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.

US Considers Hefty Fees, Restricting Chinese Maritime Ties

The US is considering fees on Chinese-built vessels docking at its ports, while tightening regulations on Chinese ownership of domestic terminals

CMA CGM Expands Fleet with Purchase of Four More Boxships

CMA CGM remains one of the most active buyers in the secondhand container ship market this year after acquiring another four boxships.

Virgin Voyages Unveils Exclusive Craft Beer for Its Fleet

Virgin is elevating its beverage offerings with the introduction of Virgin Craft Beer, a brew created in collaboration with Brewery Ommegang.

Ecuadorian Navy Seizes 800 Kgs of Cocaine on Cargo Ship

The Ecuadorian Navy have seized approximately 800 kilograms of cocaine aboard the Hapag-Lloyd container ship Guayaquil Express.

Royal Caribbean Adjusts Adventure of the Seas Itinerary

Royal Caribbean has notified guests booked on the Aug 16 2025 sailing of Adventure of the Seas about a berthing conflict at Perfect Day at CocoCay

Cargo Ship Master & Operator Sentenced for Fatal Collision

Southampton Crown Court has sentenced the master of a North Sea cargo ship and the operating company for their roles in a 2021 fatal accident.

Maersk & Cochin Shipyard Partner on Ship Repair & Building

AP Moller-Maersk has entered into a MoU with India’s Cochin Shipyard to explore opportunities in ship repair and shipbuilding.

Hong Kong Completes First Ship-to-Ship LNG Bunkering Ops

Hong Kong has conducted its first-ever ship-to-ship LNG transfer, marking a key step in the city’s shift towards greener shipping practices.

Canadian Coast Guard Plans Refloating of Grounded MSC Baltic III

The Canadian Coast Guard is evaluating the best approach to refloat a containership that ran aground off Newfoundland on Saturday morning.

New Ships & Cruise Lines Head to Alaska in 2026

The Alaska cruise market is gearing up for a big 2026 season, featuring new ship debuts, brand-first sailings, and the return of a cruise line.

Canada Invests $25M in Shore Power for BC Ports

Canada’s Minister for Transport and Internal Trade has announced a 35.5 million CAD grant to support shore power development in British Columbia.

Zaandam Sets Sail After Refurbishment for Amazon Voyage

Holland America Line’s Zaandam departed Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on February 8, 2025, embarking on a 27-day “Amazon Explorer” Legendary Voyage.

Globus Maritime Sells Supramax as Part of Fleet Renewal

Nasdaq-listed Greek dry bulk owner Globus Maritime continues to modernize its fleet by selling off older vessels to make way for newer tonnage.

Norfolk Launches Year-Round Cruises with Carnival Sunshine

Norfolk, Virginia in the USA has officially become a year-round cruise homeport, welcoming the Carnival Sunshine as its first permanent vessel.

Hanwha Ocean to Construct LNG Carriers for Hanwha Shipping

South Korean shipbuilder Hanwha Ocean has secured contracts to build two LNG carriers for its affiliated company, Hanwha Shipping.

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