Under the non-binding MOU, CLIA and the UK Chamber of Shipping will provide a strong voice in the UK, supporting shared cruise industry members on priority policy and operational matters.
CLIA Senior Vice President for Global Maritime Policy Donnie Brown and the UK Chamber of Shipping Director of Policy Peter Aylott signed the MOU today in London, renewing and enhancing an existing MOU signed in 2017.
The renewal sets out a clear framework for joint and continued support for initiatives such as the Cruise Industry and Government Forum, co-chaired by both organisations with the UK Department for Transport. It also supports collaboration on key policy matters, including those related to decarbonisation, workforce development and skills, and growth of the sector within the UK.
Bud Darr, President and CEO, Cruise Lines International Association, commented:
“Partnerships are essential to strengthening our voice as an industry.
Renewing this MOU strengthens our shared voice and will help us deliver the commitments contained within the UK Cruise Growth Plan and supports responsible cruise growth in the UK.”
Rhett Hatcher, CEO, UK Chamber of Shipping, said:
“We’re proud to strengthen our partnership with CLIA at a pivotal moment for the cruise industry.
By aligning our efforts, we are better equipped champion the sector and deliver meaningful outcomes for our members.”
The enhanced partnership comes weeks after the UK Government published its Cruise Growth Plan, developed alongside CLIA and the UK Chamber of Shipping. The Plan recognises the vital role of cruise in the UK and sets out a roadmap for long-term growth, enhanced infrastructure, and global leadership in sustainable and digital maritime practices. The new MOU will support the organisations as they work with Government to deliver the commitments of the Plan.
For more information, contact: Adam Newman, UK Senior Strategic Communications Manager, anewman@cruising.org
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