AMSTERDAM has confirmed its desire to end ocean-going cruises by 2035, following a feasibility study into the future of the sector in the city. The Dutch capital was looking into potentially relocating its cruise ship terminal, after first announcing its intention to eliminate ocean cruises two years ago. However the...
AMSTERDAM has confirmed its desire to end ocean-going cruises by 2035, following a feasibility study into the future of the sector in the city.
The Dutch capital was looking into potentially relocating its cruise ship terminal, after first announcing its intention to eliminate ocean cruises two years ago.
However the recently completed study has confirmed its only option is to permanently stop ships from calling in the city.
“Relocating the sea cruise terminal requires a substantial investment of 85 million (approximately A$146 million) and entails financial uncertainties,” quoted deputy mayor Hester van Buren in media reports.
“As a municipal executive, we consider this undesirable…moreover, we prioritise sustainability and livability…all of this means that we will be better exploring the option of ending sea cruises in Amsterdam by 2035 in the coming months.”
Holland America Line, as well as Celebrity Cruises, Viking, and Norwegian Cruise Line all base ships in Amsterdam.
