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.

Four VLCC's Ordered from South Korea by DHT

DHT Holdings has finalized contracts for the construction of four very large crude carriers (VLCCs) in South Korea, with deliveries during 2026.

230 Houthi Targets in Yemen Hit by U.S.

Senior Pentagon official discloses that the US has targeted 230 locations in Yemen in response to Houthi-led assaults on vessels in the Red Sea.

$3bn Clean Ports Investment Announced by Biden Admin.

The US Environmental Protection Agency has initiated a $3bn initiative aimed at supporting zero-emission technology and infrastructure in ports.

Intermarine Welcomed by SAL & Jumbo in Heavy Lift Alliance

Jumbo Shipping and SAL Heavy Lift, a specialist in breakbulk and project cargo, have partnered with Intermarine to create a new joint venture.

Stranded Turkish-Flagged Ship Hit by Missiles in Ukraine

A cargo ship flying the Turkish flag, marooned for over two years in Ukraine, was targeted by missile strikes while docked at the Kherson port.

Ukraine Invasion Sees Indian-Classed Fleet More Than Double

Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine 2 years ago, there's been a notable increase in the number of vessels identified as part of the shadow fleet.

Australia Charges "Inside-Job" Tobacco Smugglers

A logistics expert along with five others have been indicted for attempting to illicitly import cigarettes valued at $10 million into Australia.

Saudi Arabia Welcomes New Container Shipping Line

Saudi Arabia sees the inception of a new feeder & short-sea shipping venture aimed at establishing connections between the kingdom & Red Sea ports

Investor Issues in U.S. Hamper CMB’s Euronav Takeover

FourWorld Capital Management, through funds it manages, has lodged a legal challenge in a US District Court against the bid by CMB.

Hede Int. Shipping Added to Controlled Carrier List by FMC

This classification means Hede (HONGKONG) International Shipping Limited will be included on the Commission’s Controlled Carrier List.

Developing Nation Energy Trader Convicted of Bribes

Federal jury in U.S. find former trader for Vitol guilty of participating in bribery & money laundering operation aimed at Latin America.

Four Men Charged in Lethal Navy SEAL Incident

The U.S. Justice Department has initiated legal proceedings against four individuals implicated in the shipment of Iranian-produced arms to Houthi insurgents.