Maritime Bell Staff

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Norwegian Cruise Line Set to Sail from Philadelphia

Norwegian Cruise Line announces homeporting program from Philadelphia marking the first time in 15+ years that a cruise ship will sail from the city

Oman Reports Capsizing of Product Tanker Prestige Falcon

Oman's Maritime Security Centre announced that the product tanker Prestige Falcon had capsized 25 nautical miles southwest of Ras Madrakah, Oman.

Three Separate Red Sea Attacks Claimed by Houthis

On Monday, July 15th, Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for targeting three vessels: the Bentley I, the Olvia and the Chios Lion.

Passenger Boat & Tanker Collision; Death & Injuries Reported

July 13, U.S. Coast Guard Sector Corpus Christi report collision between commercial tanker and small passenger boat near Port Aransas, Texas.

Detained Oil Tanker Adventure Sweet Finally Leaves Iran

The oil tanker Adventure Sweet, detained by Iran for over a year, has been released and is now heading towards international waters.

New Jersey's Scrapped Offshore Wind Project Not Giving Up

Germany-based RWE and New York-based National Grid are making another attempt to advance the Community Offshore Wind project.

‘Sea-Sational' Summer Sale Launched by Ambassador Cruises

Ambassador Cruise Line introduces its ‘Sea-Sational Summer Savings’ campaign, offering 20% off 2024-25 sailings, as announced in a press release.

Strike Action at German Ports of Hamburg & Bremerhaven

Negotiations between terminals and unions have been ongoing for several weeks, leading to strikes by union members at Hamburg and Bremerhaven.

Parks and Recreation Month Celebrated at Port of San Diego

On July 9, the Board of Port Commissioners approved a resolution supporting Parks and Recreation Month, as stated in a press release.

Maersk Container Ship Attacked by Houthis in Red Sea

July 9, the British maritime security agency, United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations received a report of an attack on a vessel in the Red Sea.

Passengers Rescued After Ferry Fire Off Balearic Islands

On July 8, the Spanish rescue agency Salvamento Maritimo successfully evacuated passengers from a burning ferry off the Balearic Islands.

Major Price Fluctuations Reported by Chinese Cruise Guests

Sources in China report that cruise prices for the Chinese market are experiencing notable fluctuations as sailing dates approach.

Healthy Profits & Revenue Reported by Piraeus Port Authority

Piraeus Port Authority announced the successful conclusion of its Annual General Meeting of shareholders, held on July 4 2024 via teleconference.

MSC Acquires Two Container Ships Under Construction in China

Mediterranean Shipping Co (MSC) has acquired two containerships that are currently under construction in China from BAL Container Line.

Yang Ming Achieves Biofuel Bunkering Landmark in South Korea

Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation revealed its vessel YM Together has become the first foreign-flagged ship in South Korea to use biofuel.

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