Maritime Bell Staff

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V.Group Acquires Njord Fuel Efficiency Platform

V.Group has acquired Njord, the maritime fuel efficiency and decarbonization platform established by Maersk Tankers, for an undisclosed amount.

StarCruises and Under Armour Launch Fitness Cruise

StarCruises reveals partnership with Under Armour to introduce Fitness @ Sea, a wellness-driven cruise on the Star Voyager sailing on January 19.

Korean Register Names Lee Yongsok as New Chairman

Classification society Korean Register (KR) has named Lee Yongsok as its 26th chairman and chief executive following an election on December 23rd

Palau Takes State Control of Ship Registry After Sanctions

Palau Government to nationalize the Palau Open Ship Registry following sanctions imposed on the private company that previously operated the flag

Police Board Vessel After Baltic Sea Cable Damage

Latvian authorities boarded a ship on January 4 as part of an investigation into damage to an undersea cable in the Baltic Sea that was discovered

Seven Cruise Ships Welcomed 2026 Off Copacabana Beach

A total of seven cruise ships gathered off Rio de Janeiro’s Copacabana Beach to take part in the city’s famed New Year’s Eve celebrations.

Finnish Authorities Detain Fitburg Over Cable Damage Case

Finnish officials seized cargo ship Fitburg on Wednesday on suspicion it caused damage to undersea telecommunications cable linking Helsinki and Tallinn.

Russian Drone Strikes Damage Ports and Ships in Odesa Region

Russia carried out a wave of drone attacks across Ukraine’s Odesa region on December 30, causing damage to port facilities and civilian vessels.

Hong Kong Opens Tender for Kai Tak Cruise Terminal Operator

A new tender has been issued looking for someone to operate and manage the Kai Tak Cruise Terminal (KTCT) in Hong Kong from June 2028 onward.

DHT Sells Two Aging VLCCs as Fleet Renewal Continues

VLCC owner DHT Holdings is selling two of its oldest tankers, extending its ongoing fleet renewal strategy amid continued strength in vessel prices.

Fog Delays Carnival Spirit Arrival and Embarkation in Mobile

The Carnival Spirit cruise ship was forced to arrive late in Mobile on Sunday 28th December after heavy fog reduced visibility in the port area.

Fatal Fire Damages Passenger Vessel in Cox’s Bazar

A fire erupted on board the passenger vessel Atlantic Cruise on December 27th while it was berthed at Nuniachhara in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh.

Marella Cruises Launches Savings on Sailings Through 2027

Marella Cruises has introduced a new promotion offering savings on cruises booked between December 22nd and March 2nd, through summer 2027.

Norwegian Cruise Line Shares Holiday Thanks with Crew Members

With the holiday season underway, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings issues a message of gratitude to crew members and island teams across its fleet.

Norwegian Reintroduces Free at Sea Plus with Expanded Perks

Norwegian Cruise Line announces return of its Free at Sea Plus package, enhancing the existing Free at Sea program with additional benefits.

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