The inauguration ceremony for the Hong Kong homeport operation of Piano Land, an oceangoing cruise ship operated by Astro Ocean International Cruise Co. Ltd. under China Travel Service (Holdings) Hong Kong Limited, was held on April 15 at the Kai Tak Cruise Terminal in Hong Kong.
The Piano Land, an oceangoing cruise ship operated by Astro Ocean International Cruise Co. Ltd. [Photo/sasac.gov.cn]
The event marked the official launch of the Piano Land’s international voyages departing from its new homeport, signifying a new milestone in its global development journey.
The Piano Land is currently the only cruise ship operating with Hong Kong as its homeport, with over 60 voyages scheduled annually. Measuring 261 meters in length and 32 meters in width with a gross tonnage of 70,000 tons, the ship spans 13 decks and accommodates up to 1,760 passengers.
Starting operation in April, the Piano Land will offer routes to international destinations including Okinawa in Japan, Ha Long Bay, Da Nang and Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam, as well as Singapore and Malaysia.
(Executive editor: Wang Ruoting)