MIAMI, Florida – April 26, 2018
– Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd., a leading global cruise
company which operates Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and Regent
Seven Seas Cruises brands, today celebrated the groundbreaking of the
new and dedicated Norwegian Cruise Line terminal
at PortMiami.
The Miami-Dade County Board of Commissioners approved
the project on April 10, 2018, with construction beginning May 1.
Present at the ceremony, which took place at PortMiami’s Terminal B,
were Frank Del Rio, president and chief executive officer
of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd., Andy Stuart, president and
chief executive officer of Norwegian Cruise Line, Howard Sherman,
executive vice president of onboard revenue and destination services,
Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos A. Gimenez, Miami-Dade
County commissioner Rebeca Sosa, PortMiami director and chief executive
officer Juan Kuryla, Florida State Representative Cynthia Stafford and
leading executives from the architecture and construction firms on
record, Bermello Ajamil & Partners and the NV2A-Haskell
joint venture.
The state-of-the-art terminal is scheduled for
completion by the fall of 2019, as
Norwegian Encore, the newest ship of the Breakaway Plus class, debuts in Miami with seasonal
cruises to the Caribbean.
“This
iconic terminal represents our continued partnership with Miami-Dade
County, our commitment to excellence and Miami as a world capital,” said
Frank Del Rio, president and chief executive officer of Norwegian
Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.. “As a global cruise company we’re
transforming and elevating guest experiences through design and
innovation on our ships, and this new terminal at PortMiami is the
next step in that journey. We are honored to be here today alongside
the team dedicated to making this dream a reality.”
At
nearly 166,500 square feet, the Norwegian terminal will accommodate
ships of up to 5,000 passengers and will feature state-of-the-art
technology
to support faster and more efficient embarkation and disembarkation, as
well as expedited security screening and luggage check-in. A dedicated
lounge and service area will offer a warm and welcoming arrival for
guests, and a new parking garage and valet parking
area with direct access to the terminal will streamline the entire
arrival and departure process for more efficiency.
“As
Miami continues to develop as a global tourist destination, we view
investing in PortMiami's infrastructure as imperative to sustainable
growth,"
said Mayor Gimenez. "The construction of a new cruise terminal with the
capacity to berth an additional 5,000-passenger cruise ship allows for
the creation of thousands of jobs and increased opportunities for our
community. We are eager to witness the incredible
beauty the terminal will bring to our city skyline and grateful for
Norwegian Cruise Line's steadfast partnership.”
Aside
from improved functionality and efficiency, the terminal, which is
being constructed to LEED-Silver standards, is set to be a modern
architectural
masterpiece and the new “pearl” of Miami’s stunning skyline. Drawing
inspiration from the Fibonacci nautilus, a natural example of the golden
ratio of perfection,
the spiraled and
multi-level façade, transcendental and glass-encased building offers
stunning ocean views that embody the freedom and flexibility of the
Norwegian cruising experience.
“We
are incredibly honored to be working with Norwegian and PortMiami on
this innovative project,” said Luis Ajamil, president and chief
executive
officer of Bermello Ajamil & Partners. “Having the opportunity to
design a building that is sure to become an iconic Miami destination is
very exciting, and we look forward to establishing the new standard for
passenger comfort and experience.”
“NV2A
and Haskell share a passion for construction and a commitment to
excellence. As builders, we play an integral role and have great
responsibility
to the development and growth of the community,” said Agustin Arellano
Sr., chairman of NV2A Group and board member of the NV2A-Haskell joint
venture. “It is an honor and privilege to be part of a project that will
have an everlasting impact on the city. We
look forward to delivering this incredible new terminal for Norwegian
Cruise Line, PortMiami and Miami-Dade County.”
For
additional information or to book a cruise aboard a Norwegian ship,
contact a travel professional, call Norwegian at 888-NCL-CRUISE
(625-2784),
or visit www.ncl.com.
About Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.
Norwegian
Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE:NCLH) is a leading global cruise
company which operates the Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and
Regent Seven Seas Cruises
brands.
With
a combined fleet of 26 ships with approximately 54,400 berths, these
brands offer itineraries to more than 450 destinations worldwide. The
Company will introduce six
additional ships through 2025, and has an option to introduce two
additional ships for delivery in 2026 and 2027.
Norwegian
Cruise Line is the innovator in cruise travel with a 51-year history of
breaking the boundaries of traditional cruising. Most notably,
Norwegian revolutionized
the cruise industry by offering guests the freedom and flexibility to
design their ideal cruise vacation on their schedule with no set dining
times, a variety of entertainment options and no formal dress codes.
Today, Norwegian invites guests to enjoy a relaxed,
resort- style cruise vacation on some of the newest and most
contemporary ships at sea with a wide variety of accommodations options,
including The Haven by Norwegian®, a luxury enclave with suites,
private pool and dining, concierge service and personal butlers.
Norwegian Cruise Line sails around the globe, offering guests the
freedom and flexibility to explore the world on their own time and
experience up to 27 dining options, award-winning entertainment,
superior guest service and more across all of the brand’s
16 ships.
Celebrating
its 15th anniversary in 2018, Oceania Cruises is the world’s leading
culinary- and destination-focused cruise line. The line’s six intimate
and luxurious ships
which carry only 684 or 1,250 guests offer an unrivaled vacation
experience featuring the finest cuisine at sea and destination-rich
itineraries that span the globe. Expertly crafted voyages aboard
designer-inspired, intimate ships call on more than 450 ports
across Europe, Alaska, Asia, Africa, Australia, New Zealand, New
England-Canada, Bermuda, the Caribbean, Panama Canal, Tahiti and the
South Pacific and epic Around The World Voyages that range from 180 to
200 days.
Regent
Seven Seas Cruises offers the industry’s most inclusive luxury
experience aboard its all-suite fleet. Seven Seas Mariner’s 2018
dry-dock refurbishment will conclude
the line’s $125 million refurbishment program to elevate the elegance
of the whole fleet to the standard set by Seven Seas Explorer. In early
2020, Regent will perfect luxury with the launch of Seven Seas Splendor.
A voyage with Regent Seven Seas Cruises includes
all-suite accommodations, round-trip air, highly personalized service,
exquisite cuisine, fine wines and spirits, unlimited internet access,
sightseeing excursions in every port, gratuities, ground transfers and a
pre-cruise hotel package for guests staying
in concierge-level suites and higher.
About Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.
Norwegian
Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE:NCLH) is a leading global cruise
company which operates the Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and
Regent Seven Seas Cruises
brands.
With
a combined fleet of 26 ships with approximately 54,400 berths, these
brands offer itineraries to more than 450 destinations worldwide. The
Company will introduce six
additional ships through 2025, and has an option to introduce two
additional ships for delivery in 2026 and 2027.
Norwegian
Cruise Line is the innovator in cruise travel with a 51-year history of
breaking the boundaries of traditional cruising. Most notably,
Norwegian revolutionized
the cruise industry by offering guests the freedom and flexibility to
design their ideal cruise vacation on their schedule with no set dining
times, a variety of entertainment options and no formal dress codes.
Today, Norwegian invites guests to enjoy a relaxed,
resort- style cruise vacation on some of the newest and most
contemporary ships at sea with a wide variety of accommodations options,
including The Haven by Norwegian®, a luxury enclave with suites,
private pool and dining, concierge service and personal butlers.
Norwegian Cruise Line sails around the globe, offering guests the
freedom and flexibility to explore the world on their own time and
experience up to 27 dining options, award-winning entertainment,
superior guest service and more across all of the brand’s
16 ships.
Celebrating
its 15th anniversary in 2018, Oceania Cruises is the world’s leading
culinary- and destination-focused cruise line. The line’s six intimate
and luxurious ships
which carry only 684 or 1,250 guests offer an unrivaled vacation
experience featuring the finest cuisine at sea and destination-rich
itineraries that span the globe. Expertly crafted voyages aboard
designer-inspired, intimate ships call on more than 450 ports
across Europe, Alaska, Asia, Africa, Australia, New Zealand, New
England-Canada, Bermuda, the Caribbean, Panama Canal, Tahiti and the
South Pacific and epic Around The World Voyages that range from 180 to
200 days.
Regent
Seven Seas Cruises offers the industry’s most inclusive luxury
experience aboard its all-suite fleet. Seven Seas Mariner’s 2018
dry-dock refurbishment will conclude
the line’s $125 million refurbishment program to elevate the elegance
of the whole fleet to the standard set by Seven Seas Explorer. In early
2020, Regent will perfect luxury with the launch of Seven Seas Splendor.
A voyage with Regent Seven Seas Cruises includes
all-suite accommodations, round-trip air, highly personalized service,
exquisite cuisine, fine wines and spirits, unlimited internet access,
sightseeing excursions in every port, gratuities, ground transfers and a
pre-cruise hotel package for guests staying
in concierge-level suites and higher.
Bermello Ajamil & Partners Inc.
Bermello
Ajamil & Partners Inc. (B&A) is a global Architecture,
Engineering, Planning, Landscape Architecture, Interior Design and
Construction
Services firm. The firm operates on 6 continents from its offices in
Florida, New York, California and Denmark and is the most experienced
and respected firm in the cruise sector, developing master plans, market
studies, financial studies, tourism studies,
and cruise terminals. B&A has developed cruise facilities at all
major US ports, in Europe, Australia, Asia and the Middle East. For
more information, please visit
www.bermelloajamil.com.
About the NV2A-Haskell Joint Venture
NV2A
Group and The Haskell Company have joined forces to offer their
combined expertise for the construction of the Terminal B facility at
PortMiami
dedicated to Norwegian Cruise Line. Over the past 30 years, members of
the NV2A-Haskell team have been directly responsible or personally
involved in complex and high-profile projects, including the Miami
Seaport Redevelopment Program, Miami International
Airport’s North and South Terminals, and the Adrienne Arsht Center for
the Performing Arts—a project that brought Haskell and the principals of
NV2A Group together for the first time. This partnership provides
Norwegian Cruise Line and PortMiami a highly qualified,
industry leading team of professionals with local, international,
in-depth experience to successfully deliver another one of Miami’s most
iconic buildings. For more information, please visit
www.nv2agroup.com and
www.haskell.com.
About PortMiami
PortMiami
is among America's busiest ports and recognized across the globe as the
Cruise Capital of the World and Global Gateway. PortMiami contributes
more than $41.4 billion annually to Miami-Dade County and generates
324,000 direct, indirect, and induced jobs. For more information please
visit www.portmiami.biz
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