Resorts World Cruises announced that the Genting Dream berthed at Phuket Deep Sea Port on July 24, 2024, making it the largest cruise ship to do so, according to a press release.
The company said that this achievement allows passengers on the three-night Phuket Cruise from Singapore to disembark and reembark directly in Phuket without using tender boats.
“Our Marine Operational team, the Captains of Genting Dream together with the Phuket Pilots have conducted comprehensive studies, risk assessments and ship simulations over half a year with the Thailand authorities to ensure the feasibility and safety of this pioneering initiative. With our ship now able to berth alongside Phuket Deep Sea Port regularly, our passengers will enjoy the convenience, which will further boost Phuket’s image as a cruise destination”, said Michael Goh, President of Resorts World Cruises. “We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to the Marine Department, The Governor of Phuket province, the local port authorities, as well as to Wallem Shipping Agency for their support and coordination.”
A special port stay event was held onboard the Genting Dream to commemorate this milestone. Resorts World Cruises management, including Captain Havard Ramsoy, senior vice president of fleet operations; Jerry Leong, senior vice president of business development and ports; and Captains Jukka Silvennoinen and Robert Bodin of the Genting Dream, welcomed the Deputy Governor of Phuket, Adul Chuthong, along with local authorities, for a special memento presentation.
