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.

CMA CGM Increases Offer to Acquire Logistics Co. Wincanton

French shipping giant CMA CGM escalated its bid to acquire Wincanton, a UK logistics company, offering approximately $766 million in cash.

JP Morgan Secures Profitable Gains in Cape Sale

JP Morgan has emerged from the shadows this month, becoming one among numerous shipping entities involved in active capesize market transactions.

UK Sanctions Fractal Shipping & Beks Ship Management

Fractal Shipping, based in the UAE, and Turkey's Beks Ship Management have been highlighted in the recent set of sanctions announced by the UK.

Bulk Carrier Banned for Year by Australia Due To Safety Issues

Australian Maritime Safety Authority imposes one-year prohibition on Liberian-flagged cargo ship, KMAX Leader, from docking at Australian ports.

ICS Fights Harassment in Maritime Sector

The ICS has recently unveiled a comprehensive framework aimed at eradicating harassment and bullying within the maritime industry.

Minerva Marine Says Farewell to Its Oldest Capesizes

Minerva Marine of Greece has capitalized on the thriving dry bulk market by selling its most aged capesize ships.

American Queen Voyages End Operations, Say Hornblower Group

American Queen Voyages is halting its operations as its parent company, Hornblower Group, enters into a financial restructuring agreement.

U.S. Halts Shipment of Iranian Arms to Houthis

A vessel laden with weapons and materials intended for conflict support was recently detained in the Arabian Sea by a US coats guard cutter.

Two More VLCCs from New Times Ordered by Magni Partners

Magni Partners, has increased its order for Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs) from China's New Times Shipbuilding.

Crew of 11 Evacuated from Sinking General Cargo Ship

A crew of 11 was evacuated from the Korean general cargo vessel Keum Yang 6, which was experiencing flooding in rough weather near Jeju Island.

Orix Assumes Ownership of Osaka's Premier Shipowner

The recent acquisition of Santoku Senpaku by Japanese financial services company Orix Corporation, amounts to a significant $2 billion deal.

K Line Acquires French Kite Manufacturer to Enhance Position

Primary customer of a ship kite system, originally crafted by Airbus, is so enthusiastic about the product they decide to purchase the company.

UK Expects Return of Wind Bidders

An official from UK government expressed optimism for upcoming offshore wind auction, following a previous round that did not meet expectations.

MSC Conducts Trials for State-of-the-Art Bow Windshield

MSC has joined the ranks of shipping lines experimenting with bow windshields as a strategy to reduce fuel expenses.

Manila Pursues Shipowner Accountability for Tanker Sinking

The DOJ Manila is initiating legal actions against RDC Reield Marine Services for their involvement in the Princess Empress sinking & oil spill.

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