What happened P&O Oceana?
P&O Cruises has announced it is selling one of its oldest vessels, Oceana. The Southampton-based company said the ship, which was built 20 years ago, has a buyer and will leave its fleet this month. P&O Cruises has suspended all sailings until mid-October because of the coronavirus restrictions.
Where is Oceana cruise ship now?
The cruiseship is moored at the Greek port of Patras, according to its latest AIS update.
Who has bought Oceana cruise ship?
Seajets
Greek ropax operator Seajets is new owner of Oceana, renamed Queen of the Oceans. Greece’s ropax operator Seajets has entered the over-night cruise sector, purchasing former P&O Cruises’ Oceana, with the ship delivered in Patras yesterday.
When was Oceana last refurbished?
Oceania Cruises Regatta Ship Information
| Regatta | |
|---|---|
| Year Built | 1998 |
| Year Last Refurbished | 2019 |
| Capacity | 684 passengers |
| Decks | 9 |
What is the oldest P&O cruise ship?
Mindful that Canberra would soon have to be retired, P&O ordered a new Oriana in 1995, which still sails as the oldest ship in the P&O Cruises’ fleet. Aurora joined the fleet in 2000; followed by Oceana, which originally sailed as Ocean Princess under the Princess brand.
Has P&O Oceana had a refit?
Carnival UK have spent just over £31 million revamping the 77,499 tonne vessel. The ship relocated to Hamburg on 29th November, where the crew focused on cosmetic and technical improvements.
Has P&O Oceana been sold?
P&O Cruises announced that the Oceana has been sold and will leave the fleet. It makes the 2000-built 2,016-guest ship the first “modern” cruise ship sold due to the COVID-19 pandemic. A buyer or a sales price was not named.
Who bought P&O?
Carnival Corporation & plc
Formerly a public company, it was sold to DP World in March 2006 for £3.9 billion. DP World currently operate three P&O branded businesses, P&O Ferries, P&O Maritime and P&O Heritage. P&O Cruises was spun off from P&O in 2000, and is now owned and operated by Carnival Corporation & plc.
Which is the smallest P&O cruise ship?
The smallest ship in the P&O Cruises fleet is Aurora. Azura and Ventura are very similar in size and have the same passenger capacity.
How many passengers are on the Oceania Regatta?
The Regatta class is a class of cruise ships that are owned by Oceania Cruises. The Regatta-class ships were built in 1998–2000 for Renaissance Cruises as a part of their R class. They have a gross tonnage of 30,277 and can accommodate a maximum of 824 passengers in 343 cabins.