Maritime Bell Staff

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Maintenance Forces Itinerary Change for Independence of the Seas

Royal Caribbean has altered the itinerary of Independence of the Seas, canceling its planned call to Ålesund, Norway, due to ongoing maintenance.

Carnival Cruises Switches Back to Coca-Cola This Summer

Carnival Cruise Line is ending its beverage partnership with Pepsi and bringing Coca-Cola back on board as its official soft drink provider.

ILO Launches Study to Improve Ship Recycling in Pakistan

The International Labour Organization (ILO) has launched a detailed study to evaluate and improve Pakistan’s ship recycling industry.

Fire Breaks Out on Bulk Carrier Altay in Hull Dock

On June 27th a serious fire ignited on a bulk carrier named Altay, while it was docked at Albert Dock in Hull, in the north of the United Kingdom.

MSC Preziosa Sails from Hamburg to Svalbard and Beyond

The MSC Preziosa has recently embarked on a 14-night journey from Hamburg Port in Germany marking the start of its summer cruise schedule.

Cruise Ships Skip Cádiz Again Amid Labor Protests

For the second time in seven days, a cruise ship has bypassed Cádiz as labor strikes continue to disrupt the region’s maritime and tourism ops.

Fire Erupts on Bulk Carrier Chang Min in Lagos Port

A fire broke out aboard a Panama-flagged bulk carrier, on June 20 while it was anchored at the ENL Consortium Terminal at Lagos Port, Nigeria.

Russian Wheat Carrier Refloated After Volga Grounding

June 23, Navashino, a Russian-flagged cargo ship transporting wheat, ran aground on the Volga River, near the Balakhna cargo corridor in Russia.

Eleven Energy Launches to Expand Saudi Bunker Market

A Saudi Arabian prince, Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Saud has unveiled Eleven Energy, a newly established global bunkering firm.

Disney Adventure Reveals Cruise Merch With Global Flair

Disney Cruise Line Singapore unveils new collection of themed merchandise that will be featured aboard its upcoming ship, the Disney Adventure.

Disney Fantasy First in Italy to Refuel with Biofuel

The Disney Fantasy has made history by becoming the first cruise vessel in Italy to be powered with advanced biofuel, marking a notable achievement

Cargo Ship Stellamar Refloated After Running Aground

In the early hours of June 20th, a cargo vessel, the Stellamar, became grounded off the coast near Rauma, Finland. The ship had 8 crew onboard.

Australia Sanctions 60 Ships Tied to Russia’s Shadow Fleet

Australia has announced sanctions on 60 vessels associated with Russia’s "shadow fleet", which is used to sidestep international oil & gas limits

Two Killed in Steel Unloading Tragedy in Rotterdam Port

A tragic accident took place on June 19th aboard the inland cargo vessel Ronny-O, docked at Waalhaven in the Port of Rotterdam, Netherlands.

Royal Caribbean Plans Ship Overhauls and New Destinations

Royal Caribbean has revealed that three of its ships, Ovation of the Seas, Harmony of the Seas, and Liberty of the Seas, will undergo upgrades.

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