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 Spirit Itineraries in Asia See Major 2025 Updates

Norwegian Cruise Line has announced significant updates to its 2025 Asian itineraries for the Norwegian Spirit.

Sweden Urges Bulk Carrier to Enter Its Waters Amid Cable Dispute

Sweden is pressing for the Yi Peng 3 to move into its territorial waters as a standoff unfolds over a recent undersea cable disruption.

Bulk Carrier Tim. S. Dool Grounds in St. Lawrence River

Bulk carrier Tim. S. Dool ran aground in the St. Lawrence River, Ontario, on November 23. Recovery efforts are underway, according to authorities

Norwegian Star to Sail the Caribbean for Winter 2025-26

Norwegian Cruise Line has announced that the Norwegian Star will now be redeployed to the Caribbean for the 2025-26 winter season.

Trinidad Launches 2024–25 Cruise Season with Nautica’s Arrival

Tourism Trinidad officially kicked off the 2024–25 cruise season with the inaugural visit of the Nautica at the Port of Spain Cruise Ship Complex

Netherlands to Use Private Firms to Safeguard North Sea Assets

The Netherlands announces plans to hire private security personnel & equipment to protect offshore infrastructure in its section of the North Sea

Warning Issued on Cashew Shell Fuel Due to Engine Room Issues

Shipowners have been cautioned against using fuel blended with cashew nutshell liquid, a niche alternative fuel linked to problems in engine rooms

Mexico's Manzanillo Port to Undergo $3.15bn Expansion by 2030

The port of Manzanillo in Mexico is set for a significant $3.15 billion expansion, projected to be completed by 2030.

Indian Billionaire Gautam Adani Indicted in US Bribery Case

Indian billionaire Gautam Adani has been charged in the USA for allegedly offering bribes to government officials to secure solar energy contracts.

Fujian Lixin to Build 12 Bulk Carriers for Green Era Shipping

Istanbul-based Green Era Shipping enters into agreement with Chinese shipbuilder Fujian Lixin Ship Engineering to construct 12 bulk carriers.

Scenic Group Unveils Black Friday Deals with Huge Discounts

Scenic Group is rolling out Black Friday offers with substantial savings on select trips with Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours and Emerald Cruises.

Saint Lucia Welcomes Nautica’s First Visit with Celebrations

Saint Lucia Cruise Port (SLCP) hosted the inaugural visit of Oceania Cruises' Nautica on November 13, 2024, as announced in a press release.

CMA CGM Adds New LNG-Powered Ship to Its Fleet

CMA CGM has welcomed the latest LNG-powered vessel to its fleet, the CMA CGM Fort Diamant, which was delivered on November 18th.

Crystal Launches Casino de Monte-Carlo at Sea Aboard Symphony

Crystal introduced the Casino de Monte-Carlo at sea for its guests on the Crystal Symphony during the Chairman’s Cruise in Venice.

MSC Completes Acquisition of Stake in Hamburg Port

All conditions for the voluntary public takeover offer have been met for Mediterranean Shipping Co’s (MSC) investment in the Hamburg port.

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