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Elliott Investment Pushes for Shake-up at NCLH

Days after Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH) announced it had parted ways with former CEO Harry Sommer and replaced him.

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LATEST ISSUE #28

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Major cruise groups nine-month financial performance review
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Major cruise groups nine-month financial performance review. Clear evidence of a slower pace.

  • 27 November 2025
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Holland America Great Bear Rainforest Cruise: A New Frontier
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The New Last Frontier: Holland America’s Great Bear Rainforest Sailings

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Crewing challenges in a tightening labour market

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Abandon ship: Making the case for new safety regulations in the megaship era

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  • 27 November 2025

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How MSC Cruises Unlocked the Japanese Market

How MSC Cruises Unlocked the Japanese Market

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MedCruise explores year-round cruising in Mediterranean

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