Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Appoints John Chidsey to Board of Directors

Core Insights - Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. appointed John Chidsey as an independent director on February 5, 2025, marking his return to the Board after serving from 2013 to 2022 [1][2] - Chidsey will chair the Nominating and Governance Committee and be a member of the Audit Committee, increasing the number of independent members on the Board to seven out of eight [1][2] Company Overview - Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. operates three brands: Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, and Regent Seven Seas Cruises, with a fleet of 32 ships and approximately 66,500 berths [4] - The company plans to add 13 additional ships by 2036, which will increase its fleet capacity by approximately 41,000 berths [4] Leadership Background - John Chidsey has extensive experience in large-scale operations and financial management, having served as CEO of Subway and Burger King [2] - His previous roles include leadership positions at Cendant Corporation and senior financial roles at PepsiCo [2][3] - Chidsey holds an MBA in Finance and Accounting, a J.D. from Emory University, and a B.A. from Davidson College [3]