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Australian government looks at ways to welcome more cruises to Sydney
The Australian government is considering ways of expanding cruise facilities in Sydney.
It has begun a review into whether it is feasible for cruise ships to share naval facilities at the harbour, particularly during the summer peak season.
Tourism and Transport Forum chief executive John Lee said with more ships visiting Sydney more often, and the vast majority of ships under construction unable to fit under the Sydney Harbour Bridge, it was crucial to have additional cruise terminal facilities and the Garden Island naval base was an obvious solution.
“The most recent cruise season saw 150 ships visit Sydney, a jump of 26% on the previous year, and future growth depends on having the right facilities for the ships to berth in Sydney,†Lee said.
“Cruise ships are in port for a limited time, so it’s important passengers have direct access to activities, attractions, restaurants and retail precincts.”
Ann Sherry, CEO of Australia’s largest cruise company Carnival Australia, said the review was a critical first step in exploring options to support the long-term growth of the Australian cruise industry, which is the standout success of the tourism sector.
“The industry is already contributing about $3 billion a year to the Australian economy, however, a lack of infrastructure on the eastern side of Sydney Harbour Bridge is the biggest constraint to the industry continuing its growth trajectory,†she said.
By TravelMole Australia
Bev
Editor in chief Bev Fearis has been a travel journalist for 25 years. She started her career at Travel Weekly, where she became deputy news editor, before joining Business Traveller as deputy editor and launching the magazine’s website. She has also written travel features, news and expert comment for the Guardian, Observer, Times, Telegraph, Boundless and other consumer titles and was named one of the top 50 UK travel journalists by the Press Gazette.
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