The new terminal, designed to accommodate the largest operating cruise vessels, consists of seven pods with an internal area of 7,000sq mtr.
Along with 24-hour availability, the terminal offers integrated services for handling homeporting cruise ships and transit calls. The facility offers fast turnaround times for connections to both Larnaca and Paphos international airports.
DP World Limassol has a draft of up to 11mtr (tide free) and three 400mtr berths that can accommodate cruise vessels.
It is the third addition to the cruise terminal portfolio that DP World operates globally, along with cruise terminal operations in Mina Rashid, Dubai and Quinquela Martin, Argentina.
Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem, group chairman and ceo, DP World, said: ‘Cyprus is a centre for tourism and trade across the Mediterranean Sea and beyond and we are delighted to help develop its cruise capability. The terminal is another example of how partnerships with Government on infrastructure projects help boost economies, creating jobs and prosperity for the country and its people.’
Charles Meaby, gm, DP World Limassol commented: ‘With the opening of this new terminal, all our visitors will enjoy an even more impressive welcome. DP World Limassol continues to promote the development of tourism in Cyprus and driving economic benefits for the local and national economy.’
Meaby continued, ‘DP World Limassol is focused on delivering a long-term legacy creating employment opportunities and helping Limassol reach its potential of becoming a fully-serviced home port for cruise ships.’
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