Port of St Thomas

Crown Bay combines a cruise gateway with a separate working cargo port serving St Thomas and neighbouring islands. The Austin ‘Babe’ Monsanto Marine Terminal receives cruise passengers, while the cargo waterfront handles containers and general freight needed by the island economy.

Imports include food, building materials and other supplies. The cargo port also supports transhipment, with goods transferred for onward movement to other islands. This gives the waterfront a distribution role beyond the immediate needs of St Thomas itself.

Passenger and freight operations occupy distinct facilities within the Crown Bay area. The cruise terminal connects ship calls with visits ashore, while the cargo port maintains the flow of everyday goods and commercial supplies through this part of the harbour.