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.

'Glacier Day' Announced by Holland America for 2024 Cruises

Holland America Line has announced the introduction of "Glacier Day" on its 2024 Alaska cruises along with enhanced onboard experiences.

Singapore Plans to Meet Rising Demand for Methanol

Singapore could produce over 1 million metric tons of methanol annually by 2030, which would meet the growing demand for alternative bunker fuel.

19% Increase on Year of TEUs at Port of Los Angeles

In March the Port of Los Angeles experienced a significant increase in activity, processing 743,417 TEUs, a 19% rise from the same month last year

Improved Connectivity to North Africa & Spain From BICT

The Batumi International Container Terminal, part of International Container Terminal Services, is to enhance service connectivity to North Africa & Spain

Increase in Tahitian, Polynesian Capacity for Windstar Cruises

Windstar Cruises is expanding its presence in Tahiti and French Polynesia, capitalizing on several years of successful operations in the region.

New 2030 Strategy Revealed by Hapag-LLoyd

Hapag-Lloyd unveiled its Strategy 2030, outlining a plan aimed at achieving quality leadership, sustainability, innovation and efficiency.

New Onboard Restaurants Revealed by Norwegian Cruise Line

Norwegian Cruise Line has unveiled new F&B options that will premiere on the Norwegian Aqua, set to embark on its maiden voyage in April 2025.

Russian Tankers Stranded Due to US's Iran-Related Sanctions

Four Russian tankers transporting oil and refined products have been stranded at sea due to sanctions related to Iran imposed by the United States

FBI Launches Criminal Inquiry Into Baltimore Bridge Disaster

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has initiated a criminal investigation into the collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge.

Lack of Interest Sees Lithuanian Wind Farm Tender Cancelled

The second call for bids on a Lithuanian offshore wind farm was abandoned due to insufficient interest from developers.

NYK Soon to Supply Fuel to Ammonia-Powered Tugboat

During the At the Sea Japan 2024 event, NYK unveiled its plans to begin supplying fuel ammonia to its soon-to-be-completed ammonia-fueled tugboat

Qatar Jackup Rig Contract Signed by ADES

Saudi Arabian oil and gas drilling company Advanced Energy Services has been awarded a contract for a jackup rig in Qatar by the TotalEnergies.

Royal Thai Navy Completes Investigation into Sunk Frigate

The Royal Thai Navy concludes its investigation into the 2022 sinking of a frigate, attributing the disaster to weather, ship condition & human error.

CMA CGM Rate Restoration Announced for N. Europe & Med to N. America

CMA CGM is launching Rate Restoration Initiative 4 which will affect shipments from North European and Mediterranean ports heading to N. America.

Port of Liverpool Sees Significant Investment From AIUK

Aggregate Industries UK announces substantial investment aimed at meeting increasing demand for cementitious materials in the UK's construction industry.

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