Carnival Plc - CUK STOCK NEWS

Carnival Corporation (NYSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK) announced its partnerships with EGE CELIK and SIMSEKLER for the responsible dismantling and recycling of two retired cruise ships. This initiative supports the company's phased strategy to resume cruise operations while committing to sustainability through compliance with EU, IMO, and other international regulations. The collaboration with Sea2Cradle ensures optimal safety and environmental standards throughout the recycling process, which aims to reuse and recycle a significant percentage of materials, reinforcing Carnival's commitment to a sustainable cruise industry.

Carnival Corporation and the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) will host the Global Scientific Summit on COVID-19 on July 28, 2020, from 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. GMT. The virtual event aims to enhance understanding of COVID-19 through expert panels discussing epidemiology, transmission, testing, therapeutics, and risk mitigation. This free event is open to the public and targets global tourism leaders including WTTC members and private businesses, emphasizing the application of scientific knowledge to manage COVID-19's impact on society.

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and Carnival Corporation announced a Global Science Summit on COVID-19 scheduled for July 28, aimed at sharing insights from leading medical experts. The event will feature discussions on various COVID-19 related topics such as epidemiology, transmission, and therapeutics. The summit, which is open to the public, highlights the collaboration between WTTC and Carnival to address practical solutions for living with COVID-19. Notable panelists include experts from prestigious institutions like the University of Miami and Mayo Clinic.

Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE: CCL; CUK) announced the closing of a private offering totaling $775 million in 10.500% Second-Priority Senior Secured Notes and €425 million in 10.125% Second-Priority Senior Notes, both due in 2026. These proceeds will support general corporate purposes. The offering was limited to qualified institutional buyers and non-U.S. investors. Carnival emphasizes that this release does not constitute a sales offer for securities.

Carnival Corporation & plc announced the pricing of private offerings totaling $775 million in USD Notes and €425 million in Euro Notes, both due in 2026. The USD Notes carry a 10.500% interest rate, while the Euro Notes are set at 10.125%. Interest payments will be made semi-annually, starting February 1, 2021. The notes will be secured by a second-priority lien on various assets, including vessels and intellectual property. Net proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes, with offerings closing on July 20, 2020.

Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK) provided a business update for Q2 2020, highlighting the impact of COVID-19 on cruise operations. The company plans to resume cruises in phases, starting with AIDA from Germany in August 2020, incorporating enhanced health measures. It anticipates a 9% reduction in fleet capacity due to the disposal of 13 ships and deferrals in new ship deliveries. The CEO noted cost reductions of $7 billion and secured over $10 billion in liquidity. Ongoing cash burn is estimated at $650 million monthly, with bookings for 2021 showing signs of demand.

AIDA Cruises, part of Carnival Corporation (NYSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK), announces the resumption of sailing operations starting August 2020. After a halt since mid-March due to COVID-19, three ships will restart: AIDAperla on August 5, AIDAmar on August 12, and AIDAblu on August 16. Bookings commence July 9. Enhanced health protocols, including temperature checks and digital health questionnaires, have been developed in collaboration with health authorities to ensure a safe cruising experience.