Chennai Port Launches 21-Voyage Cruise Season as MV Empress Arrives

Chennai port launches 21-voyage cruise season as MV Empress arrives

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Revamped cruise terminal at Chennai Port likely to be thrown open for passengers on June 20

The ₹29.8-crore renovation began in early 2025, and was completed after a delay of few months; facilities including exclusive embarkation and disembarkation zones, 50 immigration counters, and a designated customs zone have been added

Chennai Port Opens Revamped Cruise Terminal, Boosts Passenger Capacity

Chennai Port is set to open its revamped cruise terminal to passengers, following the completion of a ₹29.8 crore modernisation project that began in early 2025. The upgrade is part of efforts under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways’ Cruise Bharat Mission to promote cruise tourism and modernise cruise facilities at Indian ports. The renovation has expanded the terminal’s capacity from about 1,000 to 1,800 passengers and focused on th…

Chennai Port’s Revamped Cruise Terminal Set for Debut with Arrival of 1,800 Passengers - India Seatrade News

Chennai Port’s newly modernised cruise terminal is set to welcome its first passengers on Saturday, marking the completion of a ₹29.8-crore renovation project aimed at boosting cruise tourism and enhancing passenger experience. The cruise vessel, arriving from Kochi at around 7:30 a.m., is expected to bring nearly 1,800 passengers, making them the first users of the upgraded facility. Boarding for the return voyage will commence at noon, with th…