Maritime Bell Staff

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Sanctioned Tanker Komander Refloated After Suez Mishap

The sanctioned crude oil tanker Komander ran aground in the Suez Canal after suffering engine failure at midday on Tuesday October 28th.

Crew Member Dies In Tragic Accident Aboard P&O’s Arvia

A crew member has died following a workplace accident aboard P&O Cruises’ Arvia on October 26, just two days after the ship departed Southampton.

Panama Canal Seeks Partners For New Port Developments

Panama Canal Authority begins consultation process with maritime industry leaders to explore potential partnerships for developing new terminals.

Queen Mary 2 To Star In America’s 250th Celebration

Cunard announce Queen Mary 2 to play role in New York Harbor on July 4th, the official commemoration of 250th anniversary of American Independence

Stockholm Cruise Season Ends With Strong Growth

Ports of Stockholm announce close of this year’s cruise season, noting rebound in activity and increase in ship visits compared to last year.

British Woman Dies Aboard Cruise Ship Near Cannes

A Mediterranean voyage turned tragic when a British woman was discovered dead in her cabin aboard a cruise ship anchored off the coast of Cannes.

Fire Erupts on LPG Tanker Falcon Near Gulf of Aden

Fire has broken out on LPG tanker Falcon, located approx 113 nautical miles southeast of Aden. The ship is fully loaded with liquefied petroleum gas.

Norwegian Viva Brings Thousands of Visitors to Alexandria

The Port of Alexandria in Egypt recently hosted three calls from Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Viva between September and October.

IMO Fails to Reach Agreement on Net-Zero Framework

Talks at the IMO have ended without consensus on the proposed Net-Zero Framework, leaving the shipping sector uncertain about decarbonization efforts.

Silver Nova Begins 47-Day Grand Voyage Around Australia

Silversea Cruises announce departure of Silver Nova for a 47-day voyage circumnavigating Australia, giving guests chance to see 23 destinations.

RWE Halts Kent Offshore Wind Project in Australia

German energy company RWE announces it will discontinue development of the Kent offshore wind project located off the Gippsland coast, Australia.

MSC Foundation Joins Global Conservation Congress

MSC Foundation announced it participated in IUCN World Conservation Congress last week to advance global sustainability and environmental efforts.

China Begins Charging Special Port Fees on US Ships

China officially started imposing special port fees on vessels that are owned, operated, built, or flagged in the United States on Tuesday 14th.

CMA CGM Signs Deal with Cochin Shipyard for Six LNG Ships

France-based CMA CGM has signed a letter of intent with Cochin Shipyard Ltd (CSL) in India to construct six LNG-powered feeder containerships.

Norwegian Cruise Line Phasing Out Printed Daily Programs

Norwegian Cruise Line is gradually discontinuing printed versions of its onboard daily program, according to reports from guests on social media.

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