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Updated Aug 3, 2026
NCLH Q2 2026: Revenue grows on capacity additions but Net Yield compresses as Norwegian brand demand weakness and Middle East conflict pressure booked position.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings delivered Q2 2026 total revenue of $2.6 billion on materially expanded capacity from new ship deliveries, but Net Yield declined to $298.10 per Capacity Day from $304.34, and Adjusted EBITDA fell to $665.5 million from $694.0 million, signaling that capacity is outrunning pricing power. The company's own disclosure that it 'remains below its optimal booked position for the next 12 months' — driven by Norwegian brand execution failures and Middle East conflict — is the single most important admission in the filing. A $225 million combined annualized savings program (structural and technology-driven) is the primary management lever, but benefits are explicitly not expected to materially affect 2026 results.
Tone: cautiousRevenue
$9.8B
NCLH 10-K · FY 2025
Employees
44,500
Revenue FY2024
$9.5B
Founded
1966
Profile
NCLH 10-K Item 1 · Mar 2, 2026Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. is a global cruise company operating three brands — Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, and Regent Seven Seas Cruises — across a combined fleet of 34 ships with approximately 71,400 berths. The company serves premium and luxury travelers across itineraries to roughly 700 ports worldwide, generating revenue through passenger ticket sales and onboard spending. Its brands span the contemporary, premium, and ultra-luxury segments of the cruise market.
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We are a leading global cruise company which operates the Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises brands. Our brands offer itineraries to worldwide destinations including Europe, Asia, Australia, New Zealand, South America, Africa, Canada, Bermuda, Caribbean, Alaska and Hawaii. Norwegian's U.S.-flagged ship, Pride of America, provides the industry's only entirely inter-island itinerary in Hawaii. All of our brands offer an assortment of features, amenities and activities, including a variety of accommodations, multiple dining venues, bars and lounges, spa, casino and retail shopping areas and numerous entertainment choices. All brands also offer a selection of shore excursions at each port of call, as well as air transportation and hotel packages for stays before or after a voyage. Our portfolio of three award-winning brands operates a combined 34 ships, ranging in size from approximately 500 to over 4,000 Berths. Norwegian's ships cater to a variety of travelers with up to 20 dining options on select ships; various attractions, including the world's first hybrid rollercoaster and waterslide at sea. Oceania Cruises' award-winning onboard dining, with multiple open seating dining venues, is a central highlight of its cruise experience, complemented by destination-focused itineraries that emphasize immersive, in-depth exploration. Regent's all-inclusive fare includes unlimited shore excursions in every port, a one-night pre-cruise hotel package in Concierge Suites and higher, specialty dining, unlimited premium beverages, including fine wines and spirits, pre-paid gratuities, unlimited Wi-Fi, valet laundry service and other amenities. Our target demographic consists primarily of seasoned travelers and premium families who appreciate upscale experiences. This customer base has proven to be resilient during economic downturns and delivers strong repeat booking patterns.
Primary products
- Passenger ticket revenue
- Onboard and other revenue
- Casino operations
- Shore excursions
- Specialty dining
- Spa services
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Named competitors
“Our primary competition includes operators such as Carnival and Royal Caribbean, as well as other cruise lines such as MSC Cruises, Viking Ocean Cruises and Virgin Voyages.” Competitive position, as stated in the filing
Revenue commentary · FY 2025
Total revenue increased from $9.48 billion in 2024 to $9.83 billion in 2025, driven by growth in both passenger ticket revenue and onboard and other revenue.
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