Yeosu Gwangyang Port Authority Holds Launch Ceremony for 'Yeosu Ocean Cruise' Ship

Yeosu Marine Co., Ltd. Hosts Inauguration Ceremony

Expectations for Revitalizing Yeosu Port Marine Tourism

Yeosu Gwangyang Port Authority (President Park Seong-hyun, YGPA) announced on the 19th that a cruise ship (Yeosu Ocean Cruise) inauguration ceremony was held at the Expo Small Ship Pier, hosted by Yeosu Marine Co., Ltd.

The inauguration ceremony was organized to make the Yeosu Expo Small Ship Pier a center of marine tourism and to wish for the successful hosting of the 2026 Yeosu World Islands Expo. The event was attended by about 150 people, including YGPA President Park Seong-hyun and the mayor of Yeosu.

[Photo by Yeosu Gwangyang Port Authority]

The ceremony began with the signing of an MOU to wish for the success of the Yeosu World Islands Expo, followed by a commemorative inauguration ceremony.

The Yeosu Ocean Cruise is a cruise ship with a tonnage of 747 tons, length of 52.54m, width of 10.50m, and a maximum speed of 13 knots. It operates three courses: Prince of the Sea & The Little Mermaid (Day Tour 1), Memories in the Silver Waves (Day Tour 2), and Fireworks of Enerbel Lee (Night Tour).

Day Tour 1 runs a round trip from Expo Small Ship Pier to Yongwols Temple, and Day Tour 2 runs a round trip from Expo Small Ship Pier to Gukdong Port. Additionally, the Night Tour runs a round trip from Expo Small Ship Pier to Dolsan Bridge, allowing passengers to enjoy the beautiful night sea view of Yeosu from the cruise ship.

YGPA President Park Seong-hyun said, “Due to the prolonged stagnation of Yeosu Port’s marine tourism industry caused by COVID-19, related businesses have faced difficulties. We will strive to create synergy effects by linking the marine tourism industry with port infrastructure to revitalize the local economy and marine tourism.”

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