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.

Tallinn and Stockholm Ports Unite for Green Initiative

The partnership will focus on implementing sustainable operations, particularly along the Tallinn–Stockholm and Paldiski–Kapellskär routes.

Carnival Sunrise to Offer Miami Cruises Through 2028

Carnival reveals next phase of itineraries for the 2027–2028 season, featuring Carnival Sunrise sailing four- to six-day voyages from PortMiami.

Costa Diadema and MSC Seaview Bound for Brazil Event

Costa Diadema and MSC Seaview are en route to Brazil where they'll operate as floating hotels during a United Nations conference in Belém do Pará.

BBC Studios Expands Maritime Line-Up with Three Channels

BBC Studios unveils three channels specifically for cruise ship audiences, available exclusively through its maritime entertainment partner Anuvu

The World Wins Best Ship Wine List for 11th Year

The World, Residences at Sea has taken home the title of Best Ship Wine List for the 11th consecutive year from The World of Fine Wine magazine.

Madeira Ports Move Toward Full Digital Transformation

Ports of Madeira announce digital transformation plans as APRAM nears completion of digital platform to manage quay reservations for cruise ships

Ukrainian Drone Strike Damages Russian Port of Tuapse

The Russian port of Tuapse was struck by a Ukrainian drone attack on November 2, causing damage to several vessels and to port infrastructure.

Royal Clipper to Explore Adriatic Sea in Summer 2026

Star Clippers says Royal Clipper will sail new Adriatic itinerary in summer 2026, offering guests a journey through Croatia, Montenegro, Italy.

Carnival and Miami Heat Donate $1 Million for Jamaica Relief

Carnival, Miami Heat and Micky & Madeleine Arison Family Foundation donate $1 million to Direct Relief to support recovery from Hurricane Melissa.

Royal Caribbean Unveils 2027 Europe and Med Cruises

Royal Caribbean International has revealed its lineup of itineraries for the 2027 cruise season across Northern Europe and the Mediterranean.

CMA CGM and RSGT Plan New Terminal at Jeddah Port

CMA CGM signs term sheet with Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Gateway Terminal to explore joint venture for the construction and operation of new facility

Royal Caribbean Celebrates Crew With Beyond BOLD Week

Royal Caribbean launches Beyond BOLD Crew Week, a fleetwide celebration honoring the 70,000 dedicated crew members who bring every cruise to life

MSC Preziosa Launches 2025-26 Cruise Season In Santos

MSC's cruise ship, the Preziosa officially kicked off the 2025–2026 cruise season at the Port of Santos, Brazil, on Sunday, October 26th, 2025.

Star Voyager To Return To Hong Kong For 2026 Season

StarCruises announce the Star Voyager will return to Hong Kong for a new homeport season in 2026, marking another major deployment in the region.

Fire Disables Grimaldi Euromed Ship Grande Roma

A fire in the engine room has left an Italian-flagged Grimaldi Euromed-owned car carrier, the Grande Roma, without any means of propulsion.

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