Maritime Bell Staff

Cunard Launches 'Adventure Awaits' Sale on 2025–26 Trips

Princess Cruises Sends Three Ships to Drydock This April

Princess Cruises is carrying out scheduled drydock work on three of its vessels this April: Emerald Princess, Grand Princess, and Regal Princess.

Disney Cruise Line Recycles Mooring Lines to Cut Waste

Disney Cruise Line has launched a sustainability initiative aimed at reducing landfill waste by recycling retired mooring lines from its fleet.

Malaysian Authorities Detain Crew of Tanker Krishna 1

ITF reports crew of a crude oil tanker has been detained by Malaysian officials for allegedly entering national waters without necessary documents

U.S. Targets Iran Oil Trade, Warns Shipping on Risks

The United States has introduced a new wave of sanctions targeting Iran’s oil sector, issuing a strong warning to the global shipping industry.

ILO Approves Seafarer Wage Hike Through to 2028

The ILO wrapped up its latest round of minimum wage talks during a session of the Joint Maritime Commission’s Subcommittee on Wages of Seafarers.

Royal Caribbean to Lead Cruise Market Through 2033

Crane Collapse Injures Two at Dutch Shipyard in Maasbracht

A crane accident at the Tinnemans Shipbuilding facility on Industrieweg in Maasbracht, Netherlands, led to injuries and damage to a vessel.

NCL Plans Major Upgrades for Great Stirrup Cay in 2025

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings reveals plans to introduce a range of new features and guest experiences at its private island, Great Stirrup Cay.

Fire Contained on Bulk Carrier Sider Olympia in UK Port

A large fire broke out on the Marshall Islands-flagged bulk carrier Sider Olympia on April 13 while it was docked at Northfleet port in the UK.

South Korea Saw Sharp Rise in Maritime Accidents in 2024

South Korea experienced a notable rise in maritime incidents and casualties in 2024, according to data from the Ministry of Oceans & Fisheries.

Starboard Expands Retail on TUI’s Mein Schiff Relax

Starboard Group is growing its collaboration with TUI Cruises by unveiling new luxury retail stores aboard the cruise ship Mein Schiff Relax.

Mardi Gras to Offer Short Cruises from Port Canaveral

Carnival announces that when Carnival Festivale joins the fleet in 2027 the Mardi Gras will transition to operating short cruises from the same port

HSM Wins Substation Contract for East Anglia Two Wind Farm

ScottishPower Renewables has awarded a key contract to HSM Offshore Energy for the East Anglia Two offshore wind project.