Limassol port expects 140 cruise ships, 160,000 passengers

Cyprus’ cruise industry is on the path to recovery after years of disruption, according to DP World Limassol CEO Simon Pitout.

Pitout on Thursday said the sector is set to see a strong rebound in 2025 thanks to increased ship calls, new investments and a forthcoming national cruise tourism strategy.

He explained that the cruise industry, once a vibrant part of Cyprus’ tourism offering, was severely hit by the Covid-19 pandemic and more recently by geopolitical unrest in the region.