Our final call of the season is the sole visitor to Belfast Cruise Terminal next week, the Norwegian Sun. Thank you to everyone who has been following our weekly updates throughout the past seven months – we’ll be back in the Spring as we welcome the launch of the 2027 cruise season.

WE ARE HIRING - Executive Team Assistant We are seeking a motivated and organised Executive Team Administrator to join our Corporate Services team. For details, visit https://bit.ly/4r394DK

WE ARE HIRING - Assistant Harbour Master. This key operational leadership role is at the heart of Belfast Harbour's day-to-day operations. Working closely with colleagues and industry partners, you'll play a vital role in keeping our busy port moving. For details, visit: https://bit.ly/4r394DK

We’re into our final month and our penultimate call of the season, as we welcome the Japan Grace Pacific World. The Pacific Grace is a Peace Boat, whose voyages focus on global education and cross-cultural exchange.

A placement year at Belfast Harbour offers real-world experience and the chance to develop new skills. Hear more about how QUB student Sophie's time with us prepared her for the next stage of her studies. https://youtu.be/96rMQOemP2Y Find out more about careers at: https://bit.ly/4r394DK

Sophie - A Year on Placement

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Applications are still open for Belfast Harbour's Schoolgirl Mentorship Programme 2026! Don't miss this opportunity to expand your horizons and take a positive step towards your future career. Applications close on 12 October. Apply now by scanning the QR code or visit: https://bit.ly/46glEYy

Help Shape the Future of Policing in Belfast Harbour Belfast Harbour Police is developing its Policing Plan for the next five years and is seeking feedback from the people who live, work and spend time in Belfast Harbour. Complete the survey at: https://bit.ly/4ypiYUW

We're proud to support the 2026 Eastside Awards for another year as sponsor of the Community Impact Award. Nominations are now open at https://bit.ly/47kseNW, so be sure to submit your entry and cast your vote to help celebrate the very best of east Belfast. 🌟 #EastsideAwards

Our last cruise visit of the month is the mighty MSC Preziosa, which at 333 metres has been our largest caller this year. This will be the fourth and final call from the vessel, which has become a regular visitor to Belfast Harbour over the years. We look forward to welcoming you back!

WE ARE HIRING - COOK We are seeking an enthusiastic catering professional, who takes pride in creating and serving high-quality food, to work in our kitchen. To find out more, visit https://bit.ly/4r394DK

CRUISE UPDATE We will be welcoming two extra calls to Belfast this week, with the Majestic Princess and the Ponant Le Laperouse both returning for further visits to the city tomorrow and Friday.

CLOSING THIS FRIDAY! If you haven't already submitted your application for the latest round of this year's Belfast Harbour Community Awards, don't delay as entries close at 5pm this Friday, September 25th. https://bit.ly/4zRNrfs Details at: https://bit.ly/475qIzy

BELFAST HARBOUR COMMUNITY AWARDS 2026 ROUND 2 LAUNCH

COMMUNITY AWARDS 2026 – ROUND 2 NOW OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS We're delighted to announce the launch of Round 2 of the 2026 Belfast Harbour Community Awards. As part of our annual funding programme, we're offering grants of up to £5,000 to support grassro...

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Another special week ahead as we welcome the Viking Mira for its inaugural call to Belfast Harbour, followed by sister ship the Vela for its final call this year. We'll also be seeing the stunning Seven Seas Grandeur for the last time this year as it arrives for the third of its calls this season.

CRUISE UPDATE: The Oceania Insignia will no longer be calling into Belfast Harbour tomorrow (FRI). This is due to forecasted adverse weather conditions at sea.

UPDATED - New Cruise Arrival We'll be welcoming another visit tomorrow from the FOCL Bolette, for what will be its fifth call of the season. We look forward to seeing you here!

A fond farewell to a number of popular vessels, as we enter the last few weeks of the 2026 cruise season. Looking forward to welcoming you all back soon!

🏛️ As part of European Heritage Open Days 2026, Harbour Office is once again opening its doors to visitors this weekend! For details, visit https://bit.ly/3YVcOuC #EHOD2026 #EuropeanHeritageOpenDays #MaritimeMile #BelfastHarbour

SCHOOLGIRL MENTORSHIP PROGRAMME 2026 NOW OPEN! Belfast Harbour has an exciting opportunity for female students aged 16-18, connecting them with female professionals who can provide valuable insight, guidance and encouragement. 📅 Applications open until 12th October. Visit https://bit.ly/46glEYy

The mornings may be getting darker and cooler, but our dedicated teams are still out doing what they do best - even at 1.30am! A huge team effort goes into safely welcoming ships like Mein Schiff 2 in the small hours, helping visitors make the most of their time in our city and beyond. 📸D Martin

Another very special week, as the first-ever visit of the Seadream II on Tuesday also coincides with the day the entire SeaDream family celebrates its 25th anniversary! We’ll also have welcome returns for a host of other well-known names as we transition into the Autumn phase of this year’s season.

WE'RE HIRING - BELFAST HARBOUR POLICE CONSTABLE We're recruiting for a new Constable with Belfast Harbour Police, to help keep the Port and Harbour Estate safe, secure and welcoming for all who live, work and visit here. Find out more and apply: https://bit.ly/4r394DK

📢 Round 2 of the 2026 Belfast Harbour Community Awards is now open! Grants of up to £5,000 are available for grassroots and not-for-profit organisations supporting: ✅ Employability & Skills ✅ Environment ✅ Communities 📅 Closes 25 Sept https://bit.ly/4zRNrfs Details at 🔗 https://bit.ly/475qIzy

BELFAST HARBOUR COMMUNITY AWARDS 2026 ROUND 2 LAUNCH

COMMUNITY AWARDS 2026 – ROUND 2 NOW OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS We're delighted to announce the launch of Round 2 of the 2026 Belfast Harbour Community Awards. As part of our annual funding programme, we're offering grants of up to £5,000 to support grassro...

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DEADLINE EXTENDED TO SEPTEMBER 7th WE ARE HIRING - Electrical Engineer We are seeking an experienced and qualified individual to join our Engineering and Infrastructure team to help lead the development of Belfast Harbour’s electrical infrastructure. For details, visit https://bit.ly/4r394DK

As we come to the end of summer, we'll be welcoming another first-time visitor as the Princess Sapphire arrives in port, and saying farewell to the Silversea Silver Spirit, the Carnival Legend, the HAL Nieuw Statendam and the Saga Spirit of Discovery, making their final scheduled calls this year.

M3 LAGAN BRIDGE WEEKEND CLOSURES We would like to remind tenants and customers of the planned roadworks which are being carried out by the Department for Infrastructure (DfI) on the M3 Lagan Bridge this weekend. Details at: bit.ly/4zfIRah @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk

Essential Maintenance Works for M3 Lagan Bridge, Belfast to commence

A major maintenance scheme on the M3 Lagan Bridge is to commence on Friday 14 August 2026.

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M3 Lagan Bridge Closures - @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk will be implementing full weekend closures of sections of the M3 Motorway between the Sydenham Bypass and the M2 Foreshore. Friday 14/8 to Monday 17/8 Friday 21/8 to Monday 24/8 Friday 28/8 to Monday 31/8 Details at: https://bit.ly/4zfIRah

🌿🏆 Good news for City Quays Gardens as it has received the first-ever Green Flag Award for Belfast Harbour, recognising its contribution to creating a safe and welcoming green space for all. Thank you to all those whose hard work helps keep City Quays Gardens a space that everyone can enjoy. 💚

The Azamara Quest will be returning to Belfast for the second of its calls this season, this time making an overnight stay in the city, giving visitors the chance to see some of Belfast’s nightlife. The Viking Sky will also be marking its penultimate visit of the season.

M3 Lagan Bridge Closures - @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk will be implementing full weekend closures of sections of the M3 Motorway between the Sydenham Bypass and the M2 Foreshore. Friday 14/8 to Monday 17/8 Friday 21/8 to Monday 24/8 Friday 28/8 to Monday 31/8 Details at: https://bit.ly/4zfIRah

We're proud once again to sponsor Live Here Love Here's Healthy Oceans Healthy Minds campaign as it returns for its sixth year. Running throughout August, the initiative highlights the role NI's waterways play in supporting environmental health and local biodiversity. Visit https://bit.ly/4fSrkMs

What a week it's been for Belfast, and there's still more to come, including the inaugural Belfast call of Virgin Voyages' Valiant Lady & the return of Oceania Vista for its second visit. A fantastic showcase for Belfast as we continue to welcome cruise guests from across the globe. 🌍⚓️