Royal Caribbean News

Royal Caribbean’s Utopia of the Seas reaches first major milestone
A keel-laying ceremony has taken place in Saint-Nazaire, France for Royal Caribbean’s upcoming ship, Utopia of the Seas, ahead of the first LNG-powered ship’s bold introduction in spring 2024.

Royal Caribbean partners with Belfast City Airport
Royal Caribbean International has launched a British Airways charter for guests sailing on Wonder of the Seas this summer, in partnership with Belfast City Airport.

Royal Caribbean Group unveils 2021 Seastainability Report
Royal Caribbean Group released its 14th annual sustainability report, providing a comprehensive update on the company’s Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) framework and activities across its three wholly owned brands: Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises and Silversea Cruises.

Royal Caribbean posts $1.2bn Q1 loss but expects second half profit
Royal Caribbean has posted a $1.2bn first quarter loss but said the surge in booking volumes should facilitate profitability in the second half of 2022.

Barbados announces landmark Royal Caribbean recruitment drive
Almost 2,000 jobs will be up for grabs for Barbadians very soon. The announcement was made this week by Minister of Tourism and International Transport, Senator the Hon. Lisa Cummins, during a recent press conference at Seatrade Cruise Global Conference in Miami, Florida.

Royal Caribbean jobs boost for Antigua and Barbuda
Royal Caribbean has signed a memorandum of understanding with Antigua and Barbuda to offer thousands of job opportunities to the country’s population this summer. The deal was signed at Seatrade Cruise Global, taking place in Miami this week.

Royal Caribbean and World Wildlife Fund recommit to partnership
Royal Caribbean Group announces its new commitment to the next phase of its ongoing partnership with World Wildlife Fund (WWF) for guidance and counsel in establishing bold environmental goals and sustainable business practices.
Royal Caribbean begins construction on sixth Oasis Class vessel
Royal Caribbean has begun construction on the sixth ship in Oasis Class in Saint-Nazaire, France. Utopia of the Seas is scheduled to enter service in spring 2024.

Spectrum of the Seas arrives in Singapore
Singaporeans can set their sights on adventure with the arrival of Royal Caribbean International’s Spectrum of the Seas. In celebration of Asia’s most innovative, action-packed ship calling Singapore home, the cruise line has extended Spectrum’s first season in the region for a full year through to April 2023.

Wonder of the Seas joins Royal Caribbean
The next of the Oasis-class, the vessel debuts adventures for all ages across thrills, entertainment dining and nightlife on March 4th, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Covid-19 forces Royal Caribbean cancellations
Royal Caribbean International has confirmed it will cancel voyages on four ships over the coming months due to “ongoing Covid-19-related circumstances around the world”.

Fain to step down from Royal Caribbean after three decades
Richard Fain will step down as Royal Caribbean Group chief executive early next year after more than three decades at the helm of the company. He will be replaced by chief financial officer, Jason Liberty.