Fred. Olsen Selects Star International for Safety Equipment Maintenance – Cruise Industry News | Cruise News
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has chosen marine and offshore services company Star International to handle safety equipment maintenance for its fleet, as stated in a press release.
The five-year agreement encompasses the yearly examination and upkeep of firefighting systems and life-saving devices (including SOLAS inflatable life jackets) on board Fred. Olsen’s three mid-sized cruise ships, the Bolette, the Borealis, and the Balmoral.
“Having recently collaborated with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines on several occasions, we were thrilled when they approached us for this long-term contract to ensure the safety of their passengers and crew. Regular and thorough maintenance of on-board safety systems goes beyond mere regulatory compliance – it saves lives and helps reduce the impact and expenses associated with accidents at sea,” remarked Star’s Managing Director Matthew Ball.
“We share a common ethos with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines – like them, Star began as a family-operated business and, as we’ve expanded, we’ve maintained that customer-centric approach, providing safety service solutions tailored to each individual client,” he emphasized.
“We are honored to be partnering with Star International, both being reputable brands with extensive histories in the marine and maritime sectors,” expressed Stuart Ferguson, Head of Quality and Resource at Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines.
“Safety has always been and will continue to be our top priority, and we are excited to collaborate with Star International in maintaining a significant portion of our safety equipment in the years ahead,” he added.
Operating primarily from the United Kingdom, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines offers fly-free voyages to various destinations worldwide.
Previously in operation with Holland America Line, the Bolette and the Borealis are the company’s largest and most recent ships.
Originally constructed in the late 1990s, the sister vessels, accommodating 1,300 guests each, became part of Fred Olsen’s fleet in 2020.