YESTERDAY’S ANZAC Day has been commemorated aboard P&O Cruises Australia’s Pacific Encounter.
The ship’s senior officers (pictured) kept the tradition alive with a dawn service in Singapore set against the island’s colourful sunrise.
The service was the first ANZAC commemoration held on board Encounter since the ship joined the P&O Cruises fleet.
It was led by Encounter’s Hotel Director and Security Officer respectively, Melissa Yates and Dave Yates.
“Our cruise operations might be paused temporarily but it is wonderful to know that the ANZAC tradition could still be commemorated in such a respectful way,” said P&O Cruises Australia President Sture Myrmell.
“The special service on board Pacific Encounter was another way for us to stay connected to our guests who have experienced ANZAC Day services at sea and the special meaning of the day.”
Encounter only recently completed her transformation after joining the P&O fleet, leaving her dry dock in Singapore with her name badge and a range of finishing touches to the ship’s onboard spaces and features (CW 15 Apr).