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Japan Earthquake: Queen Mary 2 sailing to China
We can confirm that Queen Mary 2 has now boarded the small group of guests and immigration officials and has now sailed for China with all guests and crew on board. Our thanks go to our agents in Nagasaki for their assistance today and our thoughts remain with the people of Japan.
ABP to build new £30m cruise terminal in Southampton
Associated British Ports has unveiled plans for a fifth cruise terminal in Southampton. Just two years after opening a fourth terminal at the port, owners ABP said the £30 million investment was necessary to meet growing demand.
Cunard appoints the line’s first female captain
When Inger Klein Olsen assumed command of Cunard Line’s Queen Victoria on Wednesday, 1 December 2010, she made history by becoming the venerable shipping line’s first female captain.
Iconic Cunard Line Queens to Meet for historic rendezvous in New York on 13 January
Cunard Line’s three luxury cruise ships – flagship Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria and the new Queen Elizabeth – will meet together in New York Harbour for a true grand celebration, a Cunard Royal Rendezvous.
Queen launches new Cunard ship in Southampton
Her Majesty the Queen will name Cunard’s new Queen Elizabeth liner in a star-studded ceremony in Southampton today. Hundreds of invited guests are expected to line the quayside of the Ocean Terminal for the official launch of the 92,000 tonnes vessel, which is set to become the third in the Cunard fleet.
Queen Elizabeth arrives in Southampton
Queen Elizabeth – the latest addition to the Cunard Line – has arrived in Southampton ahead of her official launch on Monday. The vessel will become the third in the fleet – joining the Queen Mary II and Queen Victoria.
Cunard takes delivery of Queen Elizabeth
Cunard has taken delivery of its new 92,400-tonne liner Queen Elizabeth which will be officially named by Her Majesty The Queen on 11 October before departing on her maiden voyage the day after.
Queen to launch new Cunard cruise ship
Cunard Line has confirmed Her Majesty the Queen will officially name the line’s new vessel – the Queen Elizabeth – next month. The cruise ship will be the third to bare the name.
HRH, Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall visits Cunard’s Queen Victoria in Liverpool
History was made in Liverpool recently when Her Royal Highness, Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall graced the decks of Cunard Line’s Queen Victoria as the ship made her maiden call in Liverpool.
Shanks appointed PSA chairman
Cunard Line managing director Peter Shanks has been appointed chairman of the Passenger Shipping Association. Mr Shanks becomes the 17th incumbent and replaces Lars Olsson of Stena Line who now becomes vice chairman of the industry body.
Cunard Announces 2012 World Voyages
Continuing the company’s legacy of the annual World Voyage they pioneered 90 years ago, Cunard Line is proud to announce the 2012 World Voyage programme aboard some of the most famous ocean liners in the world.
Cunard seeks to increase agent role as fleet expands
Announcing its 2011 programme, Cunard Line has cited a desire to widen its agent distribution base as a potential key to its success. The brand will add the Queen Elizabeth to its fleet later this year, allowing the luxury brand to offer its most extensive range of voyages in 2011.