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.

Yang Ming's YM Unicorn Runs Aground at Taiwan’s Keelung Port

A container ship operated by Yang Ming Marine Transport ran aground while attempting to dock at Taiwan's Keelung port on the night of December 11

Carnival Cruise Line Brings Holiday Cheer to Hospital Kids

Carnival Cruise Line brought Christmas joy to young patients at Queensland Children’s Hospital with a special surprise visit from the Grinch.

MSC’s Orderbook Surpasses 2M TEU with New Megamax Ship Order

The world’s largest container line, MSC, has placed another significant ship order, pushing its total orderbook beyond the 2 million TEU mark.

Cargo Ship Amadeus Gold Runs Aground in Odense Fjord, Denmark

A general cargo ship named the Amadeus Gold ran aground on December 9th while en route from Rotterdam, Netherlands to Odense, Denmark.

Fire Erupts on Bulk Carrier Langeland at Gran Canaria Port

A fire broke out on the bulk carrier Langeland on December 9th while the vessel was docked at the Port of Arinaga in Gran Canaria, Spain.

Maritime Union of New Zealand Opposes Live Animal Exports

The Maritime Union of New Zealand has officially voted against the government's proposal to restart live animal exports, reaffirming its stance.

Tanker Rescues Skipper from Burning Yacht Near Puerto Rico

On December 6, the crew of the tanker Orange Ocean rescued a skipper from a burning yacht, approximately 420 miles north of Puerto Rico.

HX Launches Signature Cocktail Range Inspired by Voyages

HX has unveiled its new Signature Cocktail Range, featuring 14 exclusive cocktails inspired by the company’s pole-to-pole voyages.

Syria Declared No-Go Zone for Shipping After Assad Exit

International merchant vessels are steering clear of Syria following the departure of the Assad family from power.

Indian Dockworkers Threaten Strike Over Wage & Benefit Issues

Indian dockworkers are to strike on December 17 unless their demands for wage revisions and productivity-linked rewards are addressed by the 15th

Denmark's Offshore Wind Tender Faces Major Setback

Denmark’s offshore wind energy goals have hit a significant roadblock, as the first phase of its 6GW North Sea tender failed to attract any bids.

Princess Cruises Announces 2026-27 Australia Deployment

Princess Cruises has revealed its plans for the 2026-27 season, deploying three ships across Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific.

CMA CGM Surpasses Maersk as Top Transpacific Carrier

CMA CGM has overtaken Maersk to claim the top spot as the largest carrier on the transpacific trade route.

U.S. Imposes Sanctions on Iranian Oil Shipping Network

The United States has announced sanctions against 35 entities and vessels linked to the transportation of Iranian petroleum and its derivatives.

Maersk Orders 20 Dual-Fuel Container Vessels for Fleet Renewal

Maersk has placed an order for 20 new container vessels equipped with dual-fuel engines, partnering with three shipyards for their construction.

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