel

One million gallons of sulfuric acid were released into the Houston Ship Channel following an incident at the BWC Terminals Jacintoport Facility.

Royal Caribbean Moves Brilliance of the Seas' Homeport

Royal Caribbean International has announced a change to the homeport for Brilliance of the Seas on its August 10, 2026 Mediterranean sailing.

Piano Land Concludes First Malaysia Season, Returns to Hong Kong

Astro Ocean has completed its inaugural deployment from Malaysia, with Piano Land now sailing back to Hong Kong while carrying 1,700 guests.

P&O Cruises’ Iona Marks Five Years in Service

P&O Cruises’ Iona has recently reached its fifth anniversary in service after being delivered by the Meyer Werft shipyard on October 9, 2020.

Carnival Expands its Fun Italian Style Cruises in 2027

Carnival plans to extend its "Fun Italian Style" offering to additional ports and regions in 2027 as part of updated fleet deployment plans.

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