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Royal Caribbean Reflags 6 Ships!
Hi Everyone,
I received this information from Royal Caribbean and thought it would be of interest. If you have missed any of my news' postings, they are available on my web site. Best regards, Ray LIGHTHOUSE TRAVEL 800-719-9917 or 805-566-3905 http://www.lighthousetravel.com Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. Announces Plan to Reflag Six Ships to Bahamian Registry MIAMI, Sept. 15 After a year of discussion with union representatives, Norwegian government officials and its own employees, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. today announced its plans to transfer the registry of six Royal Caribbean International ships from Norway to the Bahamas. The transfer of registry for Enchantment of the Seas, Splendour of the Seas, Majesty of the Seas, Monarch of the Seas, Rhapsody of the Seas and Sovereign of the Seas to the Bahamian registry is scheduled to occur by early 2005. Royal Caribbean's other 13 ships are already registered in the Bahamas, as are the nine ships of its sister brand, Celebrity Cruises. The move will affect about 400 Royal Caribbean shipboard employees covered by collective bargaining agreements required by the Norwegian International Ship Registry. The company plans to keep compensation levels for those employees at or above their current levels during a two-year transition period set to end in January 2007. Having Royal Caribbean's ships registered in two countries has required the company to operate under different sets of standards involving marine operations, hiring, compensation and benefits, medical certification and other issues. Operating under a single flag will result in a more streamlined management process for Royal Caribbean's shipboard operations, according to the company. "Since the day our company was founded, we have been proud of our strong ties to Norway, and transferring the registry of six ships will not change that fact," said Royal Caribbean Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fain. "However, the competitive nature of the cruise industry is intense, and we must ensure our competitiveness throughout the business." Should registration with Norway again become competitive, Royal Caribbean will revisit the flagging issue, company officials said. Royal Caribbean International will continue to use the Norwegian classification society Det Norske Veritas, which issues certificates for all 19 vessels in the brand's fleet and performs many related services on an ongoing basis that are critical to its operations. Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. is a global cruise vacation company that operates Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises, with a combined total of 29 ships in service and one under construction. The company also offers unique cruisetour vacations in Alaska, Canada and Europe. Additional information can be found by contacting your travel professional. |
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"Ray Goldenberg" wrote in message Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. Announces Plan to Reflag Six Ships to Bahamian Registry More of that wonderful Norwegian heritage ..... gone. Ernie |
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"Ray Goldenberg" wrote in message Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. Announces Plan to Reflag Six Ships to Bahamian Registry More of that wonderful Norwegian heritage ..... gone. Ernie |
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RTCReferee wrote: The best medical care by far, (in the best medical facilities), that I've ever experienced on a ship was on the Royal Princess, which is (or was then) flagged in Great Britain. Interesting, ref. When we sailed on the Explorer OTS a few years ago, Eileen and I went to the rough beach side of the island on Labadee. When we emerged from the Ocean, Eileen's ankle was all cut up from rough surf and broken sea shells by the shore. We sought some medical help because Eileen was diabetic. What we go from the RCCL nurse on the island was anything but decent medical care. Guess it all depends on the ship (place) you are at. Howie |
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RTCReferee wrote: Howie wrote: RTCReferee wrote: The best medical care by far, (in the best medical facilities), that I've ever experienced on a ship was on the Royal Princess, which is (or was then) flagged in Great Britain. Interesting, ref. When we sailed on the Explorer OTS a few years ago, Eileen and I went to the rough beach side of the island on Labadee. When we emerged from the Ocean, Eileen's ankle was all cut up from rough surf and broken sea shells by the shore. We sought some medical help because Eileen was diabetic. What we go from the RCCL nurse on the island was anything but decent medical care. Guess it all depends on the ship (place) you are at. Did you get some follow-up care back on the ship? We always carried anti-biotic ointment when traveling (problem was it was in our stateroom), so it wasn't necessary. How was it? We think that it's important to factor in medical facilities, doctors, etc. just as it is gym facilities, restaurants, etc. onboard. You just never know what you might need and when you might need it. I never do, but of course your approach makes more sense. Howie |
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RTCReferee wrote: Howie wrote: RTCReferee wrote: The best medical care by far, (in the best medical facilities), that I've ever experienced on a ship was on the Royal Princess, which is (or was then) flagged in Great Britain. Interesting, ref. When we sailed on the Explorer OTS a few years ago, Eileen and I went to the rough beach side of the island on Labadee. When we emerged from the Ocean, Eileen's ankle was all cut up from rough surf and broken sea shells by the shore. We sought some medical help because Eileen was diabetic. What we go from the RCCL nurse on the island was anything but decent medical care. Guess it all depends on the ship (place) you are at. Did you get some follow-up care back on the ship? We always carried anti-biotic ointment when traveling (problem was it was in our stateroom), so it wasn't necessary. How was it? We think that it's important to factor in medical facilities, doctors, etc. just as it is gym facilities, restaurants, etc. onboard. You just never know what you might need and when you might need it. I never do, but of course your approach makes more sense. Howie |
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