By
Cherie Rowlands |
Worldwide Cruise Terminals (WCT) and Taiwan International Ports Corporation (TIPC) signed a letter of intent on 26 August, marking their agreement to collaborate on developing the East Asia cruise economy.
WCT, which manages Hong Kong’s new Kai Tak terminal, and TIPC, which is responsible for Taiwan’s seven international ports, will be joining forces to promote marine passenger transport and encourage cruise lines to develop itineraries that include both regions.
“We are delighted to have this opportunity to work together with TIPC to jointly develop the cruise industry in our region,” WCT managing director Jeff Bent said. “Promotion of cruise destinations is a team game in which nearby ports of call must work closely together to raise service standards and jointly attract more cruise lines to visit. We are fortunate to have found a partner in TIPC that operates an extensive range of attractive ports of call, enabling cruise lines to create a diverse selection of itineraries.”
The cooperation agreement will see the two companies exchange marine transport information and personnel, as well as sharing operational and management experience.
TIPC vice president Kuo-Ming Chang said: “We look forward to cooperating with WCT to jointly promote the many attractions of our respective ports, and to develop the cruise economy of East Asia. Hong Kong is both an exciting destination and a wonderful launch pad for mainland Chinese and international visitors to visit Taiwan and ports beyond. We look forward to a mutually beneficial partnership in the years to come.”