The NSW Government announcement today that the market engagement process has commenced on a third cruise terminal for Sydney has been strongly welcomed by the NSW accommodation industry.

The cruise industry in New South Wales contributed almost $2.8 billion to the NSW economy in 2017-18 and is a valuable driver of overnight stays in Sydney hotels.

At a glance:

• AAoA, a peak industry body, has welcomed the NSW Government's announcement that the market engagement process has begun for a third cruise terminal in Sydney.
• The cruise industry in New South Wales contributed almost $2.8 billion to the NSW economy in 2017-18 and is a driver of overnight hotel stays.
• The potential terminal at Port Botany will address the capacity constraints at the Overseas Passenger Terminal, according to the NSW Government.

The 2017/18 cruise season saw a record 352 ships visit Sydney, including 7 maiden voyages.

Circular Quay and the Overseas Passenger Terminal

“Cruise ship passengers on average stay two to three nights in Sydney hotels, either pre or post their journey, contributing strongly to the visitor economy in NSW," said AAoA CEO, Dean Long.

“A further terminal, supporting the ability of larger ships to berth in Sydney, will enable the cruise industry to have certainty and confidence in the Sydney market, generating more overnight stays for the accommodation sector.”

Minister for Transport Andrew Constance and Minister for Tourism Stuart Ayres said the market engagement process will inform the next stage of delivering more capacity for Sydney’s growing cruise industry.

“This potential terminal at Port Botany would address the capacity constraints we’re seeing at the Overseas Passenger Terminal,” Mr Constance said.

The project will consider and assess options for an additional terminal at Yarra Bay or Molineux Point near Port Botany, following the Commonwealth Government ruling out Garden Island as an option. 

The Accommodation Association of Australia has congratulated the NSW Government on ensuring NSW harnesses the potential of the industry and welcomes the comprehensive consultation process.

Click here to visit the AAoA website

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