The Westminster government has revealed its Cruise Growth Plan during London Shipping Week to support the cruise industry’s growth.
Cruise industry data suggests the industry contributes €6.8bn annually to the economy and supports 60,000 jobs. The plan focuses on workforce development, safety, security, accessibility, and sustainable practices.
Over 50 ports in the jurisdiction, including Belfast and Derry, are visited by cruise ships annually, with two million residents taking cruises yearly.
The London Chamber of Shipping supports the plan to enhance collaboration and drive private investment.
Keir Mather Westminster Deputy Tranport MInister shared, “The cruise industry is vital to the economy, bringing in £5.8bn and supporting thousands of jobs across the country. That’s why we’ve launched our Cruise Growth Plan to continue driving private investment into the sector, creating jobs and opening up new opportunities for coastal communities.”
Rhett Hatcher shared, “The Chamber of Shipping welcomes the Cruise Growth Plan as a timely and collaborative blueprint for the future of our cruise sector. The plan reflects the shared commitment, in partnership with government, to unlocking the sector’s full potential for responsible growth and skills development.”
