That the Parliament welcomes reports that Port of Aberdeen has shattered previous visitor records in the 2026 season; understands that 2026 saw a 26% increase in visitor numbers compared to 2025, with a total of 54,000 tourists visiting Aberdeen; acknowledges that the visitors arrived in Aberdeen aboard the 71 cruise ships that called at the port; celebrates Aberdeen as the port of call for thousands of international cruise passengers, giving many their first experience of Scotland; recognises the work done by the many workers who support the city's hospitality and tourism sector, making the city an attractive destination for so many international visitors; acknowledges that the 2026 tourist season saw the 294 metre-long Norwegian Star make its maiden call at Aberdeen, setting a new record as the longest vessel ever to visit the port; notes the reported trend of continual growth in Aberdeen's tourism sector, and hopes that Aberdeen can continue to establish its reputation as a destination for cruise liners and tourists alike.
Supported by: Miles Briggs, Yi-pei Chou Turvey, Alex Kerr, Fulton MacGregor, Duncan Massey, Stuart McMillan, Paul Sweeney, David Torrance