Cruise ship passengers carried more than 1.2 million bags to Dubai

Dubai: Dubai Customs handled over 1.23 million bags for 281,775 passengers on board 187 cruise ships between January and November at Port Rashid and Dubai Harbour.

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Khalid Ahmed, Director of the Passenger Operations Department, said: “We are committed to supporting Dubai’s growing tourism sector through a strategic vision that focuses on delivering efficient, state-of-the-art customs services, ensuring a seamless travel experience for passengers arriving by air or sea.”

Falah Al Sammak, Senior Manager of Passenger Operations at Al Maktoum International Airport, said: “Dubai Customs is continually developing its services to ensure smooth and efficient travel through its customs checkpoints, including Dubai International Airport and the city’s renowned maritime hubs. Dubai’s unique position as a bridge between East and West requires exceptional year-round service standards for travellers and tourists.”