Four More Carnival Corp. Ships Are Sold

Another round of Carnival Corporation ships has been sold. Holland America Line announced that Amsterdam, Maasdam, Rotterdam and Veendam will be leaving the fleet and transferring to undisclosed buyers.

MS Maasdam S Class Cruise Ship Holland America Line
(Photo via Holland America Line)

The four ships have been sold in pairs, with the S-Class Maasdam and Veendam transferring to one company in August 2020, while the R-Class Amsterdam and Rotterdam will move to another company in fall 2020.

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“I recognize and appreciate the deep affection our guests have toward our company and the ships in our fleet,” said Gus Antorcha, president of Holland America Line. “While streamlined, our diverse fleet continues to offer exceptional options for cruisers looking for a mid-sized ship experience to destinations all around the world. I look forward to carrying on those beloved shipboard offerings while cultivating new ideas to bring to our guests.” 

About The Sold Ships

Maasdam joined the fleet in 1993 as the second of four S-Class ships. Carrying 1,258 guests, it is the fourth Holland America Line ship to bear the Maasdam name.

Most recently, the 55,575-ton ship sailed longer South Pacific and Alaska voyages. Veendam, the final S-Class ship, was delivered in 1996.

The fourth Holland America Line ship to bear the name Veendam, the 57,092-ton vessel carries 1,350 guests.

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The first ship in the R Class, 61,849-ton Rotterdam was introduced in 1997. Carrying 1,404 guests, it is the sixth Holland America Line ship to be named Rotterdam.

Amsterdam joined the fleet in 2000 as the final of four R-Class ships. Carrying 1,380 guests, it is the third Holland America Line ship to be named Amsterdam.

Most recently, the 62,735-ton ship operated the line’s Grand World Voyage.

In an earnings call, Carnival Corporation CEO Arnold Donald said they would be selling 13 of its ships, reducing the capacity by nine percent.

So far, Carnival Corporation has announced the sale of Costa Victoria and P&O Oceana.

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