Maritime Bell Staff

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Royal Caribbean Plans Ship Overhauls and New Destinations

Royal Caribbean has revealed that three of its ships, Ovation of the Seas, Harmony of the Seas, and Liberty of the Seas, will undergo upgrades.

Ferry Melita Sinks Near Zadar; All Safely Rescued

On June 16th, the Croatian ferry Melita sank off the country’s coastline after waves struck the vessel and caused a crack in its hull.

Shanghai Minsheng Orders Two Feeder Ships from New Dayang

Shanghai Minsheng Shipping reaches an agreement with Chinese shipbuilder New Dayang for the construction of two 1,100 TEU feeder container ships.

Carnival Valor Returns with New Features After Drydock

Carnival Valor has emerged from a recent drydock in Europe and is now boasting a variety of new venues and guest-focused enhancements.

Cunard Unveils Bold New Campaign to Redefine Cruising

Cunard has unveiled a striking new global brand campaign under the bold slogan: “Why cruise when you can Cunard”. Watch the advert's video here.

Cargo Ship Collides in Bremen; Captain Faces Alcohol Probe

A cargo ship flying the Norwegian flag, Wilson Nanjing, was involved in a collision with a docked vessel at Germany’s Bremen port on June 12.

Finnish Police Accuse Tanker Crew Over Baltic Cable Damage

Finnish authorities accuse officers aboard the Eagle S oil tanker of serious criminal acts after the ship caused damage to undersea infrastructure

Crane Topples at Tuas Port During Delivery, No Injuries

A newly delivered quay crane toppled over at Singapore’s Tuas port on Sunday afternoon while being positioned at an inactive berth.

Jana Luth Appointed Head of Communications at AIDA

AIDA Cruises announced that of July 1, Jana Luth will assume the role of press spokesperson and head of communication at its Rostock headquarters

Queen Elizabeth Begins First Alaskan Season from Seattle

June 12th marked the arrival of Cunard’s updated Queen Elizabeth at the Port of Seattle, launching her inaugural homeport season in the city.

Crew Members Attacked During Shore Leave in Corsica

A night off turned violent for two Mein Schiff 4 crew members during a stopover in Ajaccio, Corsica, when they were assaulted outside a nightclub

Fred. Olsen Balmoral Begins 2025 Summer Cruises from Rosyth

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines made a return to the Port of Rosyth, Scotland on June 7, 2025, launching its summer sailing season with the Balmoral.

Crew Member Honored for Heroic Act Aboard Cruise Ship

Royal Caribbean recognizes crew member Nitin Kumar with the prestigious Hero Award for quick response that prevented potential injuries.

Petrobras Launches Offshore Wind Pilot Near Rio Coast

Petrobras, Brazil’s state-controlled oil and gas giant, initiates tenders for pilot offshore wind project located off Rio de Janeiro state

Carnival Unveils ‘Funnel Faves’ to Celebrate Advisors

Carnival introduces Funnel Faves initiative to recognize travel advisors, acknowledged by the company as essential to creating memorable cruises.

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