Major upgrades for Marina Bay Cruise Centre Singapore The UK Government, Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), and the UK Chamber of Shipping have partnered to launch the UK Cruise Growth Plan, an initiative aimed at strengthening the UK’s maritime and tourism sectors. The plan focuses on key areas, including workforce development, safety, security, accessibility and sustainable growth. It outlines commitments designed to encourage sustained private investment and increased collaboration to help responsibly grow the cruise sector. “This forward-looking plan provides a clear roadmap for the future of cruising in the UK,” said Andy Harmer OBE, managing director of CLIA UK & Ireland. “Its shared commitments will enhance safety, security, and accessibility in the industry, while its focus on investment and future skills will allow the UK to remain a leader in the international cruise market in the years to come. This agreement reflects years of partnership between industry and government, with a joint ambition: a thriving UK cruise sector that drives economic growth and benefits coastal communities in all four nations.” UK Cruise Growth Plan launched to strengthen maritime and tourism sectors MARKETWATCH 14 SATS-Creuers Cruise Services has completed a $40 million renovation project at Marina Bay Cruise Centre Singapore (MBCCS). The upgrades are designed to enhance passenger experience and strengthen the terminal’s capacity to handle growing cruise demand and simultaneous megaship calls. The company reorganised passenger flows through its existing two berths and created a new check-in hall with 70 counters and over 500 seats on Level 1. MBCCS also features a convertible bench-table system known as PortDeck to optimise space, operational efficiency and passenger comfort during peak travel periods. The new ground transport area features widened roadways, increased coach bays and an early baggage dropoff area, while a new advanced car park reservation system allows passengers to book spaces up to 60 days in advance at discounted rates. The terminal also offers baggage transfer services to all Singapore hotels and Changi Airport through a third-party provider. “By streamlining check-in, introducing early baggage drop-off, upgrading ground transport, and deploying innovative back-end systems, we are improving efficiency and convenience for passengers and cruise operators alike,” said Gregory Tan, CEO of SATS-Creuers.
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