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AmaWaterways Orders 8 New Ships for European Fleet Expansion

Sep 19, 2025
AmaWaterways  River Cruise  Travel News  Western Europe  
AmaWaterways Orders 8 New Ships for European Fleet Expansion
Soon, the AmaWaterways fleet will include eight more riverboats.
Credit: 2025 AmaWaterways

AmaWaterways has announced plans to add eight new ships to its European orderbook, with deliveries scheduled by 2030. The expansion will bring the river cruise line's international fleet to more than 40 vessels, which will double its quantity of riverboats since 2020.

"Our expanding fleet is a direct response to the strong demand from guests eager to discover river cruising and Europe's beautiful rivers," said Catherine Powell, CEO of AmaWaterways. "These new ships represent exciting opportunities for our valued travel advisor partners and us to grow together."

RELATED: Review: AmaWaterways on the Mekong River

Typical ship amenities for the river cruise line include sun deck pools, walking tracks, fitness rooms, spas and evening cultural performances. Guests receive services from a dedicated Cruise Manager and crew, with butler service available in select suites. The line also features Wellness Hosts who conduct daily exercise and relaxation classes.

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Additional details about the new ships will be released in coming months.

Editor’s Note: This article was generated by AI, based on a press release distributed by AmaWaterways. It was fact-checked and reviewed by a TravelAge West editor.

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