World Voyager Marks End of Foyle Port Cruise Season

10th September 2025

Jehan Ashmore

World Voyager explored the waters of the northwest with a visit to Foyleport. The small expedition ship was the final caller of the cruise season. Credit: Foyleport-Linkedin

As autumn increasingly draws in, the World Voyager, which called to Foyleport, has marked the final ship of the 2025 cruise liner season.

The small six-deck expedition vessel operated by Atlas Ocean Voyages made its inaugural call earlier this year and returned to Foyle Port recently. This port of call was part of an 8-day circumnavigation of Ireland cruise through travel partner Mystic Cruises.

World Voyager is a polar-yacht-class cruise ship with Nordic interior design featuring light ash wood tones and stylish contrasts of marble throughout accommodations and social spaces.

The elegant cruise ship was built in 2023 and exclusively has just 100 suites and staterooms accommodating 200 guests based on three cabin categories.

This year’s cruise schedule of the northwest port featured a combination of luxury liners and expedition vessels, with each one bringing curious explorers eager to soak up the sights and experiences while adding valuable economic benefits to the region.

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Jehan Ashmore

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Jehan Ashmore is a marine correspondent, researcher and photographer, specialising in Irish ports, shipping and the ferry sector serving the UK and directly to mainland Europe. Jehan also occasionally writes a column, 'Maritime' Dalkey for the (Dalkey Community Council Newsletter) in addition to contributing to UK marine periodicals.

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About Foyle Port

Foyle Port, located in the North West region of Northern Ireland, is estimated to handle around 2 million tonnes of cargo per year, with a trade value of approximately £1 billion. The port plays a crucial role in facilitating the import of essential agri-products, supporting around 20,000 farms in the region, as well as various local business sectors such as fuel/oil and construction industries. The organisation supports an estimated 1000 direct and indirect jobs.

Originally located in the bustling heart of Derry City, the Commissioners relocated the port to its current deep-water location at Lisahally in 1993. The terminal boasts an impressive 440 metres of quay and can accommodate large vessels of up to 62,000 DWT. Foyle Port is primarily a bulk port and a significant importer of essential commodities such as oil, coal, animal feed, fertiliser, and plywood, all of which are vital for the North West rural region.

Since 2003, the organisation has experienced significant growth, doubling both turnover and profit and attracting approximately £100 million of inward investment to the region. This investment has supported projects, including a fertiliser plant, an oil tank farm, and a biomass power station.

Established by Act of Parliament in 1854, the Londonderry Port & Harbour Commissioners is an independent statutory authority with a duty to develop, maintain and operate to the highest standards of efficiency, financial prudence, environmental awareness, safety, and security. The Port is independent of the Government and is self-financing. All financial surpluses are reinvested in the business for the benefit of future generations of stakeholders.