| 03 Sep 25

FREMANTLE is ready

LAST week, I had the pleasure of attending CLIA’s Cruise360 in Brisbane, an event that once again reinforced the strength and collaboration of our industry.

The global growth of cruise is very positive, with 81 new ships ordered over the next 10 years and our focus being to maintain and grow our share of this expansion.

Cruise360 provided the perfect stage to highlight opportunities and challenges, and to set the tone for the week ahead.

Today, I’m delighted to share that the 2025 ACA Conference has officially kicked off in Fremantle.

We’re welcoming a record delegation of more than 160 – a clear reflection of the current momentum of our cruise industry.

Delegates are out exploring Fremantle on networking tours, experiencing everything from the historic port precinct to the city’s vibrant food and culture, and this evening, we’ll gather at Gage Roads Freo for our welcome function near Fremantle Port.

Adding to the occasion, Scenic Eclipse II will make its first call to Fremantle today and, in perfect timing, will sail past our function at 6pm – a fitting reminder of the opportunity in our industry.

Tomorrow, we move into a full day of conference sessions featuring international and domestic speakers who will bring valuable insights across sustainability, destination development, and market trends.

It is shaping up to be an inspiring few days here in Fremantle, as we celebrate achievements, tackle challenges, and continue to drive the future of cruise in Australia.