Maritime Bell Staff

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Carnival Cruise Line Announces Route Changes for 14 Sailings

Carnival Cruise Line has announced additional itinerary changes for nine sailings on two of its ships, the Carnival Vista and Carnival Sunrise.

Virgin Voyages & IDeaS to Launch Cruise Revenue System

Virgin Voyages has announced a partnership with IDeaS Revenue Solutions to implement an advanced RMS tailored specifically to the cruise industry

Norwegian Cancels Norwegian Bliss’ April 2025 Alaska Cruise

Norwegian Cruise Line has canceled one of Norwegian Bliss’ scheduled cruises to Alaska, a trip that was originally planned for April 2, 2025.

Yangzijiang, Tsuneishi Form Joint Venture with $117m Investment

Singapore-listed Yangzijiang Shipbuilding, China's largest private shipbuilder, has announced a joint venture with Japan’s Tsuneishi Holdings.

Carnival Monitoring Hurricane Francine for Potential Impact

Carnival Cruise Line is closely tracking Hurricane Francine and assessing its possible effects on cruise operations in the Gulf region.

Inland Freighter Strikes Willemsbrug Bridge, Drops Containers

On September 11th at approximately 8:45am local time, an inland motor freighter, Nijmegen Max, collided with the Willemsbrug Bridge in Rotterdam.

$16 Million Settlement Reached Over Jacksonville Ship Fire

On September 9th, a settlement exceeding $16 million was reached in a lawsuit stemming from the fire aboard the Hoegh Xiamen in Jacksonville, USA

Carnival Spirit Begins Series of Long Cruises from Seattle

Today, Wednesday 11th September, the Carnival Spirit is to depart from Seattle on the first of three consecutive Carnival Journeys voyages.

US Blocks Vessels for Alleged Iranian Arms Shipments to Russia

September 10th, US announces sanctions on several vessels involved in transporting munitions from Iran to Russia, accusing Iran of supplying arms

French Atlantic Ports Anticipate 875,000+ Cruise Guests in 2024

The French Atlantic Ports are projected to welcome more than 875,000 cruise passengers in 2024, as announced in a recent statement.

AIDAprima Runs on 100% Renewable Bio Marine Fuel in Rotterdam

On September 5, 2024, AIDA Cruises marked a milestone by refueling the AIDAprima with 100 percent renewable Bio Marine Fuel for the first time.

Man Dies Following Explosion at Sitakunda Shipbreaking Yard

A 38-year-old man passed away on Sunday while being transported to Dhaka for advanced medical care after an explosion at a Sitakunda shipbreakers

Disney Wonder Celebrates 25 Years with Milestone Voyages

Disney Wonder has marked its 25th anniversary in service. Launched as Disney’s second ship, the 1,750-passenger vessel began operations in 1999.

Campari Hosts Exclusive Events Aboard Oasis of the Seas

Campari Group Global Travel Retail Americas launched two special events aboard Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas at the end of June.

Costa Cruises to Focus Heavily on Europe in 2024

Costa Cruises will allocate the majority of its capacity to the Med and North Europe, with over 55% of its operations concentrated in these regions

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