Today in the port of Ravenna the ceremony of laying of the foundation stone of the new cruise terminal in Ravenna Civitas Cruise Port (RCCP), a subsidiary of Cruise Terminals International is in turn owned by Icon Infrastructure and the American cruise group Royal Caribbean which will operate the terminal under a contract of 33-year concession ( of 20 December 2021).

The new cruise terminal of 10 thousand square meters, which will insist on an area of 12 hectares, will become operational in 2026 and will be able to to accommodate two ships at the same time. It will be a structure - he underlined Anna D'Imporzano, general manager of RCCP, who "will have stunning, bold and sustainable architectural design, and innovative technological aspects that will not only improve the experience for cruise passengers, but will also involve the community local ». Highlighting that "the involvement of the community was at the center of the entire phase of design of the new terminal, which is preparing to become a symbolic landmark in Ravenna and a focal point for activities and events", the terminal operator company specified that "the double-decker terminal will be equipped with a centre for ship crews, an information office and areas to taste the local cuisine". On the days in which there will be no ships moored at the quay, the terminal and the Its walkway on the sea will be open for public and private events including sports competitions, artistic presentations and Literary. In addition, the large spaces on the ground floor will also offer the opportunity to organize fairs and other major events.

The construction works of the new maritime station, the worth over 42 million euros, were entrusted to the Ravenna Ar.Co. Works Società Cooperativa Consortile.

"It is - said Daniele Rossi, president of the of the Port System Authority of the Central Adriatic Sea Northern, on the occasion of today's ceremony - of a important milestone both for the Port Authority of Ravenna, and for our partners and the local community. The new Terminal demonstrates the cruise industry's commitment in investing in the sustainable development of Ravenna, ensuring guests the opportunity to enjoy this wonderful territory and bringing new jobs to the region".