Maritime Bell Staff

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Hurricane Oscar Forces Cruise Ships to Alter Bahamas Itineraries

Hurricane Oscar is causing disruptions for cruise ships in the Bahamas, forcing at least four vessels to modify their itineraries.

Fire Breaks Out in Tanker’s Engine Room, Crew Rescued

October 21, fire erupted in engine room of Malta-flagged products tanker, Med Atlantic. All 22 crew members were rescued, with no reported injuries.

Ports Facing Congestion Crisis as Vessel Bunching Surges

Container ports are grappling with severe scheduling disruptions not seen since the height of the global COVID-19 pandemic.

Carnival Cruise Line Enhances Training for Travel Advisors

Carnival is rolling out an improved version of its Learn & Earn platform for travel advisors, expanding its popular Loyalty Rocks! program.

Houthis Claim Drone Attack on Containership in Arabian Sea

On October 18th, Houthi forces based in Yemen announced they had targeted a container ship, the Megalopolis, in the Arabian Sea.

Ocean Network Express Expands East Coast 2 Service

Singapore-based shipping company ONE is enhancing its East Coast 2 service as part of its recently announced 2025 East-West product updates.

Hellenic Cables Partners with Leading Light Wind on NJ Project

Hellenic Cables has entered into a partnership with Leading Light Wind, an offshore wind project located near the New Jersey coast.

Philippines Approves 1.65GW in Offshore Wind Projects

The Department of Energy of the Philippines has granted certificates of confirmation of commerciality to three offshore wind projects.

Carnival Updates Itineraries for 2025 & 2026 Sailings

Carnival Cruise Line has announced further itinerary adjustments for several of its ships, impacting cruises scheduled for 2025 and 2026.

Margaritaville at Sea Announces New Sailings to Nassau in 2025

Margaritaville at Sea has unveiled new itineraries to Nassau, starting in January aboard the Paradise with departures from the Port of Palm Beach

India Approves Coastal Shipping Bill to Boost Efficiency

India's cabinet has approved the Coastal Shipping Bill, aimed at streamlining shipping operations across the country & better inland integration

Bangladesh Issues Warning After Fire on Ship Carrying LPG

Following a major fire off its coast, the Bangladeshi government has urged local companies to stop working with sanctioned ships and cargoes.

Maersk Places Landmark Orders for LNG Dual-Fuel Vessels in China

Brokers report that Maersk has turned to China for its latest expansion, placing significant orders for LNG dual-fuel vessels.

Saguenay Welcomes 600,000th Cruise Passenger w/ Holland America

On October 8, 2024, Saguenay reached a significant milestone, welcoming its 600,000th cruise passenger aboard Holland America’s Volendam.

Cement Carrier Blue Ciment 1 Disabled Near Bosphorus

A Liberian-flagged cement carrier, the Blue Ciment 1, encountered engine failure while sailing from Norway to Zonguldak, Turkey.

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