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.

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.

Bookings Open for Holland America's 2026 Grand World Voyage

Holland America Line has opened bookings for its 132-day Grand World Voyage, departing from Fort Lauderdale aboard the Volendam on January 4 2026

Oil Spilt After Fuel Barge Hits Bridge in Galveston, Texas

A barge owned by Martin Petroleum collided with a bridge pillar in Galveston causing an oil spill & closing the only road to a neighboring island

UK Follows Australia in Livestock Export for Slaughter Ban

On May 14th, the UK Parliament voted in favor of a bill that prohibits the export of livestock for slaughter and fattening for slaughter.

Serenade of the Seas Begins Third Segment of 274-Night Cruise

The Serenade of the Seas recently embarked on the third leg of Royal Caribbean International’s 274-night Ultimate World Cruise.

180-Day Ban On 'Unsafe' Bulk Carrier Ordered by Australia

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has imposed a 180-day ban on the Indian bulk carrier Darya Shaan due to safety concerns.

New India West Coast-Middle East Service Launched by CMA CGM

CMA CGM has unveiled a new weekly service, VGI, which will link Laem Chabang, Vung Tau, and Jakarta to the India West Coast and the Middle East

Renewable Energy Developer OX2 Receives Acquisition Bid

Stockholm-based renewable energy developer OX2 is currently the subject of a purchase offer from the investment firm EQT Infrastructure VI.

Chonqing, China Welcomes First 10,000 DWT Vessel

Vessels with a capacity of up to 10,000 deadweight tons (DWT) can now access the world's largest municipality, namely Chonqing in SW China.

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