Cruise Europe, the cruise association for Northern and Atlantic Europe recently announced having admitted three new members, namely Bremerhaven, Wismar and Bordeaux. Alan Lam reports.

The inclusion of two German ports has put an end to the glaring absence of Germany from the Cruise Europe map. The organisation had keenly felt the absence from its membership this fast growing destination and source market. 

“Bremerhaven and Wismar are both very attractive ports that will provide a missing link in the membership of Cruise Europe,” said Jens Skrede, Managing Director, commenting on this announcement. “I have visited both ports, and the Chairman joined on our Wismar visit. We were impressed by the facilities and the people.”

Bordeaux is an important addition in that it is the only member situated between Cherbourg and Bilbao. “This wine capital of the world is a very attractive destination,” said Jens Skrede. The admission of Bordeaux has increased the French port membership of Cruise Europe to five.

“We are certain that our new members will gain from being a part of the strong network that is Cruise Europe,” echoed Michael McCarthy, the Chairman.