Navigating Cruise Port Operations in the United States with Ease
Cruising in United States
With Wilhelmsen Port Services, you gain a trusted partner ensuring that your U.S. cruise operations run smoothly from start to finish. Experience seamless coordination, expert regulatory handling, and proactive support—all aimed at minimizing disruptions and maximizing cost and time savings during your port calls.
Why Choose Us
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Handling of Manual Procedures
With no online berth reservation and booking monitoring systems in place, we handle all manual processes for you — from submitting berth reservations six months in advance to working closely with PPA, LGU, DENR, CIQ, harbor pilots, and terminals. We also lead pre-arrival meetings with all key stakeholders to ensure everything is in place for a smooth port call.
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Trusted Crew Change Expertise
We are the trusted partner for crew changes across all Philippine ports, having handled over 24,900 crew members in the last five years. We manage visas, flight itineraries, and boarding documents before arrival, ensuring time and cost efficiency.
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Expedited Clearances
Our strong relationships with CIQ and local authorities enable us to resolve issues and secure clearances swiftly — including urgent cases like arranging approvals for cruise liner calls from Xiamen to Subic Bay in just 30 days (versus the usual six-month process).
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Hands-On Local Expertise
Our dedicated cruise team, consisting of 19 full-time professionals, physically attends to cruise ports nationwide, ensuring seamless operations and direct oversight. With an annual handling of over 13,000 crew members and passengers, we consistently deliver high-quality service to protect your interests.
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Emergency & Crisis Management
We ensure a rapid response to emergencies, with onboard husbandry officers available for every port call. From urgent medical needs, including MediVacs treated with priority, to arranging ambulance, porter assistance, and securing necessary notices, permits, and clearances from BOI and QMD, we handle every unexpected situation with speed and care.
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Ship Spares & Logistics
We offer extensive logistics solutions for ship spares, imported stores, and provisions for cruise ships, ensuring timely customs clearance and efficient delivery onboard upon arrival.
24/7 Availability

Contact Us
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United States
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Wilhelmsen Port Services, Inc.
- Address: 9400 New Centry Drive, Pasadena TX 77507 , Houston