Maritime Bell Staff

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PortMiami Faces Fuel Uncertainty After Depot Sale

PortMiami could soon face a major operational challenge after the recent sale of its main fuel depot, according to a report by WLRN South Florida

P&O Cruises’ Iona Enters Drydock for First Major Overhaul

P&O Cruises’ flagship Iona has entered drydock at Damen Shipyard in Rotterdam for her first scheduled maintenance since joining the fleet in 2021

US Threatens Sanctions Over IMO Net Zero Shipping Plan

Trump administration escalated trade and maritime policies, warning countries supporting the IMO's Net Zero Framework could face sanctions.

China Strikes Back with Port Fee Hike on US-Linked Ships

Over the weekend several ships bound for China reversed course after Beijing unveiled retaliatory measures against vessels linked to the U.S.

Marella Finds 57% of Brits Open to Family Cruise Holidays

Marella Cruises reveals that more than half of British travelers would consider taking a multigenerational cruise, according to a company survey.

Vietnamese Fishing Vessel Sinks After Collision with Tanker

October 4, Vietnamese fishing boat BD 83019-TS sank following a collision with the South Korean-flagged oil tanker MS Favor near Ca Na estuary.

AIDA Funds Seven New Schools Through FLY & HELP Partnership

At this year’s Reiner Meutsch Foundation FLY & HELP charity gala, AIDA President Felix Eichhorn presented a check to founder Reiner Meutsch.

Costa Serena to Feature New Menus by Michelin Starred Chefs

Costa Serena to undergo major refurbishment ahead of its 2025-26 deployment in, marking the completion of Costa's €200 million fleet revitalization

Disney Fantasy Begins Drydock After European Debut Season

The Disney Fantasy has entered drydock at the Damen shipyard in France following the conclusion of its inaugural summer season in Europe.

Cargo Ship and Fishing Boat Collide Off Fort Kochi

October 1, cargo vessel MSC Silver II collided with fishing boat Prathyasha in the Arabian Sea near Fort Kochi, India. No injuries were reported.

Carnival Expands Meal Donation Program Into Latin America

Carnival has signed landmark memoranda of understandings with food banks and community partners in Mexico, Honduras, and the Dominican Republic.

AmaWaterways Unveils 2025 Festive Holiday Cruises

AmaWaterways reveals details of its 2025 Holiday Cruises, with limited availability for its Christmas Markets Cruises and Festive Delights Cruises

HS Schiffahrt and Mare Trust Order Multipurpose Newbuilds

Germany’s HS Schiffahrt partners with Mare Trust to expand into the multipurpose heavylift sector, with orders at Jiangsu Soho Marine Heavy Industry

Houthis Claim Attack and Announce New U.S. Targets

Houthis have confirmed responsibility for the latest assault in the Red Sea and identified new American-linked targets, according to a statement.

Cargo Ship Arda Suffers Engine Failure in Bosphorus

September 30, Turkey’s Directorate General of Coastal Safety confirmed that cargo vessel Arda suffered engine failure near Umuryeri in Istanbul.

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