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 to Deploy Six Cruise Ships from U.S. Ports in 2027

MSC says six of its cruise ships will sail from various U.S. ports during the summer of 2027, expanding its North American presence significantly

Greece Sends Salvage Ship to Red Sea Amid Houthi Threats

In response to a rise in maritime assaults by Yemen’s Houthi militants, Greece deploys salvage vessel to Red Sea. after the sinking of two bulkers

Hapag-Lloyd Unveils Diverse Winter 2025-26 Voyages

For travelers seeking sun-drenched getaways in luxurious surroundings, the Europa and Europa 2 will be sailing to tropical regions.

Carnival Unveils 2027 Alaska Lineup from Seattle, SF

Carnival Cruise Line has revealed its 2027 Alaska season plans, announcing that Carnival Spirit and Carnival Legend will both sail from Seattle.

Aroya Cruises Marks First Visit to Rhodes with Ceremony

Aroya Cruises commemorated its inaugural visit to the Greek island of Rhodes with a plaque exchange ceremony held onboard its flagship vessel.

Passenger Ship Rigoletto Strikes Lock Gate in Netherlands

On July 22, an inland passenger vessel, the Rigoletto, made contact with the lock gates at the Lorentz locks in Kornwerderzand, Netherlands.

Zara Founder Buys 49% Stake in UK Port Operator PD Ports

Spanish billionaire Amancio Ortega has apparently entered the maritime infrastructure sector by acquiring a 49% stake in UK-based PD Ports.

Dry Bulk Fleet Growth Slows Despite Surge in Deliveries

The global dry bulk fleet is growing at just half the pace seen during the 2010s even as deliveries are set to hit their highest level in six years

CMA CGM and TotalEnergies Launch LNG JV in Rotterdam

CMA CGM has partnered with energy company TotalEnergies to establish a joint venture for LNG bunkering operations at the Port of Rotterdam.

BIMCO Adopts New Clause for USTR-Linked Shipping Risks

Documentary Committee of BIMCO introduces contract clause to tackle legal uncertainties stemming from the U.S. Trade Representative’s recent plans

MOL Unifies Ship Management Under One Brand and Base

MOL is taking a step toward operational efficiency by uniting its ship management operations under one umbrella, both in branding and location.

Malta Frees Two Sanctioned Ships After Ownership Change

Two container ships detained in Malta since 2022 due to ties with sanctioned Russian interests have been released following a change in ownership

MSC Orders 10 More Megaships, Expands LNG-Focused Fleet

Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has expanded its already massive newbuild program with orders for ten additional ultra-large container ships

Majestic Princess Begins Atlantic Crossing to North America

The Majestic Princess recently departed from Southampton to begin a repositioning cruise across the Atlantic, heading for Canada and New England.

India Bans Use of Suspicious Foreign Maritime Licenses

India’s maritime regulator prohibits shipowners, crewing agents from hiring seafarers holding CoCs issued by certain flag-of-convenience states.

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