By
Alex Smith |
AmaWaterways has outlined plans to expand its fleet to more than 50 ships by 2032, including 15 new vessels in Europe and an increase of more than 60 per cent in capacity outside the region, with additional ships planned for Africa and Asia.
The expansion builds on a fleet of 31 ships currently in operation. In Europe, the company had previously confirmed eight new ships and has added a further seven, including one for the Douro in Portugal. Additional growth in Africa includes one more vessel on the Chobe River and two new ships on the Nile in Egypt, one of which is scheduled to enter service in 2026.
“Our expansion reflects strong demand across both our established and emerging markets,” said Catherine Powell, CEO of AmaWaterways. “River cruising is on a clear growth trajectory, and we are investing with purpose, expanding our global footprint while continuing to elevate the experience for our guests and our travel partners.”
Planned additions include AmaNubia, which is scheduled to enter service in September 2026 on the Nile alongside AmaDahlia and AmaLilia, with 38 staterooms. AmaRudi is due to debut in 2027 on the Danube as the company’s second double-width vessel, following AmaMagna, with capacity for 196 guests across 98 staterooms. AmaMaya is also scheduled for launch in 2027 on the Mekong with 60 staterooms, while AmaFiora will enter service on the Rhine the same year with 76 staterooms.
Further vessels include AmaClara, planned for 2028 on the Rhône in France with 76 staterooms, AmaGaia, also scheduled for 2028 on the Douro in Portugal, and AmaCleo, which will operate on the Nile from 2028.