3Cruise Industry News: 2020 European River Cruise Market Report

Key Players

Lueftner Cruises: Pioneers

CroisiEurope: Finding More Rivers

2020: The Largest Brands

A-ROSA: Green Push

Plantours: Growing Capacity

AmaMagnaAmaWaterways has introduced a  new vessel with the AmaMagna. At 72 feet wide, she has nearly double the beam (width) of an average river vessel. This allows for staterooms between 205 and 710 square feet. The 443-foot long, 196-passenger ship was built in the Netherlands and sails on the Danube.

Al Fresco Restaurant The AmaMagna is unique in the river world offering a wide choice of restaurants, including one located on a semi-open deck. The venue features a plant-based menu, retractable windows and out-door seating.

Jimmy’s Restaurant This family-style restaurant also features a wine bar.

Chef’s Table Included in the ticket price, the Chef’s Table offers an open kitchen and upscale menu.

T E C H N I C A L D A T A

Main Lounge The ship’s main lounge and public areas spans through two levels. The area also features a dance floor and live music with a grand piano.

Accomodations

The majority of staterooms measure 355 square foot and feature full balconies.

Pool and Fitness

A large, heated pool sits on top of the AmaMagna; nearby, guests can practice yoga with classes offered.

Library Twice the size of a regular riverboat, the AmaMagna also features two libraries. This one is located on the portside and features a decorative fireplace.

Cinema Want to go to the movies on a river? It’s possible with AmaMagna’s onboard cinema.

B U I L T I N

2019

B U I L T I N

Netherlands

L E N G T H

443 feet

W I D T H

72 feet

C R E W

70

S T A T E R O O M S

98

Continued Growth

Viking: No. 1 Operator

New Ship: Adora

Riverboat Market Statistics

New Ship: AmaMagna

Doninturflot: Best of Russia

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Waterways

Crystal: Expanding Empire

Market Reports

Avalon Waterways: Room With A View

Nicko: German Kings

Scenic: Speedy Expansion

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SWOTSTRENGTHS

Vacation Value

Diversified Product Offering

New Ships

Easy Vacation Option

Big Operators Marketing Heavily

Strong Destination Attractiveness

Vessel Management Firms Dominate

WEAKNESSES

Limited Ship Size

Perception for “Older” Guests

Seasonal Business

Too Many Brands

Limited Deployment Arena

OPPORTUNITIES

Ripe for Mergers & Acquisitions

Chinese Market

Low-Cost Entry

Available Tonnage

Baby Boomers and Millennials

Cross-Over with Ocean Market

Wellness and Active Lifestyle Market

THREATS

Ocean/Land Competition

Port Congestion

Water Levels

Lack of Crew

Geopolitical Events

Regulatory Issues

Community Pushback

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Amadeus: Five Stars For A Younger Crowd

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SWOT

River Advice: Full Service Management

Fred. Olsen: River Entry Positive

Fleet Deployment

Phoenix Reisen: New Ships, New Products

AmaWaterways: Wide Berth

Emerald Waterways: ‘Growing Quickly’

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Mystic Invest: Third Biggest Fleet

Scylla: ‘Full Value Chain’

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Uniworld: Super Ships

1AVista: Targeting the German Market

Riseday: Building to Four Ships

Riviera River Cruises: North America Push

Feenstra Rijn Lijn: Methodical Build Up

Crucemundo: ‘Warm’ Welcome

Orderbook: New Vessels for 2020

Tauck: Small Is Big

Vodohod: Russian Leader

HTL: ‘Flexibility and Hospitality’

Channel Cruises Holland: Bicycle Target

European Waterways: Luxury Barging

Chervona Ruta: Comeback Trail

Mosturflot: Russian Ships

Infoflot: Chinese Flock to Russian Market

A&K: Boutique Offering

TUI: New Player for 2020

The River Cruise Line: ‘Intimate Atmosphere’

Gate 1: ‘Over Deliver’

DCS Touristik: Two Ship Pair

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Select Voyages: ‘One Newbuild Every Year’

APT/Travelmarvel: Expansive Program

Saga: Strong Vertical

Rivertech: Large Fleet

Grand Circle: ‘Personalized Experience’

Dunav Tours: Diversified Fleet

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