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CMO Opinion
Business Fortune
11 July, 2025
Norwegian Cruise Line appoints Kiran Smith as their new CMO, strengthening marketing strategies and tourist experiences along with the expansion of fleet and private island offerings.
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), Singapore, has announced its new Chief Marketing Officer (CMO)—Kiran Smith. With the previous CMO, Adam Malone, as the Senior Vice President of Guest Experience.
Smith will head NCL's marketing division with experience in business growth and transformation. Her main aim will be to use visitor analytics and data to develop campaigns and narratives that connect with tourists. Smith highlighted the importance of modifying marketing strategies to the needs of today's tourists.
"Nowadays tourists want far more than a simple vacation—they desire experiences that are special and lasting," said Smith. "Our aim is to communicate with tourists in manners that truly improve their experience." From the first registration to the onboard activities, Adam Malone's new position focuses on improving the entire experience for tourists. This shift shows NCL's ongoing dedication to delivering excellent, individualized vacations.
In addition, NCL will expand its current fleet significantly, with seven new ships scheduled to be delivered by 2036, improving the business's capacity by 50%. They are also upgrading services on Great Stirrup Cay, their private island in the Bahamas, along with expanding their fleet. New multi-ship pier and an enormous heated pool area will be added to provide visitors more ease and enjoyment.
Cruise Line intends to combine innovative marketing strategies, improved tourist experiences, and fleet expansion as it anticipates the future. Under the leadership of Smith and Malone, NCL aims to be the top by offering every passenger personalized, fascinating, and memorable vacations. This strategy ensures that the business will continue to develop and modify as travel habits change.