MOSSEL BAY NEWS - Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has commenced the first phase of its cruise reception area upgrade project at the Mossel Bay harbour.
This is according to a media release received from TNPA this week.
It notes that phase one is planned for completion by the end of this month.
Wooden planking
This phase includes the replacement of the wooden planking of the walk-on moorings with an improved grating system to advance the durability and sustainability of the moorings.
It will also feature the installation of new floating pontoons.
Walk-on mooring structure
The project will maintain the safety, functionality and longevity of the walk-on mooring structure, protect the environment and comply with regulatory requirements, TNPA notes.
The second phase, planned for completion before the commencement of the 2024/25 cruise season, will "introduce a completed, fully functional cruise reception facility that will house several cruise tourism stakeholders and serve as the hub of port and customs-related services, enabling the port to readily clear cruise passengers", according to the TNPA statement.
The walk-on moorings are being upgraded.
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