Thank you to everyone who supported our Sustainability Showcase at Titanic Quarter last week, including
@ulsterwildlife.bsky.social @rspbni.bsky.social W5Belfast,
Artemis Technologies and Maritime Mile.

To find out more about our work, and to read our latest ESG Report, visit bit.ly/45rUXPt

Our 2024 ESG Report is out, and we’re proud to share the big strides we’ve made in our journey towards becoming the first net zero port in UK and on the island, and one of the first net zero ports in Europe.

For details, visit bit.ly/4olhOFh

UPDATE - CRUISE CANCELLATION TODAY - AUGUST 4th

Please be advised that due to weather conditions the visit of the
@regentcruises
Mariner cruise vessel today has been cancelled. The Noble Island Sky which was due for Pollock Dock will now berth at Belfast Cruise Terminal.

Our busiest month of the cruise season kicks off today, and what a great selection of vessels we have arriving into port over the next few weeks.

Have a great week everyone!

DEADLINE EXTENDED - AUGUST 8th!

If you haven't yet had the opportunity to complete your application for Harbouring Connections, we're extending the deadline for entries until next Friday, August 8th! 🎉

Visit bit.ly/3Douw3u for details

If you’re out and about on the waterfront next Wednesday, August 6th, Belfast Harbour will be hosting a Sustainability Showcase with partner organisations.

Join us at the public area between Belfast Harbour Marina and the Arc apartments, behind SSE Arena, from 12-4pm.

@rspbni.bsky.social

FLOOD BARRIER EXERCISE

A test deployment of the Belfast Tidal Barrier will be carried out by @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk between midnight tonight (WEDS) and Friday, 1st August.

Details of timings and locations affected are available at bit.ly/4l79KoG

We’re right in the middle of #LoveParks week, so if you haven’t had the opportunity yet to visit our recently-opened City Quays Gardens, don’t hesitate to drop by!

bit.ly/3GPqfb3

@KeepBritainTidy

Celebrating a year of ‘progress and perspective’ today as we release our 2024 Annual Report - thanks to all those who have played their part in helping us ensure that Belfast Harbour delivers for everyone.

Visit bit.ly/4nDE7Wb

NEW BELFAST HARBOUR FUNDING PROGRAMME ANNOUNCED!

Delighted to announce the launch of our new Harbouring Connections Community Awards, giving two or more organisations support with projects or programmes to benefit their local communities.

Visit bit.ly/3Douw3u

Today is Day of the Seafarer, so to show our appreciation for all those marvellous mariners who visit Belfast Harbour every day, we went out and about on our quaysides this morning distributing some lovely local cupcakes. 🧁

Thanks to each and every one of you! 👏

@imohq.bsky.social

Delighted to welcome the Silversea Silver Shadow into Belfast Harbour for another of this season’s turnaround cruises, which will see passengers embarking for Hamburg on a 28-day itinerary.

Bon voyage to everyone aboard!

@visitbelfast.bsky.social

JOIN OUR TEAM - Maintenance Planner & Scheduler

We're seeking an experienced and knowledgeable person to join our Operations Engineering team in this key role.

For details, visit bit.ly/4ej0dZW

WATER WISE - YouTube We look forward to welcoming visitors to our beautiful waterfront, where they can enjoy the wide range of visitor attractions and social outlets we have for ...

As the sunshine returns this week, we’re reminding everyone to take extra care when it comes to water safety around the
Maritime Mile and Titanic Quarter in our special series of Water Wise videos - created with Lagan Search & Rescue and Belfast Giants.

www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

A landmark moment for Belfast Harbour as we welcomed our 1,500th cruise call this morning! Regular visitor the Regal Princess took the honour of celebrating this incredible milestone. @visitbelfast.bsky.social

Don't forget to visit NI's first-ever Night Market on Friday as part of this year’s Sailortown Festival, which we are supporting as part of our Community Awards programme. For details visit stjoessailortown.org

First overnight call of the season this week, as the Grand Circle Corinthian arrives for a two-day visit. We have some well-known names returning to the city too.

Holland America Line
Fred.Olsen Cruises
Viking Cruises
Mein Schiff 3
Celebrity Cruises

bit.ly/4kTti0O

ROAD CLOSURE

A full road closure will be in place on Moscow Road this weekend, with a single lane restriction from 07:00hrs on Monday, to facilitate sewage works. These measures will be in effect from 06:00hrs on Saturday, May 31st, until 17:00hrs on Tuesday, June 3rd.

We can't to see our 'hidden heroes' featuring on tonight's @bbcspringwatch.bsky.social

Make sure you tune in to see how the native oyster project we are running in collaboration with Ulster Wildlife is helping reintroduce a vital ecosystem to the inner harbour and Belfast Lough. 🌊

WE ARE HIRING - CATERING ASSISTANT

We are seeking a new Catering Assistant to help feed our busy workforce and support with general kitchen duties at our historic headquarters in Belfast Harbour Office.

Apply by June 9th.

For details, visit bit.ly/4jo1DmS

Thank you to our colleague Sinead Henry for sharing her story as part of the British Ports Association's People in Ports programme - a celebration of those individuals who form the backbone of the UK’s thriving ports industry.

Visit bit.ly/43dfrMe

WORKS IN QUEEN'S QUAY/SYDENHAM AREA - from May 26th

For updates and latest details, visit bit.ly/43GjoZS

Another stunning week of weather ahead for an impressive line-up of cruise ships, including a first visit from the ‘Nieuw Statendam’.

HAL
Ponant
Mystic
Plantours

@vikingcruises.bsky.social
@cruisenorwegian.bsky.social
@princesscruise.bsky.social

See bit.ly/4kTti0O for this season's calls

The stunning Norwegian Prima arrived into Belfast Harbour yesterday for its inaugural call! Captain Roger Gustavsen welcomed Belfast Harbour, Visit Belfast and Hamilton Shipping aboard for the traditional exchange of plaques.

bit.ly/4kTti0O

If you’re out and about in the Titanic Quarter and Queen’s Road area keep an eye out for our new Harlander autonomous vehicle!

Not ready for passengers just yet, though, as it’s currently mapping out its route ahead of deployment.

For details, visit bit.ly/430AgsU

@infrastructure-ni.gov.uk Minister Liz Kimmins MLA and
@economy-ni.gov.uk Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald MLA joined us aboard one of our pilot boats today to see the planned location of a 50-acre offshore wind terminal and new home for cruise ships

See bit.ly/4jLD4RS for details.

Belfast Harbour Marina has received the Blue Flag Award for the second year in a row! @daera-ni.gov.uk

To find out more, visit bit.ly/3GCCkQq

City Quays Gardens are open!

From today, you'll be able to see the gardens for yourself, and enjoy the lovely walkways and seating areas as we welcome the sunshine ahead of the Bank Holiday.

Tag us in on your pics too!

Just one cruise call this week, as we welcome back the Regal Princess on Tuesday for a day visit.

PrincessCruises has been a loyal friend to Belfast, with Crown Princess making the very first call back in 2001.

If you're near the coast on Tuesday, give the passengers and crew a warm welcome!

Thanks to Belfast Chamber for hosting an outstanding President's Lunch at Belfast ICC, which we were delighted to support as principal sponsor.

Some fascinating insights and great success stories from the ever-growing screen sector here in NI.