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There are things happening all of the time for CruiseBritain members, whether it’s new port developments, special events, inaugural visits or service enhancements for passengers. We’ll keep you posted here on our news page as well is in our regular E-blasts so be sure to sign up here

Read on for the latest news from CruiseBritain…

July 25

Passengers from Portsmouth International Port to help in whale count

This summer passengers sailing to and from Portsmouth International Port will have the chance to contribute to a major marine wildlife survey. Holidaymakers will join marine wildlife experts to help with the second annual ORCA...

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July 21

A world of discovery at Portsmouth International Port

Specialist travel agents are heading to Portsmouth International Port on 21 July, to learn more about expedition cruises. It also offers the perfect opportunity for PIP to show the travel agents the exciting cruises that...

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July 15

Liverpool’s Az-Amazing Experience

Liverpool was the destination of choice for the Az-Amazing Evening during the port call of Azamara Quest on 14th July 2016. Passengers enjoyed a spectacular concert within the amazing space of Liverpool’s St Georges Hall,...

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July 4

Thousands turn out for Cunard Building’s 100th birthday party

One of Liverpool’s Three Graces celebrated a very special birthday last weekend. Saturday 2 July marked the centenary of the Cunard Building, and it proved to be a very happy birthday for the iconic venue....

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July 1

New cruise information site for Kirkwall, Orkney

The Port of Kirkwall, Orkney has launched a new cruise information website www.cruise-orkney.com. Apart from the publishing of the cruise ship lists present and future on the marine services website orkneyharbours.com, there has, up to now, been no other...

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July 1

Saga Sapphire makes first visit to Portsmouth International Port

Portsmouth International Port will welcome Saga back again this week as their magnificent cruise ship ‘Saga Sapphire’ arrives on 1 July at 0800, the perfect first stop on its “Maritime Heritage Cruise”. It will be...

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June 17

Disney’s magnificent ship returns to Dover

Britain’s second most popular cruise destination welcomed back the luxury Disney Magic cruise ship early this morning. The world renowned White Cliffs of Dover provided a stunning vista for her passengers as she swept into...

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June 16

Magic on the Mersey

It is estimated 100,000 people packed out Liverpool Pier Head to see the magnificent Disney Magic cruise liner on Sunday 12 June. Adults and children dressed up in their best Disney outfits for a day...

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June 13

SMS Services record number of ships in one day

Port handling specialists Southern Maritime Services (SMS) have achieved a new “first” by handling three cruise ships simultaneously in Portsmouth International Port (PIP). The calls included two turnaround calls by the Voyages of Discovery ship...

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June 13

IPH strengthens cruise ship operations by recruiting former ABP specialist

Independent Port Handling (IPH) group, which includes port terminal operators Southampton Cargo Handling (SCH), have strengthened their cruise ship operations by recruiting Glen Gardner (pictured) as Cruise Operations Manager. Glen joins the company from Associated...

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