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Shipping Schedule: Week Starting Feb 8

Shipping Schedule: Week Starting Feb 8

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, February 8th. On Saturday the Patrick C discharge vessel is expected, on Monday the Oleander container ship will arrive, and on Wednesday the Kaskaira discharge vessel is scheduled to arrive. On Thursday the Bermuda Islander... Read more of this article

RBYC: Yacht Club Sets Sail for Sustainability

RBYC: Yacht Club Sets Sail for Sustainability

By harnessing renewable energy, the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club [RBYC] is “reducing its reliance on fossil fuels and embracing a cleaner, more sustainable future,” the club said. A spokesperson said, “When you think of the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club [RBYC], you likely picture world-class sailing and rich maritime history. But did you know... Read more of this article

Brownie Groups Host Marine Symposium

Brownie Groups Host Marine Symposium

The First Devonshire and First West Pembroke Brownies hosted a marine symposium on January 30. A spokesperson said, “The First Devonshire and First West Pembroke Brownies hosted a marine symposium on Thursday January 30th at The First Baptist Church in Devonshire. For the past two years they have been engaged in coastal studies and clean ups,... Read more of this article

Ocean Fund Incorporation To Support Economy

Ocean Fund Incorporation To Support Economy

The Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Fund Ltd. has “been formally gazetted for incorporation, marking an important milestone toward strengthening Bermuda’s Blue Economy, a key goal of the Blue Prosperity Plan.” A spokesperson said, “Once implemented, the Ocean Fund will drive financing into Bermuda projects and businesses to grow the economy... Read more of this article

Shipping Schedule: Week Starting Feb 1

Shipping Schedule: Week Starting Feb 1

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, February 1st. On Monday the Oleander container ship and the T.S. Christian Radich R&R vessel are expected, on Tuesday the Somers Isles container ship and the Seapeak Catalunya CT vessel will arrive, and on Thursday... Read more of this article

Annual Sea Sunday Service Held

Annual Sea Sunday Service Held

The annual Sea Sunday Service was held recently, followed by a wreath laying ceremony at the Lost at Sea Memorial. A spokesperson said, “Friends and family turned out on January 12th to the annual Sea Sunday Service at St. Luke and the Chapel of Ease on January 26th. “The service at St. Luke was dedicated to the late Revd. Dr. Erskin, who... Read more of this article

2025 WEF Highlights Ocean Conservation

2025 WEF Highlights Ocean Conservation

[Written by Patrice Horner] At this week’s plethora of meetings in Davos Switzerland for the 2025 World Economic Forum, the ones at the Hub Culture Icon Building were particularly relevant for Bermuda. Two focused on oceans. A third panel on the final day of the Forum included an interview with President Trump’s recently appointed head of the Environmental... Read more of this article

Students Enjoy Immersive Science Lessons

Students Enjoy Immersive Science Lessons

A recent collaboration was established between ASU BIOS, CedarBridge Academy, and Waterstart which “engaged students aged 14 to 16 in science learning through hands-on experiences across various environmental and scientific fields.” A spokesperson said, “The Signature Learning Partnership is a cornerstone of the educational initiatives... Read more of this article

Shipping Schedule: Week Starting Jan 25

Shipping Schedule: Week Starting Jan 25

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, January 25th. On Sunday the Hestia Leader vehicle carrier is expected, on Monday the Oleander container ship will arrive, on Tuesday the Unique Infinity discharge vessel is scheduled to arrive and on Thursday the Bermuda... Read more of this article

Meraviglia Diverts Due To Medical Emergency

Meraviglia Diverts Due To Medical Emergency

The MSC Meraviglia — which was traveling from the US Virgin Islands to New York – diverted to Bermuda to transfer an 84-year-old passenger requiring medical assistance. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre [BMOC] spokesperson said, “Monday 20th January 2025 – 6:25pm. Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre was notified by Meyers... Read more of this article

Shipping Schedule: Week Starting Jan 18

Shipping Schedule: Week Starting Jan 18

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, January 18th. On Saturday the Northumberland container ship is expected, on Monday the R/V Neil Armstrong research vessel will arrive, on Tuesday the Oleander container ship and the Somers Isles container ship are scheduled... Read more of this article

Summer Wood Joins BUEI As Head Of Education

Summer Wood Joins BUEI As Head Of Education

The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] has appointed educator Summer Wood as its new Head of Education. A spokesperson said, “Ms. Wood, a Bermudian, brings extensive experience in programme management, curriculum coordination, and leadership in education to this crucial role, making her an ideal candidate to further BUEI’s mission... Read more of this article