The Ports of Stockholm board of directors has approved plans to build a state-of-the-art cruise terminal for Stockholm, Sweden. The terminal is expected to be completed for the beginning of the 2008 cruise season. The terminal, located at Frihamnen, will be Stockholm's first purpose-built cruise facility. The Frihamnen pier is to undergo a complete interior and exterior renovation in a modern Swedish design style. The terminal will include a café, Internet access, shops, a departures hall, customs and luggage handling facilities.
"There is a great need for facilities for cruise ship tourists in a terminal that's modern and exciting, but also functional and environmentally sound," said Ulla Hamilton, chairman of the board of Ports of Stockholm and Stockholm's city commissioner for real estate. "The new terminal will be a great boost, and will make Stockholm even more attractive as a cruise destination."
Every year hundreds of international cruise liners call at Stockholm during the summer season. The number of calls is growing steadily, and more than 300,000 cruise ship passengers are expected in the 2007 season. "This represents an extremely important tourist segment for Stockholm's ever-growing tourism industry," said Martin Rosborg, managing director of Stockholm Visitors Board. "A good first impression ensures satisfied ambassadors for Stockholm as a destination.
"The initial steps in construction already are under way to ensure completion in time for the 2008 cruise season, which extends from May to October. The port is considering alternative potential uses for the terminal during the winter months. The Ports of Stockholm jointly make up the largest seaport complex in the Baltic Sea, with ports at Kapellskär, Stockholm and Nynäshamn. For more information, visit www.stockholmshamnar.se.
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