Maritime Bell Staff

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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.

Tanker Pirate Assault Foiled by Operation Atalanta

During a maritime security operation near Somalia, Operation Atalanta confirmed its naval forces had apprehended a group of suspected pirates.

Sixth Baltimore Bridge Victim Identified by Authorities

Salvage teams under the Unified Command have found the sixth casualty in the aftermath of the Baltimore Francis Scott Key bridge collapse.

Miami In-Transit Gateway Solution Launched by Maersk

Maersk has broadened its air freight services with the opening of a fully integrated, in-transit gateway solution in Miami, USA, as of April.

Ukraine Makes Black Sea Ports Container Comeback

The first cellular container vessel since the Russian invasion of Ukraine docked at the Ukrainian Black Sea ports on April 21st say reports.

New President of Panama Has Canal Water Levels Top of Agenda

The newly elected president of Panama, Jose Raul Mulino, has prioritized the water levels of the Panama Canal as a focus of his administration.

Port of Vancouver Gears Up for Record Breaking Cruise Season

The Port of Vancouver is preparing for a bustling cruise season as it anticipates a record number of around 1.27 million passengers to visit.

Bulk Carrier Runs Aground Whilst Navigating Istanbul Strait

On Tuesday May 7th, the Liberian-registered bulk carrier Alexis ran aground near Hayadarpaşa while navigating the Istanbul Strait in Turkey.

Houthis Launch Attack on Two More MSC Vessels

Yesterday (Tuesday 7th May), two further container ships owned by Mediterranean Shipping Co (MSC) were attacked by Houthi forces.

Ireland Bars Docking of Aged Livestock Carrier

A livestock carrier built in 1979 is roaming the southern Europe Mediterranean, currently without destination after being denied entry to Ireland

Another MSC-Operated Container Ship Targeted by Houthis

The MSC Orion, a 15,000 TEU container ship operated by MSC, was attacked by a long-range Houthi drone in the Indian Ocean on 26th April.

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.

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