Maritime Bell Staff

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NYK Partners to Reintroduce Ship Recycling in Japan

The Japanese shipping company Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK) is taking steps to once again revive ship recycling in Japan.

Potential U.S. East & Gulf Coast Dockworker Strike Looms Large

With less than two weeks left to reach an agreement, the possibility of 45,000 American dockworkers going on strike next month appears likely.

Ribost Gets Permit to Add New Storage Tanks at Long Beach Port

Ribost Terminals submitted a request for a Harbor Development Permit to build two petroleum storage tanks, each with a capacity of 25,000 barrels

Norwegian Spirit to Split 2026 with S. Pacific, Alaska, Hawaii

During Norwegian’s 2026 summer season, the Norwegian Spirit will divide its time between the South Pacific, Alaska, and Hawaii.

Disney Destiny to Launch from Fort Lauderdale in 2025

Disney’s new ship, Disney Destiny, will offer four- and five-night cruises from Fort Lauderdale’s Port Everglades during its debut season.

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.

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