Solid first three months for Carnival puts wind in its sails for 2022

(Alliance News) - Carnival PLC on Monday said it has achieved "significant milestones during first three months of restart" after seeing its cruises halted by the global pandemic.

The Miami, US-based cruise ship operator said it has seen nearly 100 cruises and 237,000 guests sailed since July.

"Our first three months back in service has underscored our strong brand loyalty, the best customer base in the cruise industry and our team’s ability to deliver outstanding results and guest service," said Christine Duffy, president of Carnival Cruise Line.

Carnival Cruise Line has announced plans to have 17 ships back in guest service by the end of 2021, with additional ships returning in January and February and the entire US fleet back in guest operations by spring 2022.

Carnival shares ended 1.6% higher at 1,675.35 pence each in London on Thursday.

By Greg Roxburgh; gregroxburgh@alliancenews.com

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