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South China Morning Post
24-05-2025
- Business
- South China Morning Post
Cruise terminal in Hong Kong needs out-of-the-box ideas
It says something about Hong Kong's cruise industry when its state-of-the-art terminal is due for a major revamp after being in use for barely more than a decade. Advertisement The multibillion-dollar Kai Tak facility underpins the city's ambition to become a regional cruise hub and could ill afford to become a white elephant. Authorities must strive to breathe new life into the woefully underutilised facility by tapping private sector expertise. To be fair, the cruise terminal is making a comeback following the prolonged pandemic. But the ship calls and passenger numbers are still way below pre-Covid levels. More often than not, the site makes headlines for the wrong reasons. It remains nothing more than an inaccessible public park outside berth days. Advertisement And when cruise ships arrive, complaints over insufficient transport connections and logistical support abound. The latest bid by the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau for the market to submit proposals for better utilisation of space at the terminal is a positive step forward.
South China Morning Post
21-05-2025
- Business
- South China Morning Post
Hong Kong seeking proposals to revamp Kai Tak Cruise Terminal
Hong Kong authorities are inviting proposals for better utilisation of space at the Kai Tak Cruise Terminal. Advertisement The Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau announced on Wednesday it was 'inviting the market to submit expressions of interest' to enhance the use of the terminal. A spokesman added that this initiative is part of an action plan aimed at developing cruise tourism and 'to elevate the function of the KTCT as a cruise terminal for all.' He noted that in addition to cruise operation facilities, the terminal features an ancillary commercial area of around 5,600 square metres (60,277 sq ft) and public space on the rooftop and second floor. The bureau was seeking proposals for 'conventional retail or other purposes', he added. Authorities emphasised their commitment to promoting the terminal for hosting more non-cruise and commercial events during off-peak seasons and on days with fewer cruises. Advertisement It also noted the recent opening of Kai Tak Sports Park within the district, serving as a hub for major sports and entertainment events, and a new pedestrian walkway connecting it with the terminal.
