Azamara has announced the name and delivery of its newest ship, the Azamara Onward. The ship's delivery, which took place on March 15, 2021, coincides with Azamara's transition to an independent cruise brand and company.
“This moment marks a new beginning for Azamara as we increase our capacity and begin our journey as an independent cruise company. Our beautiful new ship can access smaller ports and allows us to take our guests to even more destinations,” said Azamara President Carol Cabezas. “Our fourth ship marks the beginning of a new adventure, and we chose a name that celebrates the bright future ahead for the brand, our guests, and the industry as a whole.”
The brand has chosen the name Azamara Onward, a name intended to evoke feelings of resilience, positivity, and the infinite possibilities of the future. Overall, the name reflects the brand's journey and its path toward the next chapter.
“Azamara has a bright future and is positioned to continue growing as an independent company,” added Orlando Ashford, CEO of Azamara. “We look forward to welcoming back our loyal customers, as well as new ones, with our expanded fleet offering more schedules and unique Destination Immersion itineraries.”
Azamara Onward will join the existing fleet: Azamara Pursuit, Azamara Journey, and Azamara Quest. The newly acquired vessel, currently docked in Civitavecchia, will undergo an extensive refurbishment to reflect the Azamara brand. Azamara Onward is scheduled to sail its inaugural European season in 2022.
