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Laura Hyde |
US-based river cruise operator American Cruise Lines has ordered a further three newbuild ships, meaning it now has seven scheduled for delivery by Maryland shipbuilder Chesapeake Shipbuilding by the end of 2026.
Six of those are Project Blue series vessels, while the seventh is a brand-new American riverboat, which, although similar to its sister ships, will feature several new design elements.
“The domestic cruise industry is the healthiest it has ever been; demand for modern river products, new small ships and unique exploration in the US continues to grow,” said Charles Robertson, president and CEO of American Cruise Lines, which sails itineraries exclusively on US rivers and coasts. “That demand is powered by destinations brimming with history and ships that provide the best onboard experience in the world.”