Cordelia Cruises, an Indian cruise operator offering international and domestic cruise experiences across Sri Lanka, Male, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and India’s coastline, has marked a significant milestone in its Sri Lankan operations with the maiden call of its cruise ship Cordelia Empress at the Port of Colombo on 29 October 2026.
The vessel arrived at Colombo with 1,475 passengers and 613 crew members on board and was berthed alongside the Passenger Terminal, marking its first-ever call at the port. The cruise line’s West Coast service is scheduled to continue until the end of December 2026.
Clarion Shipping (Pvt) Ltd has been serving as the exclusive port agent for Cordelia Cruises in Sri Lanka since 2023, playing a key role in facilitating the cruise operator’s port calls and operational requirements across the country.
As the exclusive port agency partner, Clarion Shipping coordinates port-related requirements and operational arrangements for Cordelia Cruises at the ports of Hambantota, Trincomalee and Kankesanthurai (KKS), ensuring efficient support for the cruise line’s operations.
With the maiden call of Cordelia Empress at Colombo, Clarion Shipping further extends its operational support to the cruise line’s growing presence along Sri Lanka’s coastline.
The company remains committed to providing reliable port agency services and supporting the smooth execution of cruise vessel calls, contributing to the growth of Sri Lanka’s cruise tourism industry and the wider maritime sector.