Passenger numbers likely to be restricted, says Royal boss

The number of passengers allowed to sail is likely to be restricted in a post-coronavirus landscape, according to the boss of Royal Caribbean.

Ben Bouldin, the company’s vice president EMEA, said that he was anticipating increased screening and a bigger focus on medical facilities on board when the cruise industry does start sailing again.

Speaking to trade partners during the line’s first ‘Cafe Royal’ event, Bouldin added that social distancing on board would be the new normal, including around the pool and in restaurants.

He added: “Until there’s a vaccine, we’re trying to understand what the new normal is. Things will be really different. Be reassured we are looking at absolutely everything.”