Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has inked agreements to charter out four ships across its three brands.
Two Norwegian Cruise Line vessels, Norwegian Sky and Norwegian Sun, will be chartered to Cordelia Cruises in India. Both ships accommodate about 2,000 passengers at double occupancy.
The charters are anticipated to begin in 2026 and 2027, respectively. The Sun-class ships are among NCL's oldest. The Sky entered service in 1999, the Sun in 2001.
As previously reported, the 490-passenger Seven Seas Navigator -- a Regent Seven Seas Cruises ship -- will be chartered to Crescent Seas, a residential cruise line. Crescent Seas also will get Oceania's Insignia in a charter agreement.
These charters are anticipated to begin in 2026 and 2027, respectively. The Navigator is Regent's oldest ship, having debuted in 1999. The Insignia is an R-class ship that entered service in 1998 for Renaissance Cruises. The 670-passenger ship started sailing for Oceania in 2003.
NCLH CEO Harry Sommer called the charter deals "a testament to our disciplined approach to fleet optimization."
"By strategically repurposing these vessels into markets and uses outside of our core business, we continue to generate value for our shareholders while focusing on a modernized fleet that enhances our guests' vacation experiences," said Sommer.
NCLH has aggressive expansion plans across its three brands. The company has 12 ships on order through 2036 -- seven for NCL, three for Oceania and two for Regent Seven Seas.
"These newbuilds will bring innovative design and elevated guest experiences, ensuring that the company's portfolio remains at the forefront of the cruise industry," NCLH said.