Cordelia Cruises to Acquire Two Ships from Norwegian Line

Norwegian Cruise Line has reached a deal to transfer two of its Sun-class ships — Norwegian Sky and Norwegian Sun — to India-based Cordelia Cruises, a move that marks a major expansion for the growing cruise operator.

The handover will take place in two phases, with Norwegian Sky set to join the Cordelia fleet in 2026 and Norwegian Sun following in 2027.

Both vessels have a gross tonnage of around 77,000, span approximately 850 feet in length, and can accommodate about 2,000 passengers along with 900 crew members.

“We are thrilled to welcome these iconic vessels to the Cordelia fleet, building on the overwhelming success of Empress, which redefined cruise holidays for Indian travellers,” said Jurgen Bailom, President and CEO of Waterways Leisure Pvt Ltd, the company behind Cordelia Cruises. “With the addition of Sky and Sun, we are entering a new era of cruise holidays for Indian guests — one that is bigger, bolder, and more immersive than ever before.”

The acquisition is expected to greatly enhance Cordelia’s offerings and capacity, reinforcing its position as a leader in India’s cruise tourism sector.