Classic Imperial, billed as the largest ship in Kerala, is all set to be inaugurated on April 20. Operated by a private tour operator, it will offer luxurious facilities at an affordable cost from Cochin Port.
Construction work, which began in 2020 at Kochi’s Ramanthuruth yard, was suspended following the pandemic. The seaworthy cruise liner was built based on Indian Registration of Shipping (IRS) norms. Industries Minister P Rajeeve visited the yard on April 16th to review the work.
The vessel can carry 150 persons. “We intend to offer facilities and luxuries at an affordable rate,” a spokesman of the tour operator was quoted by local media reports. The industries and tourism departments of Kerala government have been supportive of the project.
Classic Imperial will run two trips daily — the morning run will be priced at Rs 1,500 per passenger, with the evening cruise pegged at Rs 2,000. It can also be rented out for meetings and events.
Source: Sagar Sandesh
