Cruise Destinations News
Greenock Cruise Port Joins Global Ports Holding
Global Ports Holding Ltd. the world’s largest cruise port operator, has officially signed a 50-year agreement with Clydeport Operations Limited, a subsidiary of Peel Ports Group, to take over the operation of Greenock Cruise Port. This marks GPH’s expansion into Scotland and strengthens its presence in the UK market. Following the addition of Liverpool Cruise […] Read more
Wales: A Strategic Destination for Sustainable Tourism
Wales, with its rugged coastlines, towering mountains, and deeply rooted cultural traditions, represents one of the most captivating and sustainable cruise tourism destinations in the United Kingdom. Welsh ports offer a wide range of experiences, from nature excursions in areas of outstanding natural beauty to historical visits to castles and gardens, as well as outdoor […] Read more
GPH: key legal challenges in cruise port operations
The activities carried out by Global Ports Holding are extremely broad and complex, spanning multiple and diverse areas of operation. Managing a network of ports provides, on one hand, extensive expertise in all economic, legal, and administrative aspects, enabling the company to be one of the largest and most advanced port operators in the world. […] Read more
Malaga Cruise Port Embraces Sustainable Mobility
Malaga Cruise Port has recently launched a significant initiative to promote sustainable mobility among cruise passengers and visiting crew members. Since October 2024, TECO Mobility, a local company specializing in eco-friendly micromobility solutions, has been providing sustainable transportation options at Terminals A and B of the port. This collaboration offers visitors an efficient and environmentally […] Read more
Mindelo Joins the Global Ports Holding Network
Global Ports Holding (GPH), the world’s largest cruise port operator, has enthusiastically announced the addition of Mindelo Cruise Port, located on the island of São Vicente in Cape Verde, to its ever-expanding network. This marks GPH’s second African port, following La Goulette Cruise Port in Tunisia, reaffirming the company’s commitment to developing strategic destinations on the […] Read more
Valletta Cruise Port: Shore-to-Ship Technology
The growing focus on sustainability and reducing greenhouse gas emissions has driven the maritime sector to seek innovative solutions for more eco-friendly port operations. In this context, the recent “Decarbonising the Future Shore to Ship Leadership” conference, held at the Magazino Hall of Valletta Cruise Port plc, served as a key milestone for the future […] Read more
Bremerhaven Opens the 2025 Season with Success
The cruise industry is constantly evolving, with new ports and operations establishing themselves as key destinations each year. Bremerhaven, a historic port in the heart of Germany, has recently distinguished itself with the successful launch of its 2025 cruise season, welcoming its first major calls. Managed by Global Ports Holding (GPH), the world’s largest cruise […] Read more
Port of Funchal: A Phase of Strong Growth
The Port of Funchal is experiencing a phase of strong growth, with an increasing number of cruise ships choosing this port both as a base for supply operations and for overnight stays. This trend aligns with the expectations of the Madeira Port Administration (APRAM, S.A.), which anticipates reaching 73 overnight stays by the end of […] Read more
GPH: A Significant Support to the Valencia Community
Global Ports Holding Ltd (GPH) has announced a donation of €250,000 to support emergency response and reconstruction efforts in the province of Valencia, which was severely impacted by recent floods. This catastrophic event, one of the most severe flooding incidents in Spain in recent decades, has resulted in over 300 fatalities, with many still missing. […] Read more
Colombia: Success for the 2023-24 Cruise Season
The recent 2023-2024 cruise season in Colombia, which concluded in June, has produced significant results, according to Gilberto Salcedo, Vice President of Tourism at ProColombia. Data from the 2022-2023 season compared to 2023-2024 shows that there were 226 port calls, reflecting a 3.2% increase. Among the most active destinations is Cartagena, which welcomed 97% of […] Read more