Norwegian Cruise Line Holding, the listed parent of Norwegian Cruise Liner and NCL America, said it expects Net Yield to increase between 3.5% and 5.5% in 2013 on both an as reported and Constant Currency basis. Fuel consumption is expected to be approximately 460,500 metric tons with a per metric ton price of approximately $695, net of hedges. Adjusted EPS is expected to be in the range of $1.20 to $1.40.
”For the first quarter of 2013, compared to the same period in 2012, Net Yield is expected to increase between 2.5% and 3.5% on both an as reported and Constant Currency basis. Net cruise cost excluding fuel per capacity day basis is expected to be flat to up 1.0% on both an as reported and Constant Currency basis. Adjusted EPS is expected to be in the range of $0.02 to $0.05. Fuel consumption is expected to be approximately 109,000 metric tons with a per metric ton price of approximately $670 net of hedges,” the company said.
"2013 marks the beginning of the next chapter of Norwegian's growth story," commented Kevin Sheehan, CEO. ”The delivery of our Breakaway and Breakaway Plus class vessels, designed to improve on the already successful platform of Norwegian Epic, along with our strong product proposition that offers a consistent experience throughout our fleet, has Norwegian well positioned for 2013 and beyond."
