The Port of Dover has completed a £6 million plus upgrade to mooring facilities on its two dedicated cruise berths, which will enable some of the largest cruise ships in the world to visit the Kent port in the years to come.

It marks the first step towards a wider expansion of Dover Cruise, which is one of the key elements of the Port’s long term vision to 2050.

Peter Wright, Head of Cruise at the Port said:

“We are delighted to share this exciting news with the industry, which demonstrates our long-term commitment to be one of the UK’s leading cruise destinations. My thanks go to our engineering and operations teams for delivering this key project.”

“Our 2025 season is in full swing, and we already see a diverse range of cruise ships bringing in thousands of guests each week during high season. Our vision for cruise will ensure that Dover remains at the forefront of the sector, whilst delivering economic benefits across the region.”

Sonia Limbrick, Head of Business Development for Cruise at the Port added:

“Dover, and the surrounding areas, have a huge appeal to cruise visitors from all over the world with iconic heritage and culture, in addition to being a convenient turnaround hub with exceptional customer service. We are thrilled to embark on this journey alongside our cruise lines.”

The Cruise team will be at Seatrade Cruise Global in Miami from 7^th to 10^th April on stand 2013 ready to discuss the latest news from Dover.

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Notes to editors

• The Port of Dover is closing the gap every day between the UK and the world by connecting trade, travel, visitors and communities locally-globally, collaborating with local and international partners to create a more seamless, sustainable and tech-enabled port.
• As the UK’s busiest international ferry port and a vital gateway for the movement of people and trade, Dover handles £144 billion of trade per year, 33% of UK trade in goods with the EU and welcomes over 11 million passengers.
• Dover is an award-winning cruise port, delivering world class travel and visitor experiences to over 20 different cruise lines each year. With a growing and diversifying cargo business operating from state-of-the-art facilities, a new marina which is at the centre of the revived waterfront, plus opportunities for further expansion in the future, Dover’s proud history dating back 400 years has a new modern twist.