The Brazilian government opened a new cruise port in Belém ahead of the upcoming Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC COP 30).

Local authorities said that the new infrastructure was designed to host large cruise ships and has capacity for over 5,000 guests.

Located in the nearby Outeiro district, the port will host two vessels during the UN event, which takes place between Nov. 10 and 21, 2025.

Serving as floating hotels, the Costa Diadema and the MSC Seaview will remain docked at the newly upgraded pier during that timeframe.

Chartered by the local government, the ships are expected to add roughly 6,000 beds to Belém’s hotel capacity.

An opening ceremony was held at the Outeiro Cruise Port over the weekend. The event was attended by Brazil’s President, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, and Pará’s Governor, Helder Barbalho.

“Belém is advancing to, in this final stretch, have all the equipment ready to welcome those who will participate in the COP and, mainly, with extraordinary legacies that allow us to advance in the city’s infrastructure,” Barbalho said.

He noted that the cruise terminal will continue to serve vessels after the event, allowing Belém to expand its presence in the cruise industry.

The new Outeiro Cruise Terminal was built by Companhia Docas do Pará using the infrastructure of an old cargo dock.

The project included the construction of 11 dolphins and ten bridges, while an existing pier was extended from 261 to 716 meters, doubling the docking capacity. A new reception area for guests and crew was also built.

According to the Brazilian government, nearly $45 million (R$230 million) was invested in the upgrade, which was completed in just six months.

In addition to welcoming cruise ships, the new port will also be able to operate as a logistics hub, handling bulk and general cargo in the Eastern Amazon.