Trends Part 1 Behind the Scenes: Cruise Shipbuilding Trends - RCL Perspective

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1 Trends Part 1 Behind the Scenes: Cruise Shipbuilding Trends - RCL Perspective Harri Kulovaara Executive Vice President, Maritime Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. CLIA Leadership Forum - Hollywood, Florida

Cruise Shipbuilding Current Trends Competitive shipbuilding marketplace and thin order book New regulations driving new ship classes / designs While average ship size increases, space ratio is more

2 Cruise Shipbuilding Current Trends Competitive shipbuilding marketplace and thin order book New regulations driving new ship classes / designs While average ship size increases, space ratio is more compact Multi-option venues enhancing guest experience Cost pressures and higher quality risks due to globalization Extensive focus on revitalizations Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. Ship Building Page 2

3 A Culture of Innovation Our Evolution Oasis of the Seas 5,400 D.O. 225,282 GRT 2009 Freedom of the Seas 3,600 D.O. 154,407 GRT 2006 Radiance of the Seas 2,100 D.O. 90,090 GRT 2001 Voyager of the Seas 3,100 D.O. 137,276 GRT Legend of the Seas 1,800 D.O. 69,130 GRT Sovereign of the Seas 2,300 D.O. 73,192 GRT Song of America 1,400 D.O. 37,584 GRT Song of Norway 700 D.O. 18,000 GRT Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. Ship Building Page 3

RCL Newbuilding Corporate Culture Innovation ingrained in our DNA Ship design driven by Guest Centricity Emphasis on Safety in its broadest terms A culture of Energy & Environmental awareness Strong

4 RCL Newbuilding Corporate Culture Innovation ingrained in our DNA Ship design driven by Guest Centricity Emphasis on Safety in its broadest terms A culture of Energy & Environmental awareness Strong commitment to Fit for Purpose and Life Cycle costs Never ending quest for the latest Technology Partnerships with World s Leading Shipyards, Architects and Engineers Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. Ship Building Page 4

5 Safety Redundancy following safe return to port concepts Probabilistic stability requirements Enhanced security systems for traditional maritime and resort-related risks Future evacuation systems Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. Ship Building Page 5

6 Double Hull Enhancements Before After Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. Ship Building Page 6

Energy Efficiency Sharp focus since 2000, boundless quest Systematic process-driven approach Every new ship generation has been more energy efficient than its predecessor Main focus on

7 Energy Efficiency Sharp focus since 2000, boundless quest Systematic process-driven approach Every new ship generation has been more energy efficient than its predecessor Main focus on propulsion AC and lighting reductions achieved via latest technology Ongoing focus in conservation measures and new tools in all areas Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. Ship Building Page 7

Environmental Stewardship Industry development

Energy and Air Emissions Advanced Exhaust

Wastewater Advanced Wastewater Purification

and Chemical Management Sustainable designs and

8 Environmental Stewardship Industry development from compliance to environmental leadership Energy and Air Emissions Advanced Exhaust Purification (AEP) and SCRs Water and Wastewater Advanced Wastewater Purification (AWP) Energy efficient water production Waste and Chemical Management Sustainable designs and selection of materials Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. Ship Building Page 8

Fit for Purpose While pushing the envelope, implementing new technology and suitability of components require more focus Shifting of production to new geographical areas brings quality issues Need

9 Fit for Purpose While pushing the envelope, implementing new technology and suitability of components require more focus Shifting of production to new geographical areas brings quality issues Need for certifications and quality management enhancement Technology qualification process Identify and address quality, technical and design risks by: Improved design tools Integrated design process with world s leading experts Systematic evaluation process Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. Ship Building Page 9

efficiencies and mitigate risks Natural newbuilding evolution into existing ships 2011-6 ships ( LB, FR, TUI 2, IN, SP & RD)

10 Innovation Extends to Revitalization Enhancing guest experience while improving profitability Complement our most modern tonnage Life cycle management Most challenging project - no turnkey providers Lean principles for revitalizations to achieve efficiencies and mitigate risks Natural newbuilding evolution into existing ships ships ( LB, FR, TUI 2, IN, SP & RD) ships ( SM, ML, MA, RH, GR, XP, SR, EN) ships ( LG, CN, ID, BR, VI) Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. Ship Building Page 10

Summary Cruise industry has matured over the last 4 decades Expect industry to continue growing, but at a slower pace Moving from Caribbean to international global

11 Summary Cruise industry has matured over the last 4 decades Expect industry to continue growing, but at a slower pace Moving from Caribbean to international global operations Key drivers Value for money Design through innovation Exceptional onboard experience International destinations Pushing design boundaries is key for success

PASSENGER SHIP SAFETY. Damage stability of cruise passenger ships. Submitted by the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) SUMMARY

PASSENGER SHIP SAFETY. Damage stability of cruise passenger ships. Submitted by the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) SUMMARY E MARITIME SAFETY COMMITTEE 93rd session Agenda item 6 MSC 93/6/6 11 March 2014 Original: ENGLISH PASSENGER SHIP SAFETY Damage stability of cruise passenger ships Submitted by the Cruise Lines International