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There are things happening all of the time for CruiseBritain members, whether it’s new port developments, special events, inaugural visits or service enhancements for passengers. We’ll keep you posted here on our news page as well is in our regular E-blasts so be sure to sign up here

Read on for the latest news from CruiseBritain…

August 18

Portsmouth’s port makes the switch to solar power

The installation of the cutting-edge solar and battery system at Portsmouth’s port has passed a final milestone and is now fully operational. Managed by the in-house energy services and building services teams of Portsmouth City...

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August 17

Cruise & Passenger Services (CPS) partner with Baggex to eliminate baggage stress

Cruise and Passenger Services (CPS) and Baggex have partnered to further enhance cruise line support by offering to take away the hassle and stress of travel through a professional new tailored service which ships guest...

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August 17

Regal invite for businesses at Portland Port

Businesses working at Portland Port found themselves with a change of scene – onboard the latest cruise ship to make a visit to Dorset’s Jurassic Coast. Regal Princess, operated by Princess Cruises, called in at...

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August 11

Leading the way for cruise and ferry at Portsmouth International Port

Portsmouth International Port are delighted to announce Andrew Williamson as their new head of cruise and ferry. Following the port’s exceptional growth over the last few years and solidifying Portsmouth’s place in the international cruise...

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August 4

Princess Royal to open Aberdeen South Harbour

Port of Aberdeen is delighted to announce that Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal will officially open the new Aberdeen South Harbour on Friday 22 September. A specially designed accropode will be unveiled to commemorate...

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July 27

Coral Princess arrives in Dover for inaugural call before world cruise

The Port welcomed a milestone cruise call this week, with the Coral Princess arriving in Dover for the first time ever before setting sail to New York for a 55 night around-the-world cruise, part of...

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July 19

SCH renews cruise ship support contract with Liverpool City Council

Cruise ship services provider SCH has secured an extension to its contract with Liverpool City Council to support all cruise vessels calling at Liverpool Cruise Terminal (LCT).    SCH has provided support at LCT for...

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July 11

Cruise Britain welcomes new members and confirms Chair

With the UK summer cruise season in full swing, Cruise Britain has welcomed new members to the association and confirmed changes to the Steering Group. Interim Chair Ian McQuade, Portland Port, is confirmed as Chair...

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July 7

Scheme making careers in cruise more accessible set to expand

A scheme aiming to boost diversity and social mobility in the cruise industry by enabling A-Level students to learn more about careers within the sector is set to expand after a successful pilot phase. Brainchild...

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July 4

Super season of winter adventures with Hurtigruten from Dover completes

Dover Cruise has said Farewell for now to Hurtigruten’s Maud until 2024, after an incredible run of expeditions between the iconic White Cliffs and Norwegian fjords over the 2022/2023 winter season. At the end of...

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