15.8 C
Hamburg
Saturday, June 7, 2025
Home Out of the Box Port of Southampton sets new records in cruise activity

Port of Southampton sets new records in cruise activity

2024 marked another highly successful year for the cruise industry at Associated British Ports (ABP) Southampton, reinforcing its position as Northern Europe’s top cruise turnaround port and the leading cruise port in the United Kingdom.

The Port of Southampton welcomed three million passengers, exceeding the 2023 record, and contributed over US$1.2 billion to the local and regional economy.

Rebekah Keeler, Cruise Strategy Manager of ABP, mentioned: “We are proud to have the capability, infrastructure, and partnerships in place to facilitate this incredible economic value for our city. We continue to see global cruise sector growth, and Southampton leads the way for the UK and Northern Europe.”

Each cruise call provides a significant economic boost to Southampton and the surrounding Solent area, driven by local employment, the use of regional goods and services, and the spending of both passengers and crew.

Furthermore, Southampton earned the title of Best UK Departure Port for 2024 at the Cruise Critic Awards, based on passenger feedback. Reviews highlighted the port’s efficient embarkation and disembarkation processes, convenient parking, prime location, and the range of activities available in the city.

Environmentally, it was also a record year, with a 50% increase in cruise vessels utilizing Southampton’s industry-leading shore power facilities, enabling zero emissions at berth. ABP is working with local authorities and the National Grid to expand shore power offerings in the port.

As an established cruise hub, Southampton supports 85% of the UK cruise market. The port is renowned for its expertise in cruise operations, fuel bunkering, waste management, ground handling, and stevedoring, all of which ensure efficient cruise turnarounds and sustained growth. With excellent road and rail links, Southampton is a prime location, easily accommodating Transatlantic and European cruise calls.





Latest Posts

Port of Long Beach appoints new managing director of engineering services

The Port of Long Beach has appointed Suzanne Plezia, P.E., as its new Managing Director of Engineering Services, succeeding Sean Gamette, P.E., who announced...

DP World and J.P. Morgan launch partnership

DP World Trade Finance has joined forces with J.P. Morgan to enhance access to working capital across emerging markets, addressing the persistent global trade...

Red Sea shipping traffic rebounds as Houthis limit targets

Red Sea maritime traffic has increased by 60% to approximately 36–37 vessels per day since August 2024, as Reuters reported. However, it still falls short...

CMA CGM applies new surcharge from Far East to West Africa

French ocean carrier CMA CGM has announced a peak season surcharge (PSS) for shipments from Northeast Asia, Southeast Asia, China and Hong Kong &...

China to counterbalance Panama setback through South America projects

As geopolitical tensions deepen and shipping lanes become politicized battlegrounds, China is recalibrating its approach to the Western Hemisphere. The recent retreat of CK Hutchison...
error: Content is protected !!