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Hong Kong lawmakers have urged authorities to merge the two cross-border ferry terminals, China Ferry Terminal and Hong Kong-Macau Ferry Terminal, to enhance capacity amid rising demand for luxury yachts. This call follows a reported decline in passenger numbers by 6.5% in 2025.
Lebanon is set to launch its first regular ferry service in decades, starting June 9, 2026, between Jounieh Port in Lebanon and Larnaca Port in Cyprus. This new service is a significant step towards enhancing tourism and transportation in the region.
PT ASDP Indonesia Ferry has announced the 24-hour operation of the Hunimua–Waipirit ferry route during the Easter holiday from April 3 to 5, 2026. This initiative aims to facilitate the movement of citizens between the islands of Ambon and Seram in Maluku.
The Director General of PT ASDP Indonesia Ferry, Hiro Widodo, announced the continuation of ferry services during Eid al-Adha 1447 AH. This announcement comes amid a surge in demand for maritime transport services as the country anticipates heavy traveler movement in the coming days.
The United States is currently facing significant air travel disruptions due to a partial government shutdown, impacting security personnel who have not received their salaries for weeks. This situation has led to long wait times at airports, prompting travelers to seek alternative options such as buses, trains, and ferries.
The city of Damietta is facing a severe crisis due to the suspension of ferry services, prompting residents to rely on feluccas as an alternative means of transportation, despite the associated risks.