23 June 2025
Cordelia’s Empress Completes 35 Years of Service
Cordelia Cruises’ Empress recently celebrated its 35th anniversary after entering service on May 31, 1990.
Currently in service for the India-based company, the ship was originally ordered for Admiral Cruises but spent most of its sailing career with Royal Caribbean International.
Initially poised to be named Future Seas, the 48,563-ton vessel was built at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in St. Nazaire, France.
Sold along with its operator to Royal Caribbean while still under construction, the ship underwent significant changes before being completed as the Nordic Empress.
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