# Port of Aberdeen cruise tourism growth

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/port-of-aberdeen-cruise-tourism-growth
> Updated: 2026-10-15T12:48:00.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

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.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-15: Port 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.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/port-of-aberdeen-reports-record-cruise-season-with-54000-guests

### 2026-10-13: Port 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.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/port-of-aberdeen-records-record-cruise-season-with-54000-passengers

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Cite as: Port of Aberdeen cruise tourism growth. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/port-of-aberdeen-cruise-tourism-growth