Ports of Auckland Managing Director Jens Madsen today welcomed news that
P&O Cruises’ Pacific Pearl would be launched and based in Auckland for
the 2010-2011 cruise season.
“Ports of Auckland has worked hard to help establish Auckland as New
Zealand’s premier exchange port for cruise ships,” said Mr Madsen. “This
means many calling ships now finish and begin cruises here, increasing
the gains for the tourism and hospitality industries.”
“Cruise is a major growth industry for the region. In just three years,
the number of cruise ship calls to Auckland has risen 40%.”
“The development of a new international cruise terminal at Queens Wharf
is the next step in building Auckland’s world class tourism appeal.”
The Pacific Pearl is a 63,500 tonne, 1800-passenger superliner and will
be launched in Auckland on 19 December next year.
Ports of Auckland supports the cruise industry through berthage, marine
and logistics services on the Waitemata Harbour.
The Port’s Marine Services team manages the logistics of every cruise
call, working with the ship’s New Zealand agent, hospitality and tourism
providers, stevedores, Customs, MAF and other agencies, to ensure each
call goes smoothly.
For more information contact:
Catherine Etheredge
Senior Manager – Communications
P: 09 309 1255
E: etheredgec@poal.co.nz
M: 027 477 7501
Megan Hopkins-Stone
Communications Advisor
P: 09 309 1247
E: hopkins-stonem@poal.co.nz
M: 027 221 7126