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.

Fruit Bridge South Africa - Europe Service Resumed by Maersk

Maersk announces it will continue seasonal inland and maritime service from the Gqeberha load port in S. Africa to various destinations in Europe

Hope Fades for Baltimore Bridge Crash Survivors

The US Coast Guard announced the end of rescue efforts after nightfall Tuesday for surviving victims of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key bridge collapse.

COSCO SHIPPING & CITIC Group Ink Cooperation Deals

Earlier in March, COSCO SHIPPING made headlines by entering into two significant cooperation agreements in Shanghai.

Two Killed in Crane Collapse at Ulsan Container Pier

South Korean Ministry of Employment and Labor announces partial halt to reinforcement operations at Jeong Il Ulsan Container Terminal following an incident

Maersk Baltimore Port Calls on Hold for Time Being

Maersk Line operations involving five services that utilize the Port of Baltimore will be disrupted due to the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse.

February Data Shows Increase in Port of Oakland Imports, Exports

In February, the Port of Oakland witnessed a notable increase in container traffic, exceeding the figures from the same month the previous year.

UK Court Rules in Favor of Victor Restis in Debt Dispute

In a legal battle in London, Greek shipping magnate Victor Restis emerged victorious against Amanda Staveley, co-owner of Newcastle United, over debt

Baltimore Collision Ship Confirmed as Chartered by Maersk

The owners of the Singaporean-flagged container vessel involved in the collision with the Francis Scott Key Bridge earlier have issued a statement.

Update: Baltimore Bridge Collapse After Boxship Collision

The Baltimore City Fire Department, which is on the scene, reports that approximately 20 individuals and multiple vehicles were plunged into the river.

Russian Ferry Collides with Ice Flows Off Sakhalin

A ferry operating off the coast of Sakhalin, Russia, encountered difficulties after being damaged by ice floes, leaving 60 individuals stranded.

MSC Acquires 42% Stake in Logistics Specialist Clasquin

Maritime heavyweight MSC has, through its affiliate Shipping Agencies Services, agreed to purchase a 42% share in freight forwarding company Clasquin

Itochu & U-Ming Singapore Sign MoU for Ammonia Dual-Fuel Bulkers

U-Ming Marine Transport has entered into a MoU with the Japanese conglomerate Itochu to co-own and manage ammonia-powered dual-fuel bulk carriers

Five Dead, One Missing After Fire on Perenco Platform

Five workers have died and one is still missing after an incident on Perenco’s Becuna platform off the coast of Gabon.

Pakistan's Port of Gwadar Targeted by Armed Gunmen

March 20th, Gwadar Port in Pakistan was targeted by gunmen in an assault. The “Balochistan Liberation Army,” a separatist group, has claimed the attack.

China Aims to Get Cruise Industry Sailing Again

After a four-year hiatus due to the pandemic, a mainland Chinese port has reopened for cruise ships to homeport, marking a significant milestone.

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