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Extensive investment for cruise ship and future 'memorable moments'
Portsmouth News
|November 17, 2025
A stunning luxury cruise ship has been modernised with "exciting enhancements" ahead of her return to Portsmouth during her winter season.
MS Borealis, operated by Fred Olsen, has gone through extensive investment ahead of operating from Portsmouth International Port this year.
Several trips from Portsmouth have been scheduled, including to Germany, Latvia, Finland, Norway, Portugal, The Canary Islands, Spain, and other destinations.
Engineers oversaw a two-week maintenance rejuvenation programme in Rotterdam - making technical upgrades and enhancements to improve customer experience.
CEO of Fred Olsen, Samantha Stimpson, said she is delighted the 61,849 tonne vessel is welcoming back guests after the major changes.
This story is from the November 17, 2025 edition of Portsmouth News.
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