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• Costa Favolosa 3.617 passengers 30 Aug 2024 - 18:00
• Caribbean Princess 3.766 passengers 03 Sep 2024 - 19:00
• Oceania Marina 1.447 passengers 04 Sep 2024 - 18:00
• Queen Mary 2 3.271 passengers 05 Sep 2024 - 00:00
• Regal Princess 4.272 passengers 05 Sep 2024 - 18:00
• Celebrity Apex 3.373 passengers 09 Sep 2024 - 18:00
• Disney Dream 3.500 passengers 10 Sep 2024 - 18:00
• Crystal Symphony 1.040 passengers 12 Sep 2024 - 18:00
• MSC Preziosa 4.378 passengers 13 Sep 2024 - 18:00
• Regal Princess 4.272 passengers 17 Sep 2024 - 18:00
• Regal Princess 4.272 passengers 29 Sep 2024 - 18:00
• MSC Preziosa 4.378 passengers 04 Oct 2024 - 18:00
• Regal Princess 4.272 passengers 22 Apr 2025 - 18:00
• Regal Princess 4.272 passengers 24 Apr 2025 - 18:00
• MSC Preziosa 4.378 passengers 03 May 2025 - 18:00
• Regal Princess 4.272 passengers 03 May 2025 - 18:00
• Celebrity Eclipse 3.420 passengers 05 May 2025 - 18:00
• Mein Schiff 3 2.700 passengers 09 May 2025 - 19:00
• ms Nieuw Statendam 3.218 passengers 11 May 2025 - 23:00
• Mein Schiff 3 2.700 passengers 19 May 2025 - 19:00
• Amera 835 passengers 21 May 2025 - 17:00
• Regal Princess 4.272 passengers 27 May 2025 - 18:00
• Regal Princess 4.272 passengers 07 Jun 2025 - 18:00
• ms Nieuw Statendam 3.218 passengers 08 Jun 2025 - 23:00
• Celebrity Eclipse 3.420 passengers 10 Jun 2025 - 20:00
• Silver Spirit 648 passengers 15 Jun 2025 - 19:00
• Seven Seas Grandeur 829 passengers 18 Jun 2025 - 16:00
• Regal Princess 4.272 passengers 19 Jun 2025 - 18:00
• Oceania Vista 1.200 passengers 19 Jun 2025 - 19:00
• Carnival Miracle 2.549 passengers 23 Jun 2025 - 20:00
• Celebrity Eclipse 3.420 passengers 27 Jun 2025 - 19:00
• Azamara Quest 781 passengers 30 Jun 2025 - 00:00
• Regal Princess 4.272 passengers 01 Jul 2025 - 18:00
• Queen Anne 3.353 passengers 02 Jul 2025 - 00:00
• Regal Princess 4.272 passengers 03 Jul 2025 - 18:00
• Emerald Princess 3.679 passengers 09 Jul 2025 - 18:00
• Regal Princess 4.272 passengers 14 Jul 2025 - 18:00
• Deutschland 636 passengers 15 Jul 2025 - 22:00
• Mein Schiff 3 2.700 passengers 16 Jul 2025 - 19:00
• Majestic Princess 4.272 passengers 20 Jul 2025 - 18:00
• Azamara Journey 781 passengers 22 Jul 2025 - 00:00
• Crown Princess 3.674 passengers 27 Jul 2025 - 17:00
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• Amera 835 passengers 09 Aug 2025 - 20:00
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Inside luxury cruise ship docked in Glasgow for a year as Azamara Quest returns to the Clyde

The Azamara Quest was back in our neck of the woods for the first time since it departed Shieldhall last summer, having spent over 12 months sitting in our city while the cruise industry came to a halt.

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One of three luxury cruise liners which spent over a year docked in Glasgow during covid recently made its return to Scotland's west coast.

The Azamara Quest was tied up at Shieldhall's King George V Dock alongside sister ships Azamara Journey and Pursuit as covid brought the cruise industry to a halt. The Quest arrived in our city in June 2020 before finally sailing down the Clyde over 12 months later, with crew onboard not even allowed to leave the docks because of covid lockdown regulations.

In that time the ships and their crew developed a real affinity with Glasgow and its people, hundreds of whom lined the banks of the Clyde when the trio finally departed the city in 2021.

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Last week we reported on how that sail away 'pulled at the heartstrings' of Azamara Quest captain Johannes Tysse, who admitted it was a bittersweet moment for the ship to finally depart Glasgow.

The cruise industry is more or less back to normal now, with liners all over the world sailing at close to capacity.

Azamara Quest in pictures as we tour luxury cruise ship on its return to Scotland

Last week, the Azamara Quest arrived in Greenock as part of a cruise travelling from Amsterdam to Dublin, with stops in Leith, Invergordon, Ullapool and Inverclyde - carrying over 600 passengers and almost 400 crew.

And we popped on board for the day to have a look around and see what life would have been like for the staff who were on the ship while it sat still for months in the dock at Shieldhall.

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Described as a 'small luxury cruise ship' and a 'boutique hotel at sea', the impressive vessel features seven different restaurants, bars, cafes, lounges, swimming pool, shops, a gym, spa and much more, while there's a variety of different accommodation options, from an interior 'stateroom' to the more luxurious club balcony plus options.

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The Greenock Ocean and Cruise terminal is connected by a short walkway to the center of town. Glasgow is easily reached by train from Greenock. Taxis are also available. Passenger railway within 10 minutes walk. Ask for the nearest station. Trains leave about every 20 minutes.

At the head of the sheltered and scenic Clyde estuary on Scotland's Atlantic coast, Greenock Ocean Terminal's deep water quay combines modern quayside facilities with a fantastic location

Once inside the terminal there are some information areas, currency exchange, and vendors. The Inverclyde tourist group had some tables set in the middle where you could get local information, maps or sign up for the free bus tours in the local area. These are run by volunteers, which are really proud of their area.

You most likely be greeted by bagpipes as you arrive in super friendly Greenock.

A new terminal building has been built and is in operation since summer 2022.

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Sightseeing:

Greenock is not a huge town, so it is fairly easy to get around the place on foot. However if you wish to wander around in the hills above the town to take advantage of the spectacular view of the mountains across the Clyde, then using a car to get to those places wouldn't be a bad idea.

One of Greenock's most enjoyable walks is The Esplanade this is a beautiful road right down at the edge of the water. The views are breathtaking, with Helensburgh, Kilcreggan and the Highlands to see across the impressive expanse of The Clyde. If you are very lucky, you may even see a Baby Seal!.

Tours Excursions Transportation:

There are some free tours around the local area but these are quickly snapped up.

There are two train stations both 1km away from the pier. Fare to Glasgow is £6-8 depending on departure time and the journey takes 25-45 minutes.

Taxi's charge about 30 pounds per hour. A ride to Glasgow costs around £50 – £65 and the journey takes around 30 minutes

Bus Schedule to and from Glasgow. Bus lines #901 and X7 serve Glasgow, and the journey takes approximately 50 minutes. The ticket price costs around £5 per person each way. the main Greenock bus station located on Kilblain Street less than a 10-minute walk from the port.

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Nearby Places:

Glasgow (35 minutes by train, 50 minutes by bus) and Edinburgh (2 hours by train) are not to far away. Both cities offer hop on/off double decker tours. Both leaving from their respective train stations. Check trains here.

Shopping and Food

The Oak Mall in Greenock is the main shopping center. It contains the majority of high-street shops you would expect to find in any reasonable UK town. Next door is a large Tesco supermarket. There are also a wide range of shops in the streets surrounding "The Oak Mall". The main streets of interest being "West Blackhall Street" and "Cathcart Street".

The currency throughout the UK is the pound (£). You may also hear the slang term quid for pounds. Scottish bank notes are frowned upon in other parts of the UK, so change the notes before leaving Scotland.

Cash machines (ATM) or less formally 'holes in the wall' are very widely available and usually dispense £10 and £20 notes.

Visa, Mastercard and Maestro, are accepted by most shops and restaurants.

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Communication:

English and of course Scottish is spoken here.

The Ocean Terminal has limited wi-fi. The password can be obtained from the Inverclyde Tourist Group information desk. There are also 3 terminals.

Most cafe's and restaurants offer free WiFi.

The local emergency telephone number is 999, however the EU-wide 112 can also be used.

Opening Hours and Holidays:

Shopping hours are in general:

Small stores 6 or 7 days a week (10am - 6pm) Larger stores in general stay open till' 9PM Hyper marts often 24/7

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Greenock (Glasgow) United Kingdom

Greenock is a port city near Glasgow . Glasgow is Scotland’s largest city and is located on the banks of the River Clyde. Edinburgh is less than 100 km from Greenock Harbour and some cruise lines offer excursions to Edinburgh from this port.

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Travelling around the greenock (glasgow) cruise port.

You can get to Glasgow by train. There are two stations a mile from the port. Greenock West Station is easier to get to. There is a train to Glasgow Central Station about every 20 minutes. The journey is about 25 to 45 minutes. On the way back, take the train to Gourock to return to Greenock West station.

Once in Glasgow, the tube and bus are good means of transport.

Activities in Greenock (Glasgow)

Neighborhoods, george square.

Glasgow city centre is surrounded by historic buildings including City Hall

Glasgow Cathedral

This church was built at the end of the 12th century and is next to the Museum of Religious Arts. It is a fine example of gothic architecture.

Inveraray Castle

18th century castle containing a collection of portraits and porcelains from the family of the Duke of Argyll.

A charming town where Stirling Castle is located and that has witnessed several royal coronations, weddings and baptisms.

Culzean Castle

Fortress that was converted into a castle in the 18th century.

Gallery of Modern Art

GoMA is located in the centre of Glasgow. It contains four galleries, a café, a shop and a library.

Glasgow Police Museum

Exhibition about the Glasgow Police and International Police.

Glasgow Science Center

There is a planetarium and an IMAX cinema

Kelvingrove Museum

Free - The collection of this museum is very varied and includes fossils, ancient artifacts and paintings of great masters such as Van Gogh, Monet and Rembrant.

People’s Palace and Winter Gardens

Free - Museum about the history of Glasgow and its people.

Riverside Museum

Transportation museum where you can see trains, cars, buses and planes. Behind the museum, you can visit a boat.

Burrell Collection

For art lovers. This museum is a bit far and you will have to take the train to Pollokshaws West Station.

Museum of Religious Arts

The galleries are full of displays, objects and stunning works of art that explore the importance of religion in peoples’ lives across the world and across time.

The city has several parks that each have their own personality.

Loch Lomond

Beautiful lake punctuated by islands in a setting surrounded by mountains.

Botanical Garden

Family activities, falkirk wheel.

Opened in 2002, this boat “elevator” replaces the locks of yesteryear. You can take a boat ride to experience this marvel of human genius.

Excursions in Greenock (Glasgow)

• Tours of the city of Glasgow and its attractions.
• Several excursions to visit castles in the region.
• Excursion to Edinburgh .

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Greenock (Glasgow), Scotland cruise calendar 2024-2025 provides the opportunity to search arrival and departure schedules of cruise ships arriving in port. The timetable displays dates and times cruise ships are scheduled to dock in port in two separate columns for arrivals and departures with the name of the ship, cruise operator, and maximum passenger capacity. Please note, the following cruise port schedule is created on updated itineraries from the major cruise lines.

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On British Isles cruises , you’ll be transported to centuries past in Glasgow, one of Scotland’s most endearing cities. As the second-largest city in the country, Glasgow has a distinctly urban vibe. Friendly locals and the photogenic West End make time fly here. Glasgow started as a working-class city that has since grown into a sophisticated hub for art, culture, and live music, including the famous Scottish bagpipes.

On your cruise to Glasgow, discover its burgeoning arts scene featuring both classical and modern galleries. Marvel at the Glasgow Cathedral, the oldest building in the entire city. Spend quality time in the outdoors at the Glasgow Botanic Garden and local greenhouses. From chic vintage shopping to laid-back pub crawls, there’s a Glasgow experience for every pace.

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On your cruise to Glasgow, visit the famed Glasgow Cathedral, a fundamental piece of the cityscape. Get a glimpse of the city’s past at its oldest building and admire the stunning Medieval architecture.

Gallery of Modern Art

Both an iconic gallery of modern art and a library, the Gallery of Modern Art (GoMA) has been home to some of the best collections of contemporary art in Scotland since opening in 1996.

Glasgow Botanic Garden

While you’re in the West End, don’t miss a chance to explore the Glasgow Botanic Gardens. Explore the trails on foot, visit the greenhouses, or stop in for tea time at the tearoom. The glasshouses within the garden are particularly memorable, and don’t miss a walk through the Kibble Palace.

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Top things to do in glasgow, go for a pub crawl.

No trip to Scotland is complete without a true Scottish pub crawl. Scots take their pub nights seriously, bouncing from bar to bar to watch sports games, spend quality time with friends, and enjoy craft Scottish beers.

Explore the West End Galleries

From emerging art to the classics, Glasgow’s West End is home to a variety of galleries that cater to independent artists. Stop in the Hunterian Gallery or Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum.

Shop Vintage

The city’s vintage scene is sure to impress you on your cruise to Glasgow. Mr. Ben Retro Clothing, Glasgow Vintage Co, and Starry Starry Night are just a few of the must-see spots.

Top Food and Drink Spots Near the Glasgow Cruise Port

Like other parts of the British Isles, Scottish food is regionally influenced by British traditions. Haggis, though often made fun of as a Scottish food option, is well worth a try during a cruise to Glasgow. Don’t miss the traditional Scottish breakfast, a full plate of eggs, sausage, baked beans, scones, black pudding, butter, and a roasted tomato. Indulge in local oysters or order the famous fish and chips you’ll find at pubs.

Culture & History of Glasgow Cruise Port

People have lived in the area we know as Glasgow for thousands of years. Its central location along the River Clyde provided opportunities for trading throughout its history. Saint Mungo founded the city of Glasgow in the 6th century when many of the city’s churches and major sites underwent original construction. As time passed, Glasgow grew in population and in industries like shipbuilding and textiles. After World War II, the city experienced a decline in economic prosperity, but modern revitalization efforts have breathed new life into it. Today, over half a million people live in Glasgow.

Glasgow Port Facilities & Location

Greenock cruise port is the primary cruise terminal where you’ll disembark. After admiring the beautiful views of the Clyde River, you can take a taxi or train to get into Glasgow, which takes around half an hour. You can hang out in Greenock if you want to stay central to the cruise terminal, but heading into town will yield beautiful natural and mountain views before you explore Glasgow.

Transportation in Glasgow

Bike rentals are popular in Glasgow, and taxis are abundant. There’s also an all-day subway ticket available if you prefer to navigate Glasgow underground. You can book a shore excursion to see multiple sights or take a walking tour of the historic parts of Glasgow on foot.

Shopping Near the Glasgow Cruise Port

There are shops in the Greenock cruise terminal, but you’ll find more boutique and high-end shopping available in historic Glasgow. Many shopping opportunities, artisanal goods, and local vendors are huddled along Buchanan Street at the Buchanan Galleries

Local Currency & Tipping Customs

The official currency you’ll use on a Greenock cruise is the sterling pound, also abbreviated as the GBP. Carrying a bit of cash is recommended for smaller purchases, but credit cards are widely accepted. ATMs are called “cashpoints” in Scotland. Tipping isn’t mandatory, but it is especially polite when you receive excellent service. Round up the fare when tipping a taxi driver, and leave 10% in restaurants.

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‘Just terrifying’: As Ketchikan residents take stock after fatal landslide, geologists assess stability

This drone photo taken by the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities, shows the landslide in Ketchikan on Aug. 26, 2024. (Travis Watkins via AP Photo)

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The day after a landslide tore down a slope above downtown Ketchikan, killing a city worker and injuring three other people , officials warned shaken locals and thousands of cruise ship visitors to avoid the area.

The landslide hit around 4 p.m. Sunday, and a mandatory evacuation order remained in place for homes on several streets near the waterfront. One of the injured people was treated and released, while two others were admitted Sunday to Ketchikan Medical Center.

A dozen people stayed at an emergency shelter established at Ketchikan High School on Sunday night, emergency officials said. Others are staying with family or friends. Ketchikan City Hall was closed on Monday, along with all schools. Gov. Mike Dunleavy verbally issued a disaster declaration on Sunday.

Donations of food, clothes and toiletries poured into Ketchikan High School on Monday, where a handful of families were sheltering after Sunday's fatal landslide. Principal Rick Dormer said the community had been "amazing" and that people had been trickling in on Monday to pick up supplies. (Sean Maguire / ADN)

The slide area remained unstable, authorities said Monday. A team of geologists was expected to evaluate the potential for additional ground movement Monday morning before crews start the recovery process, including debris removal and repairing scores of downed power poles.

An estimated half-dozen homes had damage, some of it “very significant,” said Ketchikan Gateway Borough Mayor Rodney Dial. He said the priority Monday was getting a team of four geologists to the site to evaluate the stability of the slope, given the potential for additional slides.

“We want to, as reasonably as possible, assure the safety of the folks that are going to go in and begin the recovery effort before we send them in,” Dial said Monday morning.

Sean Griffin, an employee of the City of Ketchikan’s public works team, was identified Monday afternoon as the man killed in the Third Avenue Landslide. Borough officials said he that was in the area, responding to a call for assistance, during his time off.

“Sean and another team member were clearing stormwater drains when they were caught in the landslide on the Third Avenue Bypass,” a borough statement said.

Griffin, 42, was raised in Ketchikan. He was a senior maintenance technician and worked for 17 years for the City of Ketchikan. He left behind a wife and four sons, officials said.

Over the past decade, landslides have killed 12 people in Southeast Alaska and caused tens of millions of dollars in damage.

The aftermath of a deadly landslide is seen in Ketchikan, Alaska, Sunday, Aug. 25, 2024. (Anna Laffrey/Ketchikan Daily News via AP)

Local officials urged the public to avoid the landslide area for the safety of the community, they said in an updated emergency response statement Monday. That message also applied to visitors in Ketchikan, which receives more than 1.5 million cruise ship passengers a year.

Four cruise ships were scheduled to call in Ketchikan on Monday. Local officials said passengers would be allowed to disembark provided there are no health or safety issues, though visitors were asked to stay away from the slide zone.

City officials, in a statement Monday addressing what they called “public concerns regarding the presence of cruise ships in port,” said there were no safety concerns related to the port. At least one cruise line canceled shore excursions and tours, according to the statement.

“The decision to continue or suspend operations is ultimately up to individual companies, tour providers, and downtown businesses,” the statement said. “If there is no health or safety issue, the City will not intervene into business decisions or impede commerce for our local businesses.”

Along with geologists, a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration weather team and representatives from the State Emergency Operations Center were expected to visit the slide area Monday.

It wasn’t immediately clear what conditions caused the ground to give way. The slide came after a day of pouring rain coupled with high winds, residents said.

A view of the landslide, photographed from Leah Canfield's bathroom window on Monday morning, Aug. 26, 2024 in Ketchikan. (Courtesy Leah Canfield)

Resident Leah Canfield said the wall of dirt and debris narrowly missed her home, a blue house visible in photos. Canfield, her husband, and two dogs found refuge at a local hotel. Their home on Second Avenue is unsafe to re-enter right now.

Canfield, a Ketchikan Indian Community behavioral health clinician who’s lived there since 1997, said she noticed how hard it was raining on Sunday afternoon, hoped there wouldn’t be a landslide, and said a little prayer. By 2 p.m., she said, she saw city workers trying to stem flooding down the sidewalk.

Two hours later, as Canfield and her husband napped, she saw the flash of a damaged power line and heard a roar and thought a thunderstorm had started. Then her house began to shake. It had been hit by another home.

“It shook. It was just terrifying,” Canfield said Monday. “I had to wake up my husband: ‘There’s something going on. We need to get out.’”

The couple left safely with the clothes they had on, their phones and the dogs. Canfield said her husband was able to return briefly, escorted by responders, to grab some medicines and a few more items.

A view of the Third Avenue landslide looking up from busy Tongass Avenue in downtown Ketchikan on Monday. (Sean Maguire / ADN)

First responders came to help immediately, she said, listing other parts of the community that also rushed to provide assistance: the recreation center opened for showers; the school provided an emergency shelter; several businesses are offering clothing; the tribal clinic is open for walk-ins; a restaurant gave responders free coffee; and some residents opened their homes to families with children displaced by the slide.

“This is just an amazing community,” Canfield said. “It was a long night.”

She said the amount of rain Sunday began worrying her when it got over 1.5 inches in just a few hours — similar conditions to those in Wrangell last year when a destructive slide killed six.

The rainfall total at Ketchikan Airport on Sunday was just over 2.5 inches, not an uncommon amount in the city and far short of the daily record set in 1961 of nearly 8 inches, according to National Weather Service meteorologist Spencer Fielding.

The Federal Aviation Administration issued a 24-hour flight restriction over the Third Avenue slide area Monday to allow geologists and state drone operators to conduct their site assessement, emergency officials said. Alaska Airlines will be allowed to operate, as will float planes and flightseeing operations outside the slide zone.

A mandatory evacuation order was in place for homes in the area of Third Avenue, Second Avenue/Water Street, First Avenue and White Cliff Avenue between Austin Street and Nadeau Street, the borough said in a social media post Sunday evening. Drivers were asked to limit trips along Tongass Avenue between First Avenue and Washington Street to prioritize access for emergency and essential personnel.

People affected by the landslide may be eligible for assistance through the Alaska Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management for the State Individual Assistance and Temporary Housing programs for survivors with damages or emergency expenses, local officials say. Interested parties can use an online application system or register at 844-445-7131.

A landslide in Ketchikan on Sunday, Aug. 25, 2024, damaged homes and forced evacuations. (Photo courtesy Ketchikan Gateway Borough)

Sean Maguire reported from Ketchikan.

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Zaz Hollander is a veteran journalist based in the Mat-Su and is currently an ADN local news editor and reporter. She covers breaking news, the Mat-Su region, aviation and general assignments. Contact her at [email protected].

Sean Maguire

Sean Maguire is a politics and general assignment reporter for the Anchorage Daily News based in Juneau. He previously reported from Juneau for Alaska's News Source. Contact him at [email protected].

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Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum is Glasgow's (and Scotland's) finest museum, with over 8,000 pieces from artists like Monet, Van Gogh and Rembrandt. Glasgow's Gallery of Modern Art is known for its contemporary collection. There's also the Centre for Contemporary Arts, the Burrell Collection and Hunterian Museum and Art Gallery.

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Late architect Zaha Hadid designed the Riverside Museum, which won European Museum of the Year Award in 2013. It houses the former — and beloved — Museum of Transport's collection, which includes trams, rockets, locomotives, prams and more. There's also The Tall Ship, a restored 19th-century sailing ship with maritime-themed exhibitions.

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Lynch Yacht Sinking Off Sicily Proves as Baffling as It Is Tragic

As bodies were recovered, the authorities and experts wondered how a $40 million, stable and secure vessel could have sunk so quickly.

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By Emma Bubola and Michael J. de la Merced

Emma Bubola reported from Porticello, Italy, and Michael J. de la Merced from London.

Two months after being cleared in a bruising legal battle over fraud charges, the British tech mogul Mike Lynch celebrated his freedom with a cruise. He invited his family, friends and part of his legal team on board his luxury sailing yacht, a majestic 180-foot vessel named Bayesian after the mathematical theorem around which he had built his empire.

On Sunday night, after a tour of the Gulf of Naples, including Capri, and volcanic islands in the Eolian archipelago, the boat anchored half a mile off the Sicilian coast in Porticello, Italy. It chose a stretch of water favored by the Phoenicians thousands of years ago for its protection from the mistral wind and, in more recent times, by the yachts of tech billionaires. The boat was lit “like a Christmas tree,” local residents said, standing out against the full moon.

But about 4 a.m., calamity unfolded. A violent and fast storm hit the area with some of the strongest winds locals said they had ever felt. Fabio Cefalù, a fisherman, said he saw a flare pierce the darkness shortly after 4.

Minutes later, the yacht was underwater. Only dozens of cushions from the boat’s deck and a gigantic radar from its mast floated on the surface of the sea, fishermen said.

In all, 22 people were on board, 15 of whom were rescued. Six bodies — five passengers and the ship’s cook — had been recovered by Thursday afternoon, including that of Mr. Lynch, an Italian government official said, adding that the search was continuing for his daughter.

It was a tragic and mystifying turn of events for Mr. Lynch, 59, who had spent years seeking to clear his name and was finally inaugurating a new chapter in his life. Experts wondered how a $40 million yacht, so robust and stable could have been sunk by a storm near a port within minutes.

“It drives me insane,” said Giovanni Costantino, the chief executive of the Italian Sea Group, which in 2022 bought the company, Perini, that made the Bayesian. “Following all the proper procedures, that boat is unsinkable.”

The aura of misfortune only deepened when it emerged that Stephen Chamberlain, 52, a former vice president of finance for Mr. Lynch’s former company and a co-defendant in the fraud case, was killed two days earlier, when he was hit by a car while jogging near his house in England.

Since June, the two men had been in a jubilant mood. A jury in San Francisco had acquitted both on fraud charges that could have sent them to prison for two decades. There were hugs and tears, and they and their legal teams went for a celebratory dinner party at a restaurant in the city, said Gary S. Lincenberg, a lawyer for Mr. Chamberlain.

The sea excursion was meant as a thank-you by Mr. Lynch to those who had helped him in his legal travails. Among the guests was Christopher J. Morvillo, 59, a scion of a prominent New York family of lawyers who had represented Mr. Lynch for 12 years. He and his wife, Neda, 57, were among the missing.

So, too, was Jonathan Bloomer, 70, a veteran British insurance executive who chaired Morgan Stanley International and the insurer Hiscox.

The body of the ship’s cook, Recaldo Thomas, was recovered. All the other crew members survived. Among them was Leo Eppel, 19, of South Africa, who was on his first yacht voyage working as a deck steward, said a friend, who asked not to be identified.

Since the sinking, the recovery effort and investigation have turned the tiny port town of Porticello, a quiet enclave where older men sit bare-chested on balconies, into what feels like the set of a movie.

Helicopters have flown overhead. Ambulances have sped by with the sirens blaring. The Coast Guard has patrolled the waters off shore, within sight of a cordoned-off dock that had been turned into an emergency headquarters.

On Wednesday afternoon, a church bell tolled after the first body bag was loaded into an ambulance, a crowd watching in silence.

The survivors were sheltering in a sprawling resort near Porticello, with a view of the shipwreck spot, and had so far declined to comment.

Attilio Di Diodato, director of the Italian Air Force’s Center for Aerospace Meteorology and Climatology, said that the yacht had most likely been hit by a fierce “down burst” — when air generated within a thunderstorm descends rapidly — or by a waterspout , similar to a tornado over water.

He added that his agency had put out rough-sea warnings the previous evening, alerting sailors about storms and strong winds. Locals said the winds “felt like an earthquake.”

Mr. Costantino, the boat executive, said the yacht had been specifically designed for having a tall mast — the second-tallest aluminum mast in the world. He said the Bayesian was an extremely safe and secure boat that could list even to 75 degrees without capsizing.

But he said that if some of the hatches on the side and in the stern, or some of the deck doors, had been open, the boat could have taken on water and sunk. Standard procedure in such storms, he said, is to switch on the engine, lift the anchor and turn the boat into the wind, lowering the keel for extra stability, closing doors and gathering the guests in the main hall inside the deck.

12 guests occupied the yacht’s six cabins. There were also 10 crew members.

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The New York Times attempted to reach the captain, James Cutfield, who had survived, for comment through social media, his brother and the management company of the yacht (which did not hire the crew), but did not make contact.

So far none of the surviving crew members have made a public statement about what happened that night.

Fabio Genco, the director of Palermo’s emergency services, who treated some of the survivors, said that the victims had recounted feeling as if the boat was being lifted, then suddenly dropped, with objects from the cabins falling on them.

The Italian Coast Guard said it had deployed a remotely operated vehicle that can prowl underwater for up to seven hours at a depth of more than 980 feet and record videos and images that they hoped would help them reconstruct the dynamics of the sinking. Such devices were used during the search and rescue operations of the Titan vessel that is believed to have imploded last summer near the wreckage of the Titanic.

After rescuers broke inside the yacht, they struggled to navigate the ropes and many pieces of furniture cluttering the vessel, said Luca Cari, a spokesman for Italy’s national firefighter corps.

Finally, as of Thursday morning, they had managed to retrieve all but one of the missing bodies, and hopes of finding the missing person alive were thin. “Can a human being be underwater for two days?” Mr. Cari asked.

What was certain was that Mr. Lynch’s death was yet another cruel twist of fate for a man who had spent years seeking to clear his name.

He earned a fortune in technology and was nicknamed Britain’s Bill Gates. But for more than a decade, he had been treated as anything but a respected tech leader.

He was accused by Hewlett-Packard, the American technological pioneer that had bought his software company, Autonomy, for $11 billion, of misleading it about his company’s worth. (Hewlett-Packard wrote down the value of the transaction by about $8.8 billion, and critics called it one of the worst deals of all time .) He had been increasingly shunned by the British establishment that he sought to break into after growing up working-class outside London.

He was extradited to San Francisco to face criminal charges, and confined to house arrest and 24-hour surveillance on his dime. In a townhouse in the Pacific Heights neighborhood — with security people he jokingly told associates were his “roommates” — he spent his mornings talking with researchers whom he funded personally on new applications for artificial intelligence. Afterward, he devoted hours to discussing legal strategy with his team.

Despite his persistent claims of innocence, even those close to Mr. Lynch had believed his odds of victory were slim. Autonomy’s chief financial officer, Sushovan Hussain, was convicted in 2018 of similar fraud charges and spent five years in prison.

During Mr. Lynch’s house arrest, his brother and mother died. His wife, Angela Bacares, frequently flew over from England, and she became a constant presence in the San Francisco courtroom during the trial.

After he was finally acquitted, Mr. Lynch had his eye on the future. “I am looking forward to returning to the U.K. and getting back to what I love most: my family and innovating in my field,” he said.

Elisabetta Povoledo contributed reporting from Pallanza, Italy.

Emma Bubola is a Times reporter based in Rome. More about Emma Bubola

Michael J. de la Merced has covered global business and finance news for The Times since 2006. More about Michael J. de la Merced

Experts puzzle over why Bayesian yacht sank. Was it a 'black swan event'?

The Bayesian set off on a leisurely cruise around Italy's southern coast on a sunny day in late July.

The luxurious super yacht − which boasted one of the largest masts in the world and carried a crew of business moguls, including British tech tycoon Mike Lynch and his family and a chair of Morgan Stanley − set sail from the Amalfi Coast, bound for Sicily.

Less than a month later, the ship had sunk 160 feet under the water , leaving its cook dead and six of its passengers, including at least two Americans, missing and prompting a massive search that has drawn international attention.

Now, experts are trying to piece together why in the early hours Monday the Bayesian was quickly pulled under the waves amid a storm that saw at least one tornado spin up over the water.

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A perfect storm led to Bayesian sinking, experts say

The combination of unlikely factors that could have contributed to the ship's fate constituted a "black swan event," Matthew Schanck, chairman of the Maritime Search and Rescue Council, told USA TODAY.

The Bayesian was well-built: A 2008 product of Italian ship maker Perini, it was constructed in accordance with international maritime standards and commercially certified by the U.K.'s Maritime and Coastguard Agency, according to Schanck.

The bout of bad weather that swept the area when the ship went down was also out of the ordinary in the northern Mediterranean, "which isn't renowned for prolonged, significant stormy weather," he said.

"The fact that those two elements have then resulted in the foundering of a super yacht is pretty extraordinary," Schanck said. "These things don't happen every day."

After the ship sank just before 5 a.m. local time, 15 people, including a 1-year-old, were pulled from the water. Some were rescued from a life raft by the crew of a ship docked nearby.

Ricardo Thomas, the ship's cook and a native of Antigua, was found dead, according to authorities.

As of Tuesday, six people were missing, including Lynch and his 18-year-old daughter. Several missing passengers were involved in Lynch's trial on fraud charges, including Jonathan Bloomer, a Morgan Stanley chair who served as his character witness, and one of Lynch's attorneys. Lynch, accused of fraud after he sold his company to electronics giant Hewlett-Packard, was acquitted of all charges weeks ago.

Who is Mike Lynch? UK entrepreneur among those missing after superyacht sinks off Sicily

Tornado formed over unusually hot water

Storms in the area that night may have whipped up a water spout, a tornado over the water , according to local meteorologists.

It was likely triggered by the water's unusual warmth, said Rick Shema, a certified consulting meteorologist who served in the Navy.

"The water spout was an uncommon occurrence," he said. "But again, these things happen, especially in warmer water."

At 83.7 degrees, water in the area was more than 3 degrees hotter than average on the day the Bayesian sank, likely the result of climate change, Shema said.

"Hurricanes can form at 80 degrees. This was almost four degrees higher than that," he said.

The water spout may have spun up when cooler air dropped from mountainous places nearby onto the hot water, he said. "A water spout is a vortex, basically like a tornado, spinning real fast, sucking up water and moisture as the column rises," he said.

Although water spouts only reach around 120 mph, as compared with tornadoes on land, which can reach up to 300 mph, "you don't need 200 mph to sink a ship," he said.

"Even an average tornado, 120 miles an hour, that's a lot of wind," he said, "which would heel the boat over for sure."

Water spouts spring up suddenly, Shema said. Before they strike, winds can be slow, but "once the water spout comes over, bam, it's on," he said.

Before sunrise, the ship's crew may not have seen the water spout coming. "The visibility was probably a big factor," he said.

With the windows of the yacht opened, as they likely were in the hot weather, the water spout could have triggered water that flooded through the portholes, Shema said, causing the ship to sink.

Tragedy strikes: Scramble to find survivors after Bayesian yacht sinks off Sicily coast

Search continues, but shift to recovery phase approaches

Italian authorities said the Bayesian was probably at anchor when the storm struck, meaning it couldn't maneuver and ride the waves, according to Mitchell Stoller, a captain and maritime expert witness. Other ships in the area that turned on their engines rode out the storm, he said.

"When you're at anchor and you see weather, you start your engine and you put the wind on the bow. You don't let it get on the side," he said.

Schanck said another key question concerns the position of the keel, a heavy weight underneath the boat that acts as a counterbalance to keep it upright, when the ship sank. When lifted, "that's going to affect the stability of the vessel, because, obviously, you've now raised the center of gravity of that vessel," he said.

The Bayesian was floating over 160 feet of water at the time, deep enough that the keel would likely be deployed. But the fact that "the vessel heeled over so heavily makes me question that," Schanck said.

The cause of the disaster may not be known until the ship can be examined in more detail, experts say. Prosecutors in a nearby town have already opened an investigation.

Schanck said investigators will have plenty to work with once the operation moves into a recovery phase.

"The vessel is intact and in good condition on the seabed," he said. "There's a lot of eyewitness accounts from other vessels in the area and the shore."

As the search entered its second day on Tuesday, the rescue effort may shift in that direction soon. "I suspect, later on, today or tomorrow, we'll probably see some mention of a recovery operation being stated," Schanck said.

The decision to would depend on whether rescuers find signs of life in the ship and air pockets or survivable spaces, Schanck said. At this point, survivors on the water's surface looks unlikely. "My professional opinion is that the casualties will be located within the vessel," he said.

"There is a risk versus benefit in all maritime search and rescue incidents," he said. "Where we start transitioning to a recovery phase, that line shifts."

Contributing: Reuters

Cybele Mayes-Osterman is a breaking news reporter for USA Today. Reach her on email at [email protected]. Follow her on X @CybeleMO.

What cruise ships are docked in Glasgow?

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There are currently no cruise ships docked in Glasgow.

The Celebrity Silhouette is a luxurious cruise ship that is part of the Celebrity Cruises fleet. It was launched in 2011 and has since become a popular choice for travelers looking for a high-end cruising experience. The ship is 1,047 feet long and can accommodate up to 2,886 passengers. It has a range of amenities and activities on board, including multiple restaurants, bars, lounges, a casino, a theater, and a spa.

The Celebrity Silhouette typically docks in Glasgow as part of its British Isles cruise itinerary. This itinerary takes passengers on a journey through some of the most beautiful and historic destinations in the UK and Ireland, including Dublin, Belfast, Edinburgh, and Liverpool. The ship usually spends one or two days in Glasgow, giving passengers the opportunity to explore the city and its surroundings.

One of the most popular attractions in Glasgow is the Glasgow Cathedral. This stunning medieval cathedral dates back to the 12th century and is a must-see for anyone visiting the city. Another popular attraction is the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, which houses a vast collection of art and artifacts from around the world. The ship also offers excursions to nearby destinations such as Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, where passengers can enjoy stunning scenery and outdoor activities such as hiking and kayaking.

On board the Celebrity Silhouette, passengers can enjoy a range of dining options, from casual cafes to fine dining restaurants. The ship’s main dining room, the Grand Cuvee, offers a sophisticated atmosphere and a menu of gourmet dishes. For a more casual dining experience, passengers can visit the Oceanview Cafe, which offers a range of international cuisine in a buffet-style setting. The ship also has several specialty restaurants, including the Tuscan Grille, which serves Italian-inspired dishes, and Qsine, which offers a unique dining experience with dishes presented in a creative and playful way.

In addition to dining, the Celebrity Silhouette offers a range of activities and entertainment options on board. The ship’s theater hosts nightly shows, including Broadway-style productions and live music performances. There are also several bars and lounges on board, including the Martini Bar, which offers a range of creative cocktails and a lively atmosphere. For those looking to relax and unwind, the ship’s spa offers a range of treatments and services, including massages, facials, and body wraps.

Overall, the Celebrity Silhouette is a popular choice for travelers looking for a luxurious cruising experience. With its range of amenities and activities on board, as well as its itinerary that includes a stop in Glasgow, it is a great way to explore the UK and Ireland in style. Whether you are interested in history, culture, or outdoor activities, there is something for everyone on board this stunning ship.

Glasgow is a bustling city located in Scotland, known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning architecture. It is also a popular destination for cruise ships, with many vessels docking at the city’s port throughout the year. One of the most popular cruise ships that dock in Glasgow is the MSC Preziosa.

The MSC Preziosa is a luxurious cruise ship that is part of the MSC Cruises fleet. It was launched in 2013 and has since become a popular choice for travelers looking for a high-end cruising experience. The ship is 333 meters long and can accommodate up to 4,345 passengers. It has a total of 1,751 cabins, including balcony cabins, suites, and family cabins.

One of the standout features of the MSC Preziosa is its impressive range of onboard amenities. The ship has four swimming pools, including one with a retractable roof, as well as a water park and a range of sports facilities. There is also a state-of-the-art gym, a spa, and a beauty salon, ensuring that passengers can stay active and relaxed throughout their journey.

In terms of dining options, the MSC Preziosa does not disappoint. There are a total of 12 restaurants onboard, serving a range of international cuisine. Passengers can choose from formal dining experiences, such as the Eataly Restaurant, or more casual options, such as the Sports Bar or the Gelateria. There are also several bars and lounges onboard, including a champagne bar and a whiskey bar, where passengers can relax and enjoy a drink.

Entertainment is also a key focus on the MSC Preziosa. The ship has a range of shows and performances, including Broadway-style productions, live music, and comedy acts. There is also a 4D cinema, a casino, and a nightclub, ensuring that passengers have plenty of options for evening entertainment.

For those looking to explore the destinations that the MSC Preziosa visits, there are a range of shore excursions available. These include city tours, cultural experiences, and outdoor activities such as hiking and kayaking. Passengers can also choose to explore independently, with the ship docking in a range of ports throughout its journey.

Overall, the MSC Preziosa is a fantastic choice for those looking for a luxurious cruising experience. With its impressive range of amenities, dining options, and entertainment, passengers are sure to have a memorable journey. And with Glasgow being one of the ship’s regular ports of call, there is no better way to explore this vibrant city than by stepping off the MSC Preziosa and immersing yourself in all that Glasgow has to offer.

Glasgow is a bustling city located in Scotland, known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning architecture. It is also a popular destination for cruise ships, with many vessels docking at the city’s port throughout the year. One of the most popular cruise ships that visit Glasgow is the Norwegian Star.

The Norwegian Star is a luxurious cruise ship that is part of the Norwegian Cruise Line fleet. It was built in 2001 and underwent a major refurbishment in 2018, which added new features and amenities to the ship. The Norwegian Star is known for its spacious cabins, world-class dining options, and exciting onboard activities.

The Norwegian Star typically docks at the Greenock Ocean Terminal, which is located about 25 miles from Glasgow city center. The terminal is easily accessible by car or public transportation, and there are plenty of taxis and buses available to take passengers into the city.

Once in Glasgow, there are plenty of things to see and do. The city is home to many historic landmarks, including the Glasgow Cathedral, the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, and the Glasgow Necropolis. There are also plenty of shopping and dining options, as well as a vibrant nightlife scene.

For those who prefer to stay onboard the Norwegian Star, there are plenty of activities and amenities to keep passengers entertained. The ship features a variety of restaurants and bars, as well as a spa, fitness center, and casino. There are also plenty of onboard activities, including live entertainment, game shows, and trivia contests.

One of the most popular features of the Norwegian Star is its Freestyle Cruising concept. This means that passengers can dine whenever and wherever they want, without being tied to a specific dining time or table. This gives passengers the freedom to create their own schedule and enjoy their vacation on their own terms.

Overall, the Norwegian Star is a fantastic cruise ship that offers a luxurious and exciting vacation experience. Whether you choose to explore Glasgow or stay onboard the ship, there is plenty to see and do. So if you’re looking for a memorable vacation, consider booking a trip on the Norwegian Star and discover all that Glasgow has to offer.

Glasgow is a bustling city located in Scotland, known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning architecture. It is also a popular destination for cruise ships, with many ships docking at the city’s port throughout the year. If you’re planning a trip to Glasgow and are curious about which cruise ships are currently docked in the city, then read on to find out more.

One of the most popular cruise ships that regularly docks in Glasgow is the Aurora. This ship is part of the P&O Cruises fleet and is known for its luxurious amenities and top-notch service. The Aurora is a mid-sized ship that can accommodate up to 1,874 passengers and has a crew of around 850. It features a range of onboard facilities, including multiple restaurants, bars, and lounges, as well as a spa, fitness center, and swimming pools.

The Aurora offers a variety of itineraries, with many of its cruises departing from Southampton and visiting destinations such as the Mediterranean, the Caribbean, and the Norwegian Fjords. Some of the ship’s most popular itineraries include its 14-night Mediterranean cruise, which visits ports such as Barcelona, Monte Carlo, and Rome, and its 12-night Caribbean cruise, which stops at destinations such as St. Lucia, Antigua, and Barbados.

Another popular cruise ship that docks in Glasgow is the MSC Magnifica. This ship is part of the MSC Cruises fleet and is known for its elegant design and sophisticated atmosphere. The MSC Magnifica can accommodate up to 3,223 passengers and has a crew of around 1,038. It features a range of onboard facilities, including multiple restaurants, bars, and lounges, as well as a spa, fitness center, and swimming pools.

The MSC Magnifica offers a variety of itineraries, with many of its cruises departing from Southampton and visiting destinations such as the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, and the Canary Islands. Some of the ship’s most popular itineraries include its 7-night Northern Europe cruise, which visits ports such as Amsterdam, Hamburg, and Le Havre, and its 12-night Mediterranean cruise, which stops at destinations such as Barcelona, Marseille, and Genoa.

If you’re looking for a smaller, more intimate cruise ship experience, then the Hebridean Princess may be the perfect choice for you. This ship is part of the Hebridean Island Cruises fleet and is known for its luxurious accommodations and personalized service. The Hebridean Princess can accommodate up to 50 passengers and has a crew of around 38. It features a range of onboard facilities, including a restaurant, bar, and lounge, as well as a spa and fitness center.

The Hebridean Princess offers a variety of itineraries, with many of its cruises departing from Glasgow and visiting destinations such as the Scottish Isles, the Norwegian Fjords, and the British Isles. Some of the ship’s most popular itineraries include its 7-night Scottish Isles cruise, which visits ports such as Oban, Tobermory, and Stornoway, and its 10-night Norwegian Fjords cruise, which stops at destinations such as Bergen, Geiranger, and Flam.

In conclusion, Glasgow is a popular destination for cruise ships, with many ships docking at the city’s port throughout the year. Whether you’re looking for a luxurious, mid-sized ship like the Aurora, an elegant and sophisticated ship like the MSC Magnifica, or a smaller, more intimate ship like the Hebridean Princess, there are plenty of options to choose from. So why not book your next cruise to Glasgow and experience all that this vibrant city has to offer?

Glasgow is a bustling city in Scotland that is known for its rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant culture. It is also a popular destination for cruise ships, with many vessels docking at the city’s port throughout the year. If you are planning a trip to Glasgow and are interested in exploring the city by sea, you may be wondering what cruise ships are currently docked in the area. In this article, we will take a closer look at one of the most popular cruise ships that visit Glasgow – the Balmoral.

The Balmoral is a beautiful cruise ship that is operated by Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines. It is a mid-sized vessel that can accommodate up to 1,350 passengers and has a crew of around 510. The ship is known for its elegant design, luxurious amenities, and excellent service, making it a popular choice for travelers who want to explore the world in style.

One of the things that make the Balmoral stand out is its range of onboard facilities. The ship has a variety of restaurants, bars, and lounges, as well as a spa, fitness center, and swimming pool. There are also plenty of entertainment options, including live music, theater shows, and cinema screenings. Whether you want to relax and unwind or stay active and engaged, there is something for everyone on the Balmoral.

In terms of destinations, the Balmoral offers a wide range of itineraries that take passengers to some of the most beautiful and fascinating places in the world. From the rugged coastlines of Norway to the sun-soaked beaches of the Caribbean, there is no shortage of options when it comes to exploring the world on the Balmoral. The ship also offers themed cruises, such as food and wine cruises, music cruises, and wildlife cruises, which allow passengers to indulge in their passions and interests while traveling.

If you are interested in taking a cruise on the Balmoral, there are several options available. The ship regularly visits Glasgow as part of its itineraries, allowing passengers to explore the city and its surroundings. Some of the popular destinations that the Balmoral visits from Glasgow include the Scottish Highlands, the Orkney Islands, and the Shetland Islands. These destinations offer stunning scenery, rich history, and unique cultural experiences that are sure to leave a lasting impression.

Overall, the Balmoral is a fantastic cruise ship that offers a luxurious and unforgettable travel experience. Whether you are a seasoned traveler or a first-time cruiser, the ship’s range of facilities, destinations, and activities make it an excellent choice for anyone looking to explore the world in style. So if you are planning a trip to Glasgow and want to see the city from a different perspective, consider booking a cruise on the Balmoral and embark on an adventure of a lifetime.

1. What cruise ships are currently docked in Glasgow? There is no information available about cruise ships currently docked in Glasgow.

2. Are there any upcoming cruise ships scheduled to dock in Glasgow? There is no information available about upcoming cruise ships scheduled to dock in Glasgow.

3. How many cruise ships can dock in Glasgow at one time? Glasgow can accommodate one large cruise ship at a time.

4. What is the name of the port where cruise ships dock in Glasgow? The port where cruise ships dock in Glasgow is called Greenock Ocean Terminal.

5. What amenities are available for cruise ship passengers at Greenock Ocean Terminal in Glasgow? Greenock Ocean Terminal offers a range of amenities for cruise ship passengers, including a café, gift shop, and free Wi-Fi. There is also a shuttle service available to take passengers into Glasgow city center.

I’m sorry, but as an AI language model, I do not have access to real-time information about the current cruise ships docked in Glasgow. It is best to check with the local port authority or travel agencies for the latest updates.