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.

Two Identically Numbered Containers at Chattogram Port

Two containers bearing the same distinctive number landed at the Chattogram port. The incident was discovered by the port's computerized CTMS.

Maritime AI Windward Detects Russia’s Dark Activities

An alarming new behavior claimed Russia is allegedly laundering grain has been discovered by Windward, a maritime AI technology company.

30,000 Gallons Oil Spill in The Bahamas

A 30,000 gallon oil spill was reported in the Exuma waters between yesterday and this morning, according to acting prime minister Chester Cooper.

Chinese Chief Officer Chosen for IMO Gallantry Award

Bo Xu Chief Officer of Oil Tanker Xian Qiao 502 to be honored with 2022 International Maritime Organization Award for Exceptional Bravery at Sea.

First Container Ship Link from Scotland to China Launched

Intro of new direct connection from Scotland to China and vice versa is expected to benefit Scottish industries like food and drink.

Cruise Ship with 100 COVID Passengers Docks in Sydney

The Coral Princess cruise ship has anchored at Sydney's Circular Quay with more than 100 COVID-positive crew members and passengers on board.

Peruvian Navy Ship Catches Fire During Military Exercise

According to RIMPAC reports of the fire were brought to watch floor at 8am. After the fire started, several ships helped the Guise and its crew.

As Exports Rise, The World Can't Get Ample US Diesel

Due to the continued insatiable need for gasoline on the worldwide market, the United States is exporting diesel at its quickest rate ever.

6m TEU Surplus Containers Manageable

Per Drewry’s Container Census & Leasing Annual Review & Forecast 2022/23 report, global pool of containers increased by nearly 50m TEU in 2021.

Member of Abandoned Indian Crew in Sri Lanka Tragically Dies

The cook drowned in March 2022. He fell into the sea when he attempted to negotiate the ship’s badly damaged gangway to go ashore.

Israel Sells Haifa Port for $1.2 Billion

Israel sells major trade hub on the Mediterranean coast Haifa Port. India’s Adani Ports & Gadot win bid for 4.1 billion shekels ($1.18 billion).

Green Hydrogen Plant To Be Developed in Amsterdam Port

Hydrogen company HyCC launched a project called Project H2era that plans to construct a 500MW green hydrogen plant in the Amsterdam port.

China Exports Recovers, Global Risks Weaken

As factories hopped-up after COVID lifting lockdown China’s exports increased at highest speed in 5 months in June. But rocky roads are ahead.

Singapore Still World's Top Maritime Hub

Singapore keeps status as the top maritime hub for the 9th consecutive year in the Xinhua-Baltic Int. Shipping Centre Development Index Report

Ukrainian Grain Starts Shipping Through Danube Rivermouth

Despite Black Sea port blockade by Russia, Ukraine gave foreign markets hope as ships passed through mouth of the Danube to increase grain export

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