Star Cruises last week announced the arrival of SuperStar Virgo, the largest and 'most extravagant' ship in its fleet in Hong Kong, as part of its strategic redeployment programme.
SuperStar Virgo is of 76,800 gross tonnage, and is as big as 12 soccer fields. The ship has 935 cabins and 1,870 lower berths, and its 13 decks provide an array of onboard dining, recreation and entertainment, providing a "destination" by itself, according to Star Cruises.
SuperStar Virgo will be located in Hong Kong during the summer season, and will cruise the South China Sea, visiting China, Vietnam, Taiwan and Singapore.
President of Star Cruises, David Chua commented:
"The deployment of SuperStar Virgo, the most extravagant cruise ship in our Asia fleet, to Hong Kong indicates Star Cruises' determination and focus on the booming Greater China market. The cruise markets in both China and Hong Kong are maturing and this move will strengthen the development of the cruise industry in the region and help position Hong Kong as an international cruise hub."
Speaking at the arrival welcoming ceremony, Hong Kong's Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Frederick Ma observed that the presence of SuperStar Virgo demonstrated Hong Kong's growing importance as a leading cruise hub in the region.
"In addition to the harbour's scenic beauty," Mr Ma said, "Hong Kong's world-class tourism infrastructure, efficiency, and safe and friendly environment help ensure that we are consistently ranked as one of the world's top tourist destinations."
Director-General of Investment Promotion at Invest Hong Kong, Mr Mike Rowse, also welcomed Star Cruises' SuperStar Virgo to Hong Kong.
He stated that: "Hong Kong is Asia's most popular city destination and the arrival of SuperStar Virgo to the city will further enhance the city's appeal to visitors and business travellers alike."
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