New Cruise Terminal Takes Shape with First Foundation Pour at Antigua Cruise Port

Antigua Cruise Port (ACP) is proud to announce the successful completion of the first foundation pour for the new cruise terminal, marking another significant milestone in Phase One of the Upland Development project.

The new terminal is scheduled to welcome ships by November 2025, with full project completion expected by June 2026.

The multi-million-dollar Upland Development represents a transformative investment in modernizing Antigua and Barbuda’s cruise infrastructure. The foundational pour marks the beginning of vertical construction, reflecting the focused efforts and teamwork among Global Ports Holding (GPH), Antigua Cruise Port, and construction partners, led by LICCOM.

Mr. Gasper George, General Manager, shared his excitement: “This is more than just an investment in national development and tourism, but a legacy that the people of Antigua and Barbuda will celebrate for future generations.”

“We are pleased to see the steady progress as construction momentum grows,” said Mr. George. “Each step brings us closer to delivering a world-class cruise facility that will be the envy of the Caribbean region.”

Antigua Cruise Port remains committed to ensuring that Antigua and Barbuda remains poised to meet the growing demand in cruise tourism. Projections for the upcoming 2025/2026 cruise season indicate a continued increase in ships calls and passenger arrivals, creating even greater onshore opportunities for vendors, restaurants, merchants, taxi drivers and tour operators and others to benefit.

Once completed the new cruise terminal will elevate guest experiences with new amenities including a day club with pool and cabanas, increased cruise passenger capacity and support for the growing homeporting operations by vessels such as P&O’s Arvia.