Timo A. Schön Appointed Bremerhaven's General Manager
Hong Kong Cracks Down on Smuggling; Seizes Three Containers
New Hanseatic Global Terminals Revealed by Hapag-Lloyd
Disney Adventure Unveils Seven Themed Zones On SE Asia Debut
Oceania Cruises Launches Grandest Polynesia Season To Date
Independence Day Flash Sale Unveiled by Margaritaville at Sea
ONE to Improve Thailand Indonesia Service
Shipping
Car Carrier Fleet Expected to Grow by 40% in Next Few Years
The booming market for PCTCs, where daily rates have hit six figures for months, is projected to expand by around 40% in the next few years.
![A COSCO Shipping vessel at sea](https://assets.maritimebell.com/literature/75b7c319-7a63-4b58-b267-ad06ac211a5f/cosco-cargo-ship-w1920x1280.jpg)
COSCO Unveils New Mexico Pacific-Far East Service
COSCO Shipping has introduced its new Mexico Express Service (WSA5), linking major Mexican Pacific ports with prominent Far East ports.
![Two ships in locks at the Panama Canal](https://assets.maritimebell.com/literature/62263034-0fd1-42c8-9747-68351b9e66e5/panama-canal2-w4113x2731.jpg)
Panama Canal Announces More Transit & Draft Increases
The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) has recently announced an additional increase in both draft limits and daily transit numbers.
![The MSC Lisa container ship seen from above](https://assets.maritimebell.com/literature/f1176a99-58b0-43ae-a2e0-e03038e451b3/msc-lisa-w1920x1440.jpg)
MSC Enhances Asia Service Network with New & Upgraded Routes
MSC has announced updates to its Asia service network by enhancing two existing services while also introducing a brand new one.
Ports
Insurer Cap for Singapore Oil Spill Set at S$8 Million
The insurer for the bunker tanker involved in the recent oil spill in Singapore has a claim limit of S$8 million (US$5.9 million).
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Container Fire Reported at Port of Antwerp-Bruges
The Port of Antwerp-Bruges reported a fire incident at the MSC PSA European Terminal (MPET), quay 1742 on June 24 at 05:30 (local time).
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Panama Canal Announces Increase in Daily Transits
The Panama Canal has announced an increase in the number of daily transits rising from a total of 32 to 33, effective from July 11th.
![A ONE container ship](https://assets.maritimebell.com/literature/bc4f9ee1-75ed-4f30-8e18-40e39b8ddab7/one-container-ship-2-w1920x1280.jpg)
ONE Modern is First Vessel on West India North America Route
ONE Modern has become the inaugural vessel for the new West India North America service, establishing a route between India and ports in Georgia.
Accidents
Twelve 'Suspicious' Boats Surround Bulk Carrier Off Yemen
On June 30, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported that a dozen suspicious small boats surrounded a vessel in the Red Sea.
![Houthis attacking a bulk carrier](https://assets.maritimebell.com/literature/41a98ad3-3981-4246-82e5-8b61cda92541/houthis-attacking-bulk-carrier-w1024x1024.jpg)
Houthis Claim Responsibility for Red Sea Attack on Bulker
On June 27, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported an attack on a commercial vessel transiting the Red Sea.
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Bulk Carrier Sinks in Java Sea After Onboard Fire
Indonesian maritime authorities have announced that the bulk carrier MV Noah Satu has sunk in the Java Sea after a fire broke out onboard.
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ITF Calls for Action to Ensure Seafarer Protection from Houthis
The International Transport Workers’ Federation and seafarers’ union urged the global community to take action to ensure the safety of seafarers.
Cruise Industry
New Ships & Transfers Mean Larger Share of Carnival Fleet
Carnival Cruise Line is expanding rapidly with the addition of new ships, transfers from Costa, and two P&O Australia ships.
![The AIDAbella cruise ship in port](https://assets.maritimebell.com/literature/d12c9f4f-0302-4870-a986-e5cc0a703816/aida-bella-w1920x1087.jpg)
AIDA Drydock Initiative Promises Exceptional Returns
The AIDA Evolution drydock program is expected to deliver big returns, according to Carnival Corporation’s president and CEO, Josh Weinstein.
![A person playing a trumpet in a jazz lounge](https://assets.maritimebell.com/literature/02a31e9c-c453-4373-9730-31f3ea5cc648/jazz-w1920x1080.jpg)
New Food & Entertainment Options for Disney Treasure
The Disney Treasure is to introduce new dining and entertainment options when it begins service in late 2024, as announced by Disney Cruise Line.
![The village of Haria on Lanzarote](https://assets.maritimebell.com/literature/aaf3e295-9113-4b6a-af66-1e6f8174f3e8/haria-lanzarote-w1920x1280.jpg)
Mike Horn & Explora Partner for Canary Island Adventures
Explora Journeys has unveiled two unique Destination Experiences led by their brand ambassador, the explorer Mike Horn.
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