Maritime Bell Staff

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Japanese COVID-19 Film Onboard Diamond Princess Set to Debut

The first Japanese film to depict the real-life events of the COVID-19 pandemic set onboard the Diamond Princess is set for release in June 2025.

Costa Smeralda First Cruise Ship to Bunker LNG in Dubai

Costa Smeralda, while operating her winter cruise season in the United Arab Emirates, has become the first cruise ship to refuel there with LNG.

CMA CGM Welcomes New Vessel Escurial to Its Fleet

On January 7th, the French shipping giant CMA CGM announced the delivery of its latest vessel ot its fleet, the CMA CGM Escurial.

JEF Deploys Advanced AI System to Monitor Undersea Threats

The Joint Expeditionary Force, a UK-led military partnership in Northern Europe, has activated a system to detect threats to undersea infrastructure

Princess Cruises Unveils Amore Princess 0% Alcohol Collection

Princess Cruises has introduced the Amore Princess Zero Alcohol Collection, a lineup of premium non-alcoholic beverages set to launch in March.

Brazil Prepares for Greener Fuels in Cruise Industry

Brazilian authorities and suppliers are gearing up to embrace the cruise industry’s newest green technologies and sustainable fuels.

COSCO & Other Chinese Firms Added to US Pentagon Blacklist

COSCO has been included in a list of companies the US Department of Defense identifies as having ties to China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA).

Viking Launches Explorers’ Sale with Special Offers for 2025

Viking has introduced its Explorers’ Sale, offering North American travelers exclusive incentives on its river, ocean, and expedition cruises.

Crew Rescued After Fire on Bulk Carrier Panoria off Taiwan

On January 4th, four crew members were rescued from the bulk carrier Panoria after a fire broke out in its engine room off the coast of Taiwan.

Port of Bilbao Sets Record with 81 Cruise Ship Visits in 2024

The 2024 cruise season at Spain's Port of Bilbao began on April 5, setting a new record with 81 cruise ships arriving/departing throughout the year.

Maersk Launches New SLN Mediterranean Sea C Service

Danish shipping company Maersk is merging its SLH and SLZ services to create the new SLN – Mediterranean Sea C service.

Crew Member Missing from Bulk Carrier RTM Zheng He

A deck fitter aboard the bulk carrier RTM Zheng He was reported missing on December 26 while the vessel was en route from China to Australia.

MSC Cruises Faces Complaint Over Environmental Claims

An environmental advocacy group has filed a complaint against MSC Cruises, accusing the company of using 'deceptive and unlawful advertising.'

Fire Aboard Bulk Carrier Extinguished Without Injury

December 26, fire broke out on the bulk carrier Phillip Bay while it was sailing in waters about 40 kilometers north of Cherbourg, France.

Singfar Group Plans Fleet Expansion with LNG Bunker Vessels

Singfar Group is poised to enhance its fleet with up to four newly constructed LNG bunker vessels say industry insiders.

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