Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has announced that David Herrera is stepping down as president of its flagship Norwegian Cruise Line.
Per the company’s most recent filing, Herrera’s resignation took effect immediately and NCLH is currently in the process of seeking out a new president for the brand.
In the meantime, Herrera’s predecessor, NCLH president and chief executive Harry Sommer, will step into his place.
A timely change
In a statement, Sommer thanked Herrera for his service to the company over the past couple of years.
He said: “David Herrera has been a dedicated member of our leadership team, and we are grateful for his decade of contributions to NCL’s growth and success. We wish him the very best in his next chapter.”
Sommer likewise expressed enthusiasm with regard to working closer with the team at NCL in order to capitalise on the many opportunities ahead.
At the same time, the NCLH chief executive pointed out that the company’s flagship is poised to enter a new chapter in its history.
He said: “Aligned with our continued strategic evolution and focus on our Charting the Course Strategy and 2026 targets, NCL is entering a transformative chapter in its nearly 60-year history that will elevate the guest experience even further. Marked by seven next-generation ships on order, major enhancements underway at Great Stirrup Cay, the greatest private island in the Caribbean, and an expanded Caribbean presence, the brand is well-positioned for meaningful growth.”
