MEDIA

16 Mar 2026

Nassau Cruise Port and Bahamas National Trust Launch Partnership to Champion Environmental Stewardship

Nassau Cruise Port (NCP) and the Bahamas National Trust (BNT) have announced a new three-year strategic partnership aimed at promoting environmental stewardship, strengthening community engagement, and advancing sustainable tourism in The Bahamas.

Through the agreement, Nassau Cruise Port will join the BNT Corporate Partnership Program as a Steward Level Partner, pledging $75,000 over three years to support conservation initiatives and public awareness programs that highlight the importance of protecting the nation’s natural resources.

A major focus of the partnership will be the Blue Green Bahamas: Visitor Awareness Initiative, where Nassau Cruise Port will serve as the Founding Corporate Partner. The initiative is designed to educate cruise visitors and residents about the value of the unique ecosystems of The Bahamas and the role individuals can play in protecting them.

As part of the program, educational content—including short-form environmental videos, eco-awareness signage with QR-linked information, and digital storytelling campaigns—will be featured throughout the cruise port and across digital platforms. Frontline staff will also receive talking points to help engage visitors in conversations about environmental responsibility while exploring The Bahamas.

“Our partnership with the Bahamas National Trust reflects our commitment to sustainable tourism and responsible destination stewardship,” said Mike Maura, Jr. CEO & Director, Nassau Cruise Port. “As the gateway for over millions of visitors each year, we have an important role to play in helping people understand, appreciate, and maintain the natural beauty of The Bahamas.”

The partnership will also support the Bahamas National Trust’s annual Wine & Art Festival, where Nassau Cruise Port participated as a Silver Sponsor in February. The festival attracts more than 1,500 attendees each year, bringing together local and international visitors, corporate leaders, and members of the creative community to celebrate art, culture, and conservation.

Lakeisha Anderson-Rolle, Executive Director of the Bahamas National Trust, also celebrated the launch of the partnership. “We are building a strong community of ambassadors for the Bahamas National Trust through our members, donors, corporate partners, and volunteers who support the critical work of managing our national park system. We are grateful for this partnership with Nassau Cruise Port and hope it inspires others to join us as we continue expanding support for conservation across The Bahamas.”

Together, Nassau Cruise Port and the Bahamas National Trust aim to inspire greater environmental awareness while supporting initiatives that safeguard the country’s national parks and marine ecosystems for generations to come.