“The momentum from the initiatives we have implemented is building and is reflected in the solid foundation of bookings which, coupled with the powerful earnings growth from our existing fleet and upcoming ship additions, have positioned 2016 to be a breakout year,” said Frank Del Rio, President and CEO of the company, in a statement.
“With a clear path to significant earnings growth, we are confident in our targets of $5.00 earnings per share in 2017 and growing our already industry leading return on invested capital to 14% by 2018,” he continued.
The delivery of Norwegian Escape in October marks the latest chapter in the Company’s measured newbuilding programme which provides ship deliveries each year through 2019.
“The company will take delivery of two additional ships in 2016. Sirena will join Oceania Cruises in March with her first sailing in late April following a 35-day, multi-million dollar upgrade and refurbishment. Seven Seas Explorer will join the Regent fleet in the third quarter,” the company said.
