Acclaimed composer Benjamin Squires has announced the launch of his new album, Soundtrack for the Seas - the world’s first original musical score of a cruise. Inspired by a voyage to seek out the Northern Lights, it was created in his new role as the first ever Composer-in-Residence for Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, and the cruise industry as a whole.
A creative departure from his recent work on t
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has been awarded Silver Carbon Literate Organisation status, becoming the first cruise line to achieve the recognition and underlining its commitment to supporting a more sustainable future for cruising.
The accolade was presented at The Carbon Literacy Project’s seventh annual Carbon Literate Organisation (CLO) Awards on 3rd June.
The recognition reflects Fred. Olse
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has today unveiled its brand-new Autumn/Winter 2027 programme, designed to help guests escape the cooler UK months in favour of winter sunshine, cultural discovery and memorable adventures.
The programme features 20 sailings departing between October and December 2027, offering opportunities to witness the Northern Lights in Arctic Norway, explore the rich cultures of M
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is giving guests even more reason to look forward to time at sea, with half‑price premium drinks packages now available on selected autumn and winter cruises.
Available on new bookings made before 30thJuly 2026 (inclusive), guests can enjoy premium drinks packages from just £20 per person, per night on selected sailings aboard Bolette, Borealis and Balmoral, departing b
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has unveiled a new 24/7 public access defibrillator in Rosyth as it’s cruise ship, Balmoral returns to Scotland for its summer programme.
The defibrillator was funded by Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines following fundraising efforts for Norfolk-based charity Heart 2 Heart by guests and team members across the fleet and in its UK office.
Installed outside Rosyth Fish Bar, the
Dance legends Arlene Phillips and Ian Waite will headline a specially curated dance-themed sailing in a first for Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines this year.
Setting sail from Southampton aboard smaller ship Borealis in December, this five-night cruise will bring together a mix of dance, from ballroom, Latin and sequence, to tap, line-dancing and more.
Olivier award-winning Dame Arlene Phillips, o
Holidaymakers chasing warmer days can swap the UK’s autumn chill for Mediterranean sunshine, with free flights on selected sailings with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines.
On the 30th September, Fred. Olsen’s smaller ship Balmoral, will set sail on a Grand Voyage around the Mediterranean and Atlantic Islands, which unfolds across six individual itineraries. Highlights include calls to iconic destination
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines welcomed future female talent aboard its flagship, Bolette, bringing together women who are shaping the maritime industry to inspire future careers at sea.
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, in partnership with Liverpool Cruise Port, recently invited 39 female students from Liverpool John Moores University, Hugh Baird College and Fleetwood Nautical Campus aboard Bolette to mark
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has brought guests and crew together to plant 300 trees in Madeira, supporting ecological restoration through a hands-on shore experience.
On 23rdApril, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines invited 28 guests and crew members from Bolette to join an exclusive, complimentary shore experience – a hands-on morning of tree-planting at Funchal Ecological Park, a protected nature reserve
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has welcomed Leanna Lakes to its Senior Leadership Team, following her appointment to the newly created role of Technical and Marine Operations Director.
The appointment reinforces Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ continued focus on operational excellence as the company supports its future growth plans.
In her role, Leanna will lead a newly established operational function
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has welcomed Rebecca Argent to its Sales Team as Account Manager for the North West.
Rebecca joined the team in late March, bringing extensive industry experience to the role. She previously held positions as Cruise Product Executive at Cruise 118 and Travelpack, where she worked closely with account managers across multiple cruise lines, gaining valuable insight into
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has partnered with KITRO to trial AI-powered food waste monitoring devices on board its flagship Bolette, supporting efforts to reduce onboard waste and improve operational efficiency.
The six-month pilot project with the Swiss technology company marks a significant step in transforming how food waste is managed on board. It forms part of the cruise line’s broader commi
