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Coast Guard Tow Boat Away From Causeway
A boat broke from its moorings and was drifting towards the Causeway, and the Bermuda Coast Guard attended and towed the boat to the Grotto Bay Dock. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre [BMOC] spokesperson said, “November 15 | Staff at the Grotto Bay hotel contacted Bermuda Radio to advise a large boat had broken from its moorings in Grotto Bay... Read more of this article
Shipping Schedule: Week Starting Nov 23
The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, November 23rd. On Sunday the Splendid Ace vehicle carrier is expected, on Monday the Oleander container ship will arrive, on Tuesday the Celebrity Silhouette cruise ship and the Norwegian Prima cruise ship are scheduled... Read more of this article
Bermuda Celebrates World Fisheries Day
The Ministry of Home Affairs said they proudly join the global community in celebrating World Fisheries Day, saying “this annual observance highlights the vital role of fisheries in sustaining food security, livelihoods, and marine ecosystems.” A Government spokesperson said, “Bermuda’s fishing industry is a cornerstone of the... Read more of this article
Pink Route Ferry Service Resumes
The Paget/Warwick Ferry [Pink Route] resumed normal service at 7:15 a.m. today [Nov 20] after a temporary suspension. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Transport is pleased to inform the public that the Paget/Warwick Ferry [Pink Route] has resumed normal operations as of 7:15 a.m. this morning, following the temporary suspension... Read more of this article
Pink Route Ferry Service Suspended
Service on the Pink Route ferry has been temporarily suspended effective at 3.45pm today [Nov 19] “due to mechanical issues.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Transport wishes to inform commuters that due to mechanical issues, the Paget/Warwick Ferry [Pink Route] has been cancelled effective 3:45pm today until further... Read more of this article
Recommendations For Marine Spatial Plan
The Ministry of Home Affairs said they are “pleased to announce the receipt and review of the final recommendations from the Independent Panel regarding the Bermuda Blue Prosperity Plan [BPP].” A Government spokesperson said, “These recommendations, informed by extensive stakeholder feedback, aim to balance the ecological health of... Read more of this article
Tanker Diverts Due To Injured Crew Member
A tanker – traveling from Mexico to Spain – diverted to Bermuda to disembark a crew member who had been involved in an accident and suffered a broken arm. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Friday 1st November, 8:45 am – RCC Bermuda received a telephone call from the shipping agent acting on behalf of the Greek registered... Read more of this article
Bermuda & Azores Discuss Ocean Management
An Azorean delegation, led by President José Manuel Bolieiro, met with Premier David Burt and Deputy Premier Walter Roban to discuss marine management and enhance bilateral cooperation. A Government spokesperson said, “During their recent visit, the high-level delegation from the Azores, led by President José Manuel Bolieiro, met with Premier David... Read more of this article
Shipping Schedule: Week Starting Nov 16
The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, November 16th. On Monday the Oleander container ship is expected, on Tuesday the Somers Isles container ship will arrive, and on Wednesday the Extremadura Knutsen crew transfer and the Ocean Jazz crew transfer are scheduled... Read more of this article
U.S. Coast Guard & Cruise Rescue Boaters
A Disney cruise ship — while on its transatlantic sailing from the Netherlands to its new home at Port Canaveral — rescued four people from a disabled catamaran approximately 265 miles off the coast of Bermuda on Sunday. A U.S Coast Guard spokesperson said, “Coast Guard Air Station Elizabeth City responded to a disabled 50-foot catamaran,... Read more of this article
Shipping Schedule: Week Starting Nov 9
The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, November 9th. On Sunday the Insignia cruise ship is expected, on Monday the Oleander container ship and the Zuiderdam cruise ship will arrive, and on Tuesday the Norwegian Breakaway cruise ship is scheduled to arrive. On... Read more of this article
BUEI Talks: ‘A Half Century Under The Sea’
The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] announced the upcoming BUEI Talk ‘A Half Century Under The Sea: 50 Years Of Diving In Bermuda’s Waters’ presented by Dr. Edward Schultz on Thursday, November 14th at 7.00pm in the Tradewinds Auditorium. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] is excited to... Read more of this article
