en.Wedoany.com Reported - The cruise season at the Port of Taranto (Puerto de Taranto) has officially begun, with the Costa Fascinosa and Mein Schiff 5 arriving simultaneously. This dual ship berthing marks the start of this year's cruise itineraries, bringing tourism and economic opportunities to Taranto and the surrounding region.
Costa Cruceros has confirmed its deployment here this year, with the Costa Fascinosa making 15 calls, further solidifying the Port of Taranto's role as an operational base for its Greek island routes. TUI's fifth cruise ship will make 4 calls at Taranto. The Taranto Cruise Port has also confirmed that P&O's Azura has scheduled 5 visits. The planned calls also include two luxury cruise ships: Azamara's Azamara Onward and Windstar's Wind Surf.
Cruise traffic is a strategic engine for Taranto's economy, generating widespread benefits for the local area and the entire port service industry, while helping to shape a new image of Taranto as a tourist destination. The Taranto Cruise Port is advancing its development plans, including the construction of a new cruise terminal at Molo San Cataldo. Construction will begin in 2026, focusing on innovation and environmental sustainability to strengthen its position in the cruise industry. Managed by Global Ports Holding (GPH), the upgraded infrastructure will enhance passenger services and hospitality, further optimizing the terminal experience.
Raffaella Del Prete, General Manager of the Taranto Cruise Port, stated that the start of the new cruise season makes a tangible contribution to the economic well-being of the entire port system and the region. She noted that construction of the new cruise terminal will begin in October 2026, with plans to be operational before the 2027 cruise season. It will not only receive ships and passengers in the best possible way but also drive port economic development, support tourism, and consolidate Taranto's position on the Mediterranean tourism map.
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