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As president of Carnival, which turned 50 in 2022 and welcomed its 100 millionth guest in 2023, Duffy heads a team of more than 48,000 employees, including operations in Australia, where three P&O Cruises Australia are under her wing. The new $600-million destination will feature five distinct portals that mirror zones found on Carnival Excel-class ships, including the recently announced fourth and fifth Excel-class ships, which will be constructed at Germany’s Meyer Werft shipyard for a 2027 and 2028 launch, respectively. In recognition of her contributions to the cruise industry, Christine Duffy, president of Carnival Cruise Line, was honored with the Cruise Lines International Association’s (CLIA) Lifetime Achievement Award for 2024. The prestigious accolade was presented to Duffy during the CLIA Hall of Fame Cruise Industry Awards ceremony on April 18, where she was also inducted into the CLIA Hall of Fame.
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Harry is also a Certified Public Accountant (Inactive License) and serves on the NCLH Board of Directors. Reporting to NCL President, David Herrera, he is responsible for leading the direct outbound sales organization and the web chat sales channel. A graduate from Miami University with a bachelor's degree in marketing, Chernesky now resides in Los Angeles, California with his wife and their twin sons. Reporting to NCL President, David Herrera, he oversees the North America Sales and Trade Management teams for Norwegian Cruise Line.
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Add a wide range of superb dining options and spectacular entertainment and you’ll experience your best vacation ever. NCLH now has 13 ships on order over the next 12 years for a combined 41,000 berths, representing about 65% capacity growth, noted the analyst. The company has obtained export credit financing with favorable terms to fund 80% of the contract price of each of the two Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises ships.
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The dynamic Del Rio has led NCLH since January 2015, most recently guiding it through the COVID-19 pandemic shutdown and restart. Under Del Rio, the company significantly expanded its fleet, introducing new ships and ship classes, private destination Harvest Caye in Belize and investments in Alaska and much more. David Herrera is the Chief Consumer Sales and Marketing Officer for Norwegian Cruise Line, responsible for driving demand and global market share across NCL’s key global source markets. In his role, he oversees the organization’s consumer advertising and promotional strategy as well as direct outbound and online sales channels. Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has announced significant changes to its executive leadership team, with Harry J. Sommer set to become the new President and Chief Executive Officer of the company, effective July 1, 2023.
The products and services herein described in this press release are not endorsed by The Maritime Executive. José obtained his Bachelors Degree from Tulane University and started his career practicing law after earning his Juris Doctor degree from the University of Pennsylvania Law School. Rear Admiral Landry earned her Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Buffalo, a Master of Arts in Management from Webster University, a Master of Arts in Marine Affairs from the University of Rhode Island and completed the National Security Fellowship from Harvard University. She also holds the CERT Certificate in Cybersecurity Oversight and has a Corporate Director Certificate from Harvard Business School. Born and raised in New York, Sommer earned his Bachelor of Business Administration from Baruch College in New York, and a Master’s in Business Administration from Pace University in New York.
Norwegian announces eight new cruise ships, company's largest order - USA TODAY
Norwegian announces eight new cruise ships, company's largest order.
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The owner of the Dali, the massive cargo ship that lost power and knocked down the Key Bridge on March 26, killing six men, has declared “general average,” according to Darrell Wilson, a spokesperson for the ship’s owner, Grace Ocean Private Ltd[1]. The incident has cost Baltimore the loss of a key bridge and massive disruption to the US supply chain. For the cargo on board, the cargo owners face the prospect of massive additional costs as a consequence of the declaration... David Abrams is the Founder and Co-Managing Partner of Velocity Capital Management and brings more than 25 years of experience in sports and entertainment, private equity, finance, and investment banking to our Board of Directors.
She also previously served as the interim Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer of Trader Media Group (owner of AutoTrader), Commercial Director and Chief Financial Officer of Fitness First and the Chief Financial Officer at Thresher Group. She also has extensive experience as a board member and currently serves as Chairperson of TrustPilot Group plc and Executive Chair of M&C Saatchi Group. She is a former member of the board of directors of Future plc, Flutter Entertainment plc, THG plc and GoCo Group plc. His strengths include deep cruise industry knowledge, ability to identify investor sentiment and a comprehensive understanding of the key drivers of our business model.
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The cruise line broke two records for bookings in November 2022 and January 2023 in part to his skills. Herrera, a U.S. veteran, also helped co-sponsored the development of the Military Appreciation Program, a first for the brand. Before his latest stretch with NCL, Sommer was with Prestige Cruise Holdings, prior to its acquisition by NCL, in positions including chief marketing officer, SVP finance and chief information officer and SVP accounting/chief accounting officer and controller. Tomoleoni recently served as the Brand’s Vice President of Consumer Sales, where his sales strategy and direct sales operation were pivotal in helping break company booking records. Under his leadership, the consumer sales division has expanded and now plays a significant part of the business. He began his cruise career at Renaissance, from 1992 to 2000, ultimately as VP revenue management and direct marketing.
With decades of experience, Stella holds profound understanding of the premium and luxury market, corporate governance and risk management. She also previously served on the boards of Domino’s Pizza Group plc, Vue International, HomeServe Plc, C&J Clark Limited and Nationwide Building Society. Previously, Sommer served as President, International for the Company’s portfolio of award-winning brands, including Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises. In this role, he was responsible for sales, marketing, public relations, business development and office operations for all markets outside of the United States and Canada.
Prior to joining shoreside management, Patrik spent over a decade at sea, including serving as Captain across a range of cruise ships, giving him firsthand knowledge of the ins and outs of ship operations. Duffy, who has been at the helm of Carnival Cruise Line since 2015, oversees one of the world’s biggest cruise lines and its operations across a fleet of 27 ships. Under her leadership, Carnival Cruise Line serves over 5.5 million guests annually from 16 different homeports worldwide. According to Norwegian Cruise Line, Herrera has “led the sales and marketing teams to record results” as their Chief Consumer Sales and Marketing Officer.
Experience a once-in-a-lifetime moment you will never forget while witnessing the icy-blue glaciers and unique wildlife of Alaska. Walk through Greece's enchanting, sun-bleached streets, or find your own paradise in a secret beach in The Caribbean. Our award-winning ships are designed for you to enjoy as you choose while cruising to the most beautiful destinations around the world. The new ship orders across all three brands are scheduled for delivery over a ten-year period, between 2026 and 2036. The strategy is expected to boost Norwegian Cruise’s product offering, guest experiences, and operational infrastructure.
Prior to her time in the cruise industry, Jolodosky worked as an external auditor for Ernst & Young. In 2008, he started his career with NCL as a personal cruise consultant, but quickly stepped into leadership roles within the sales organization, including Sales Team Leader, Sales Manager, and Sales Director, where he was responsible for leading 150 team members in Sawgrass, Fla. In 2022, he led the sales and marketing teams to record results with November being the best booked month ever in NCL history, ending the year at record booking levels for 2023, therefore starting this year in a better booked position than ever before, and setting another new record in January. During his tenure, Del Rio oversaw the introduction of eight new cruise ships and led Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings to industry-leading yields and financial results. Despite the pause in operations caused by the crisis in 2020, Del Rio ensured the company's stability and growth. With the support of Apollo Management, Del Rio reshaped the luxury cruise segment by growing Oceania and acquiring RSSC-Regent, a brand that was neglected by its previous owners.
Chernesky’s multifaceted experience in the industry and passion for the trade community is instrumental in his role as he is dedicated to prioritizing Norwegian’s Partner’s First philosophy, which is the Company’s long-standing commitment to travel advisors. Previously, Berkshire oversaw strategic planning and analysis for Onboard Media, a subsidiary of Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy (LVMH), which provides customized integrated media to the cruise and hotel industry. With a marked commitment to sustainability, Carnival also, under Duffy’s leadership, introduced Carnival’s Mardi Gras as the first LNG (liquified natural gas)-powered cruise ship in America, sailing from Port Canaveral in 2021.
Prior to joining the Organization, Herrera was founder of Eastside Financial Group, a private investment firm. Earlier in his career, he was Vice President at Sanford C. Bernstein, where he advised high net worth families and endowments on financial matters, and was an investment banker at Goldman, Sachs & Co. in the Financial Institutions Group. Christine Duffy, president of Carnival Cruise Line, has been honored with the 2024 CLIA Lifetime Achievement Award and was inducted into the CLIA Hall of Fame. Embark on an Alaskan adventure on Norwegian Sun with a range of shorter 5-day cruises to 7- and 9-day cruises.
In one of his most recent roles prior to the current appointment, he served as Vice President of International Marketing and Global Creative Strategy, where he amongst others successfully led NCL’s Break Free campaign – the Brand’s most extensive international marketing campaign to date, with TV integrations worldwide. He assumes responsibility for the Brand’s business outside of North America, overseeing the company's 11 international offices in Asia-Pacific, Europe, Latin-America, and Brazil. With a special focus on expanding the Brand's international footprint by optimizing collaboration between regions, surfacing new sales opportunities, and driving impactful through-the-line campaigns. Since taking the helm as president, Duffy has been instrumental in guiding Carnival Cruise Line through periods of significant growth and recovery, particularly following COVID-19’s impact on the travel industry. Her dedication to the industry and her role in driving substantial economic activity within the sector were key factors leading to Duffy’s recognition.
