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.

JOI Design Creates Elegant Interiors for Mein Schiff Ships

The cruise line conducted a study of its customers as part of a strategy to attract a more refined audience, under the project title “InTUItion.”

Naval Forces Contain Pirate Group off Somali Coast

Naval forces have successfully contained a pirate group operating near Somalia after a series of recent security incidents in the Indian Ocean.

Lisbon Cruise Port Named Best in Southern Europe

Lisbon Cruise Port has been honored with the title of “Best Port in Southern Europe” at the fifth edition of the World Luxury Travel Awards 2025.

China and US Suspend Port Fees for One Year

China and the United States have agreed to suspend their reciprocal port fees for a year, a move welcomed by many in the shipping industry.

Borealis Undergoes Drydock Work at Damen Shiprepair

Tallinn and Stockholm Ports Unite for Green Initiative

The partnership will focus on implementing sustainable operations, particularly along the Tallinn–Stockholm and Paldiski–Kapellskär routes.

Carnival Sunrise to Offer Miami Cruises Through 2028

Carnival reveals next phase of itineraries for the 2027–2028 season, featuring Carnival Sunrise sailing four- to six-day voyages from PortMiami.

Costa Diadema and MSC Seaview Bound for Brazil Event

Costa Diadema and MSC Seaview are en route to Brazil where they'll operate as floating hotels during a United Nations conference in Belém do Pará.

BBC Studios Expands Maritime Line-Up with Three Channels

BBC Studios unveils three channels specifically for cruise ship audiences, available exclusively through its maritime entertainment partner Anuvu

The World Wins Best Ship Wine List for 11th Year

The World, Residences at Sea has taken home the title of Best Ship Wine List for the 11th consecutive year from The World of Fine Wine magazine.

Madeira Ports Move Toward Full Digital Transformation

Ports of Madeira announce digital transformation plans as APRAM nears completion of digital platform to manage quay reservations for cruise ships

Ukrainian Drone Strike Damages Russian Port of Tuapse

The Russian port of Tuapse was struck by a Ukrainian drone attack on November 2, causing damage to several vessels and to port infrastructure.

Royal Clipper to Explore Adriatic Sea in Summer 2026

Star Clippers says Royal Clipper will sail new Adriatic itinerary in summer 2026, offering guests a journey through Croatia, Montenegro, Italy.

Carnival and Miami Heat Donate $1 Million for Jamaica Relief

Carnival, Miami Heat and Micky & Madeleine Arison Family Foundation donate $1 million to Direct Relief to support recovery from Hurricane Melissa.

Royal Caribbean Unveils 2027 Europe and Med Cruises

Royal Caribbean International has revealed its lineup of itineraries for the 2027 cruise season across Northern Europe and the Mediterranean.

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