As part of the integrated efforts of state agencies concerned with tourism, and in implementation of the directives of the political leadership to encourage tourism, and the instructions of the Ministry of Transport, the Port of Alexandria welcomed the cruise ship AIDA STELLR with a total of 2,780 passengers. The AIDA STELLR docked at the passenger terminal at dawn on Thursday, April 16, 2026, arriving for a tourist visit to the port. On board were 2,132 tourists and 648 crew members. The ship, operated by the shipping agent Rhapsody, arrived from the Greek port of Heraklion and was scheduled to depart the same day for Port Said. The ship was received by a number of officials from the Alexandria Port Authority, in coordination with relevant authorities from the Ministry of Transport, the Ministry of Tourism, the Egyptian Tourism Authority, the Alexandria Governorate, and the Ministry of Interior, represented by the Alexandria Port Police Department. The Port Authority ensured the safe entry and exit of the vessel, escorting it from arrival to berthing using tugboats and pilot boats, with close monitoring from the radar pilot tower to guarantee the smooth and safe passage of maritime traffic. Passengers were received by the General Directorate of Passenger Movement, and their procedures were completed smoothly and efficiently, allowing them to enjoy their sightseeing programs and visit the most prominent tourist, historical, and cultural landmarks in Alexandria. On the commercial front, Dekheila Port received the THEOSKEPASTI, one of the largest dry bulk carriers, carrying 72,000 tons of coal. The vessel is 225 meters long, 32 meters wide, and has a draft of 14.5 meters. It arrived from the United States and docked at berth 92 in Dekheila Port. The Port of Alexandria affirms its continued support for maritime tourism and international trade by providing the highest levels of operational readiness and integrated logistical services, thus reinforcing its position as a pivotal port on the Mediterranean and contributing to the national economy.