This year was the most challenging one ever endured by the cruise sector and the overall tourism industry, due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The Government Bio Security Act that prohibited international cruise ships, with more than 100 passengers and crew, to enter Australian waters saw a thriving sector ground to a halt.
For the Australian Cruise Association (ACA) the period 1 July 2019 to 30 June 2020 was met with mixed emotions. I think we can say that 2019-20 has thrown everything at us.
It has been another succesful year for the Australian Cruise Association. A number of new infrastructure projects have been announced, paving the way for further growth into 2020 and beyond.
Making a true commitment to preserve and protect the environment is not only fundamental to the success of the cruise industry, it’s also the right thing to do. As a result, there are few other industries who have invested so much time, resources and energy into protecting our oceans and destinations.
The 2017/18 Australian Cruise Industry Economic Impact Assessment reveals an industry that continues to generate significant national and regional economic activity – and benefits business and communities across Australia.
It has been another busy year for our association. We welcomed 13 new members including key port members on the east coast, NSW Ports, Port of Brisbane and Gladstone Ports.
The 2016-17 year was another year of growth under our new trading name, Australian Cruise Association, through all sectors of the industry.
This study represents an economic impact assessment of the cruise industry in Australia for the 2015-16 financial year.