International cruise liners eyeing Sabah for expanded tourism operations

Bangkuai with SATS-Creuers Cruise Services chief executive officer Gregory Tan (center) and Marella Cruises head of marine and operations Joel Christopher Hipple (left).

KOTA KINABALU: Sabah is getting more attention from international cruise operators who see potential in the industry here.

Sabah Tourism Board (STB) chairman Datuk Joniston Bangkuai said with such growing interest, it was clear that the state has strong potential to further develop as a cruise tourism destination.