Maritime Bell Staff

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Norwegians Make Deals in Clean Tanker Segment

Norwegian shipping firms have been notably quiet this year with minimal activity, but this scenario has recently shifted with deals being made.

Body Recovered of Fifth Baltimore Bridge Collapse Victim

On May 1st, 2024, the Unified Command confirmed the recovery of another victim's body from the site of the Francis Scott Key Bridge incident.

Viking Cruises’ Orion Made Maiden Call at Kobe in April

Viking Cruises' ship, Orion, marked its first visit to Kobe on April 19th, 2024, as a part of its extensive Grand Pacific Explorer voyage.

Bulk Carrier Cargo Hold Fire Reported in Southampton, UK

A bulk carrier, the Clipper Kythira, experienced a fire in its fifth cargo hold while docked in Southampton Port, UK, on Sunday, April 28th.

Thousands Welcome Queen Anne at Southampton Port, UK

Cunard's latest addition, the Queen Anne, has docked at her homeport of Southampton in preparation for her inaugural journey to Lisbon this week.

May 10th Removal Date for Baltimore Bridge Container Ship

Authorities anticipate the Dali containership, currently in Baltimore port after hitting the Francis Scott Key bridge, will be removed by May 10

Hapag-Lloyd CEO Voices Optimism Over End of Red Sea Crisis

The CEO of German shipping giant Hapag-Lloyd, Rolf Habben Jansen, expressed optimism on Monday about resolving the Red Sea crisis by year's end.

Red Sea Houthi Drone Attack Neutralized by Italian Navy

An Italian naval vessel neutralized a drone launched by Yemen's Houthi rebels aimed at a European freighter, according to Italy's defense ministry

Iran to Finally Release Crew of the MSC Aries

Iran's foreign minister announced over the weekend that the crew of the MSC Aries, a vessel with a capacity of 15,000 TEU, will soon be released.

Express Asia-Mexico Service Launched by OOCL

OOCL has launched a new shipping service, the Transpacific Latin Pacific 5 (TLP5), as part of its Asia–Latin America route offerings.

CNA CGM & Bpifrance Launch €200m Energy Transition Fund

CMA CGM and public investment bank Bpifrance announce creation of €200M fund dedicated to advancing energy transition in French maritime sector.

Plans for Up To 12 Offshore Wind Auctions Announced by US

US unveils five-year plan for offshore wind energy development, which proposes up to 12 potential offshore wind energy lease sales through 2028.

Partnership for DP World & Malaysia’s Sabah Ports

Container terminal operator DP World has teamed up with Malaysia's Sabah Ports to manage and enhance the Sapangar Bay Container Port.

Haiti Fuel Terminal at a Standstill Due to Armed Gangs

Operations at a major fuel import terminal in Haiti were halted after an armed gang took control, seizing trucks and forcing the facility's closure

Dali's Owner & Manager to Face Court Trial in Baltimore

Singapore-based shipowner Grace Ocean & shipmanager Synergy Group are to face trial in Baltimore after the city's legal team initiate a lawsuit.

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