Economic slowdown has hit the UK hard. The number of cruise ships marketed to UK passengers are taking a hit due to the economic slowdown. So far this year we have seen:- The Hibridean Spirit pulled from service.
- The reduction of Ocean Village Cruise Line - to a one ship operation
- The departure of Island Cruises, their incorporation into Thompson Cruises and the transfer of the Island Star to Spanish operator Pullantur.
- Carnival's decision to not sail the Carnival Splendor from the UK.
- Fred Olsen Cruises retirement of the Black Prince later this year.
- Page and Moy's announcement that this will be the last year for them operating the Ocean Majesty. Page and Moy may have another ship in 2010 - but it has not been announced yet.
Further reductions are expected should the economic situation not improve.
