MSC Cruises to Sponsor Three Formula 1 Races in 2025
MSC Cruises announces its role as sponsor for three F1 World Championship races in the 2025 season, strengthening its partnership with the sport.
Corporate News
Equinor Secures $3B Funding for Empire Wind 1 in the US
Norwegian energy leader Equinor has secured a $3 billion financing package to support its Empire Wind 1 project in the United States.
Vallianz Reports Cyberattack, Business Operations Unaffected
Singapore-based offshore support vessel operator Vallianz has fallen victim to a cyberattack, which granted unauthorized access to its servers.
MSC Cruises Faces Complaint Over Environmental Claims
An environmental advocacy group has filed a complaint against MSC Cruises, accusing the company of using 'deceptive and unlawful advertising.'
Singfar Group Plans Fleet Expansion with LNG Bunker Vessels
Singfar Group is poised to enhance its fleet with up to four newly constructed LNG bunker vessels say industry insiders.
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year from Maritime Bell
Maritime Bell would like to wish all of our readers a very merry Christmas and a happy and prosperous 2025. See you in 2025!
Carnival Corporation Named a Best-Managed Company for 2024
Carnival has earned a spot on The Wall Street Journal's Management Top 250 list, being recognized as one of the Best-Managed Companies of 2024.
South Korea Awards 1.9GW of Offshore Wind Capacity in Auction
South Korea's Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy has allocated nearly 1.9GW of offshore wind capacity via its latest offshore wind auction.
MSC Cruises Centralizes Crew Recruitment at Italian HQ
MSC Cruises has announced a major overhaul of its hiring process, moving all crew recruitment activities to its office in Sorrento, Italy.
COSCO Expands Dry Bulk Fleet with 10 New Kamsarmax Vessels
COSCO Shipping is advancing its large-scale expansion in the dry bulk sector with a new order for 10 kamsarmax bulk carriers.
Hapag-Lloyd Announces Rate Hike for India-Middle East to US
Hapag-Lloyd has announced a GRI / GRA for container shipments moving from the Indian Subcontinent and Middle East to North America.
Port of Oakland Secures $10.5M Grant for Zero-Emission Shift
The Port of Oakland has been awarded $10.5 million from the EPA as a part of the agency’s Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle grant program.
Doun Kisen Expands Bulk Carrier Fleet with Four New Orders
Japan's Doun Kisen has increased its bulk carrier orderbook in China, placing orders for four vessels according to multiple shipbroking sources.
Saudi Arabia Launches 'No Limits' Campaign with Aroya Cruise
The SRSA has unveiled the "No Limits" campaign in conjunction with the maiden voyage of the Aroya, Saudi's first cruise ship to sail the Red Sea
Biden Unveils Plan for Net-Zero Emissions in Maritime Sector
On December 11th, U.S. President Joe Biden introduced the U.S. Maritime Decarbonization Action Plan, aimed at decarbonizing the maritime industry
CMA CGM Secures 30-Year Deal to Operate Lyon Container Ports
The port of Lyon is set for a major upgrade as CMA CGM has secured a 30-year contract to manage two of its container terminals.
China Expands Lead as World’s Top Shipowning Nation
China is solidifying its position as the world's largest shipowning nation, pulling nearly 30 million gross tons ahead of Greece, according to a report
Royal Caribbean Announces Increased Dividend for Shareholders
Royal Caribbean Cruises' Board of Directors has approved a quarterly dividend of $0.55 per common share, payable on January 13 to shareholders.
Wallenius Wilhelmsen Secures Major Deals with Biofuel Focus
Wallenius Wilhelmsen finalizes two long-term shipping agreements with automobile manufacturers, both featuring a commitment to using biofuel.
Greenpeace to Pay £300,000 in Settlement with Shell
Greenpeace reached a settlement with Shell, agreeing to pay £300,000 (aprx $383,000) to the Royal National Lifeboat Institution as part of the resolution.