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Port of Aberdeen cruise tourism growth
Overview
The Port of Aberdeen reported a record-breaking cruise tourism season in 2026, welcoming approximately 54,000 passengers. This figure marks a 26% increase compared to the previous year.
During the season, the port recorded 71 cruise ship calls, including 13 maiden visits. The Norwegian Star, at 294 metres, was identified as the longest vessel to ever berth in the city. Viking was the most frequent operator with 21 calls. The port also saw a 24% increase in combined gross tonnage, reaching nearly 2.5 million.
Local officials noted that the influx of visitors provides economic benefits to businesses in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire. Growth in the sector is expected to persist, with bookings already extending to 2033.
Entities
Port of Aberdeen · Viking · Aberdeen · VisitAberdeenshire · Scotland
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[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesPort of Aberdeen reports record cruise season with 54,000 guests
The Port of Aberdeen recorded a record cruise season in 2026, welcoming 54,000 guests—a 26% increase from 2025—with bookings now extending to 2033.
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[BUSINESS] 4 sourcesPort of Aberdeen records record cruise season with 54,000 passengers
Aberdeen's cruise tourism reached record levels in 2026, with 54,000 passengers and 71 ship calls, marking a 26% increase from 2025 and bringing significant economic activity to the region.
Sources
aberdeenbusinessnews.co.uk · news.stv.tv · portalcruceros.cl · portalportuario.cl · shipsmonthly.com · travelandtourworld.com