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Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Programme Formed
The Government of Bermuda has “committed to protect at least 20% of their total Exclusive Economic Zone [EEZ] in marine protected areas [MPAs] while vowing to sustainably develop their Blue Economy,” the Government announced today. Today [June 5] the Ministry of Home Affairs, the Waitt Institute, and Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences [BIOS],... Read more of this article
“Spirit Of The Ocean” Art Show In June
The Bermuda Sloop Foundation will host a “Spirit of the Ocean” Art Show June 6-28 at Masterworks. “This fundraiser will benefit the public Middle School Sail Training Programme for Bermuda’s youth. A free event, starting at 5:30pm on June 6th, with a Live Auction, refreshments and appetizers. The public is invited to attend this inaugural... Read more of this article
Video: Nat Geo Spotlight Bermuda Shipwreck
National Geographic has shared a video of Bermuda’s Montana shipwreck, featuring the remains of a civil war blockade runner from 1863, with the 180 degree video technology allowing viewers to have a wide-ranging peripheral view. The video’s description says, “Off the coast of Bermuda lies the Montana shipwreck, a civil war blockade runner... Read more of this article
Shipping Schedule: Week Starting June 1
The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday June 1st. On Saturday the Grandeur of the Seas cruise ship is expected, and on Sunday the Norwegian Gem cruise ship and the Oleander container ship will arrive. On Monday the Marmadura general cargo ship and the Anthem of... Read more of this article
Warwick Academy Opens Marine Science Facility
Warwick Academy and its Board of Governors held a ground breaking for their new Marine Science Facility on Wednesday, May 29. A spokesperson said, “This presents an exciting new chapter in the school’s long 357-year history. Warwick Academy has survived this long thanks to innovative thinking, flexibility, nimbleness in delivery and, of... Read more of this article
Photos: Superyacht ‘Elysian’ Visits Bermuda
The superyacht Elysian recently visited the island, with the 253-foot long luxury vessel seen berthed in St George’s yesterday. According to Yachtcharterfleet.com, the Elysian has charter rates from $392,000 -$448,000 per week, and sleeps up to 12 guests in 6 rooms, including a master suite, 1 VIP stateroom and 2 twin cabins, and is capable of carrying... Read more of this article
Photos: Minister Opens 4th Annual Marine Expo
On the replica of the Deliverance, with a “Hear Ye” from the St. George’s Town Crier, Minister of Labour, Community Affairs & Sports Lovitta Foggo opened the St George’s Marine Expo earlier this month. The Minister was joined by title sponsor Rubis, BEDC, representatives from the St. George’s Foundation, and other sponsors. Minister... Read more of this article
Ocean Tech Robot Naming Video Competition
Ocean Tech have launched an island-wide competition for children to choose the name of their new REMUS 100 – the ocean research vehicle which will arrive in Bermuda this July. The Ocean Tech team are asking for video submissions via their Facebook page and the winner will have their name, along with the name they have chosen for REMUS, printed on... Read more of this article
Shipping Schedule: Week Starting May 25
The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday May 25th. On Saturday the Anthem of the Seas and the Carnival Sunrise cruise ships are expected, on Sunday the Norwegian Gem cruise ship and the Oleander container ship will arrive, and on Monday the Grandeur of the Seas... Read more of this article
Premier Meets With RFA Mounts Bay Captain
Premier David Burt met with Captain Macanley of the RFA Mounts Bay on Sunday afternoon [May 19], for a tour of the ship which is currently docked on Front Street. A Government spokesperson said, “On Sunday afternoon, Premier Burt met with Captain Macanley of the RFA Mounts Bay, a Royal Fleet Auxiliary cargo ship. The Premier was accompanied by... Read more of this article
Photos/Videos: Annual St. George’s Marine Expo
[Updated with photos] The fourth annual St. George’s Marine Expo hosted by Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] along with title sponsor RUBiS Energy Bermuda, is being held today [May 19] at Ordnance Island in St George’s from 11.00am – 6.00pm. One of the highlights this year is the partnership with the Bermuda Powerboat Association... Read more of this article
Photos: Ships Visiting St. George’s Harbour
St. George’s Harbour has been playing host to a number of different vessels in recent days with Friday seeing the Seven Seas Navigator docked at Penno’s Wharf, the superyacht Sealyon berthed at Bermuda Yacht Services at Ordnance Island and the RCGS Resolute ship anchored in the harbour. The cruise ship Seven Seas Navigator is 565 foot long... Read more of this article
