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.

Brazilian Port Finds Temp Solution to Terminal Operator Woes

Authorities in Brazil have implemented a temporary solution to manage one of the country's ports, nearly 18 months after the previous operator left

Tanker Operators Plead Guilty to Federal Pollution Charges

U.S. Department of Justice states two operators of the tanker PS Dream have pleaded guilty to violating the Act to Prevent Pollution from Ships.

Missile Attacks Off Yemen Target Two More Merchant Vessels

The UK Maritime Trade Operations reported an incident south of Hodeidah where “a missile impacted the water in close proximity” to a ship.

Port of Seattle Starts Renovation of Ship Supply Building

The Port of Seattle has announced the commencement of the renovation and modernization of the Ship Supply Building at Fishermen’s Terminal.

Maersk and Kotahi Ink Second Long-Term Freight Agreement

Maersk and Kotahi, New Zealand’s largest container manager, have extended their long-term freight partnership through December 2034.

Van Oord Wins Iberdrola Contract for Baltic Wind Farm

Dutch company Van Oord secures contract from Spanish energy utility Iberdrola to construct the German Windanker wind farm in the Baltic Sea.

MSC Announce North Peru Feeder Service From Salaverry & Paita

MSC has announced the launch of their “North Peru Feeder,” a new dedicated feeder service sailing from Salaverry and Paita in Peru.

Innovative Microplastic Filter Launched by Marella Cruises

Marella Cruises and Cleaner Seas Group have announced the launch of a pioneering microplastic filter initiative aboard the Marella Explorer.

Power Offered to Cargo & Cruise Ships at Port of Hamburg

The Port of Hamburg in Germany has become the first port in Europe to extend shore power capabilities to both container and cruise vessels.

Dali Container Ship Finally Returns to Port of Baltimore

Dali, the containership responsible for the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse on March 26, returned to the port of Baltimore on Monday.

Oil Tanker Sustains Damage After Houthi Attack Off Yemen

The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operation reported on May 18 a crude oil tanker, Wind, had been attacked 98 miles south of Al Hudaydah, Yemen.

Report Finds Annual Economic Impact Growth for PortMiami

PortMiami's annual economic impact has surged to $61.4 billion, up from $41.4 billion in 2016 according to a study conducted by Martin Associates

Dali Set to be Refloated Today & Moved to Baltimore Terminal

The refloat and transit of the stranded containership Dali from its current location to a terminal in Baltimore are scheduled for Monday morning.

Ill Crew Member Evacuated from UK Ship by Indian Coast Guard

On Thursday, May 16, the Indian Coast Guard successfully evacuated a critically ill British mariner from the UK sealift ship Anvil Point.

AD Ports Reaches Agreement with Chittagong, Bangladesh

AD Ports Group has entered into a nonbinding agreement to explore the development and operation of a multipurpose port in Chittagong, Bangladesh.

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