Maritime Bell Staff

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Windstar Cruises Lands Exclusive Partnership with O2 Arena

London’s O2 Arena has revealed a new sponsorship deal by partnering exclusively with the upscale cruise line, Windstar Cruises.

MSC Joins CMA CGM in New Moroccan Container Terminal Project

Mediterranean Shipping Co has partnered with rival CMA CGM to invest in a new terminal at one of Africa’s fastest-growing container hubs, Morocco

Fire Breaks Out on Cargo Ship in English Channel, Crew Safe

A fire broke out on the Grande Brasile, a Grimaldi cargo vessel, while it was transiting the English Channel on February 18th.

Cause Still Unknown in Seajewel Oil Tanker Explosion

The cause behind the explosion on the oil tanker Seajewel on February 14th remains unknown, despite authorities launching an investigation.

MSC Expands Lead Over Rivals as Largest Standalone Carrier

Mediterranean Shipping Co is set to widen its lead over competitors, with new data showing it will soon outpace its closest rival by 2 million TEU

Wallenius Wilhelmsen Conducts Japan Biofuel Bunkering Trial

Wallenius Wilhelmsen has achieved a significant step in its sustainability strategy with the successful bunkering trial of Bio Bunker B24 in Japan

Carnival Hosts Largest Vow Renewal at Sea on Valentine’s Day

Carnival Cruise Line celebrated its biggest vow renewal event at sea this Valentine’s Day, with ceremonies taking place across all its 27 ships.

MSC Cruises New Barcelona Terminal Now Open

MSC Cruises began operations at its brand-new terminal in the Port of Barcelona last Saturday. The facility covers 12,580 square meters.

Cruise Ship Chaos: Passenger Turns Argument into Ketchup War

A chaotic scene unfolded onboard what is believed to be the Norwegian Getaway, when a passenger escalated an row into a wild ketchup showdown.

Bulk Carrier Lila Incheon Hits Quay at Brunsbüttel Port

Liberian-flagged bulk carrier Lila Incheon made contact with the quay while maneuvering to berth at Brunsbüttel Port on the Elbe River, Germany.

Vietnam’s Newest Deep-Water Port Begins Operations

Vietnam’s Hateco Hai Phong International Container Port (HHIT), the country’s most modern deep-water port, has officially launched operations.

Panama Defends Ship Registry Amid US Sanctions Pressure

The Panama Maritime Authority (PMA) has defended its stance on sanctioned vessels, emphasizing that it is actively deflagging non-compliant ships

Cunard to Reach Over 250 Agents in UK Sales Blitz

Cunard has unveiled plans to engage with over 250 travel agents across more than 60 stores as part of its first 2025 sales blitz in the UK.

Virgin Unveils New Valentine Itineraries, Dining & Shows

Virgin Voyages is making waves this Valentine’s Week with announcements including new Caribbean itineraries and expanded entertainment offerings.

COSCO Shipping Energy Plans $378M Investment in Six Tankers

COSCO Shipping Energy Transportation has unveiled plans to invest CNY 3.496 billion ($378.3 million) in the construction of six new tankers.

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