Two ports operated by Global Ports Holding (“GPH”), the world’s largest cruise port operator, have been awarded “Green Port” certification in recognition of their environmental efforts. The certificates were presented to Aziz Güngör, Managing Director of Ege Port Kuşadası and Bodrum Cruise Port, by Turkey’s Minister of Transport, Maritime Affairs and Communications, at a ceremony in Ankara.
The two cruise ports are the first in Turkey to achieve this milestone, reflecting the importance of environmental impact to GPH's operations. Ege Port Kuşadası first applied for Green Port accreditation in 2012, and Bodrum Cruise Port in 2014.
Aziz Güngör, Managing Director of Ege Port Kuşadası and Bodrum Cruise Port, commented: “These two ports are located in critical areas for cruise tourism in Turkey and the Eastern Mediterranean region. We have an important mission to support the development of cruise tourism in the area. Our green credentials are an important mark of quality, and these Green Port certificates underscore the progress we have made in this regard.”.
Emre Sayın, CEO of Global Ports Holding, said: “We currently operate in 14 ports across eight countries, and we have ambitious plans to expand our operations in Asia and the Caribbean. As we grow, we continue to implement our unique business model, so it is gratifying to receive recognition for our high levels of environmental and corporate responsibility. We are delighted that Ege Port Kuşadası and Bodrum Cruise Port have been recognized in this way. With our global brand, we strive to contribute to the communities in which we operate, including through environmental measures, a key element of our business model.”.
