Maritime Bell Staff

Fire Breaks Out on Decommissioned Vessel at Port of Spain

On Tuesday, May 14, the Port of Spain reported a fire on a retired vessel, AV Aqua Marine, anchored off the Trinidad and Tobago port.

NYK & Partners to Create World’s First Biomass-Fueled Ship

Nippon Yusen Kaisha has partnered with NYK Bulk & Projects Carriers, Tsuneishi, and Drax to develop the world’s first biomass-fueled vessel.

Another Month of Cargo Growth for Long Beach in April

The Port of Long Beach in California, USA moved 750,424 TEUs in April, marking a 14.4% increase compared to the same month in 2023.

Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries to Build LPG Carriers for MOL

In industry news, Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) has commissioned Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries to construct two 88,000 cubic meter LPG carriers.

Dali Lost Electrical Power Several Times Before Bridge Crash

Federal investigators report the Dali experienced multiple power failures, including the day before its the Francis Scott Key Bridge collision.

Ports of Shanghai & Barcelona Collude on Innovative Projects

The ports of Shanghai and Barcelona have signed an agreement to explore opportunities in innovative projects in the port and maritime fields.

SpaceX’s Starlink Rollout Completed Across Carnival Fleet

Brooklyn & Howland Hook Marine Terminals Set for Upgrades

A port upgrade project that will transform the Brooklyn Marine Terminal into a modern maritime port has been announced by New York authorities.

SFL Corporation Signs Agreement to Charter Vessels to Maersk

On Tuesday, May 14th, SFL Corporation signed an agreement to charter three of its 10,600 TEU vessels to Maersk for five years.

Cruise Saudi & Jeddah Historic District Program Sign MoU

Cruise Saudi and the Jeddah Historic District Program have entered into a MoU to manage the growing influx of international visitors to the area.

Trump Wants to Eliminate Offshore Wind if Second Term Won

Donald Trump the Republic candidate, announced plans to target offshore wind projects with an executive order if he returns to the White House.

Singapore to Merge Both of its Cruise Terminals

Singapore's cruise operations, currently split between HarbourFront and Marina South, are set to be unified over the forthcoming years.

Inquiry into US Navy Ship Grounding Finds Captain at Fault

An investigation into a grounding incident involving a US Navy vessel has pinpointed negligence and a lack of situational awareness by the crew.

Duval-Leroy the Preferred Champagne for Silversea Cruises

Silversea Cruises has chosen Duval-Leroy as the preferred champagne brand for its fleet, highlighting a shared dedication to top-tier quality.