23 Corfu Port Authority (CPA) expects to host more than one million cruise passengers and approximately 560 ship calls in 2026, further reinforcing Corfu’s position as a leading cruise destination in the Mediterranean. The organisation is investing to improve safety, sustainable port development, operational efficiency, destination management and the visitor experience to grow cruise activity across its network of 37 ports and facilities in Corfu, Paxoi and the Diapontian Islands. “The Corfu Port Authority is also expanding its cruise offering by embracing emerging segments such as small-scale, boutique and luxury cruising, responding to growing demand for more personalized and destination-focused experiences,” said Dimitris Apergis, CEO of Corfu Port Authority (pictured). “A significant step in this direction is the first cruise call at the Port of Gaios in Paxos, introducing a new dimension to the region’s cruise activity and representing an innovative approach for the wider sector. By opening smaller island ports to carefully selected cruise products, the authority is creating new opportunities for differentiated visitor experiences while extending the benefits of cruise tourism across the wider region, strengthening Corfu’s position as one of the leading cruise destinations in both Greece and the Mediterranean.” Corfu to welcome over one million cruise guests in 2026 Antti Marine launches new line of lightweight marine doors Finnish manufacturer Antti Marine has launched a new line of lightweight marine doors. Designed to significantly reduce structural mass and thereby contribute to lower vessel fuel consumption and operational emissions, helping cruise lines meet netzero targets, the new doors also maintain fire safety, structural and acoustic standards. Built with responsibly sourced and durable materials, the doors feature a smart assembly and high metal content so they can be more easily disassembled and recycled at the end of a vessel’s lifespan.
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