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StocksMedium•13 February 2026•

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NCLH Announces Leadership Transition: John W. Chidsey Named CEO

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Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH) announced a significant leadership transition, with President and CEO Harry Sommer stepping down from his role and the Board of Directors. John W. Chidsey, a current NCLH board member and former CEO of Subway Restaurants, has been immediately appointed as the new President and Chief Executive Officer. Chidsey is expected to leverage his extensive experience in transforming major consumer-facing companies to drive operational efficiency and improve performance for NCLH. This strategic move aims to sharpen execution across the company's operations. Concurrently, NCLH anticipates its Net Yield for the fourth quarter of 2025 to be near the midpoint of its previously issued guidance. The appointment signals a focus on experienced leadership to navigate future market dynamics within the cruise industry.