With the vessels due for delivery by 2030, the expanded order book will effectively double AmaWaterways’ fleet size.
The latest announcement follows a flurry of new players and added hardware on Europe’s rivers, amid a surge in demand from travellers in Australia and around the world.
“Our expanding fleet is a direct response to the strong demand from guests eager to discover river cruising and Europe’s beautiful rivers,” Powell said.
“These new ships represent exciting opportunities for our valued travel advisor partners and us to grow together.
“With each new ship, we will continue to sail our guests to the heart of every destination while delivering our high-touch service, elegant design and immersive experiences,” she added.
Competition is hotting up in Europe, with APT recently confirming to TD that it has booked new slots for new-builds for Europe, while brands like Royal Caribbean’s Celebrity and The Travel Corporation’s Trafalgar will make their river debuts in Apr 2026 and Aug 2027 respectively.
For AmaWaterways, there have been plenty of changes as well, with a CEO outside of the family-owned business calling the shots for the first time since Jul.
