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Breaking: Chidsey Named Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings CEO; Harry Sommer Out

the cruise industry, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH) has announced the appointment of John W. Chidsey as its new President and Chief Executive Officer. This transition comes as Harry Sommer, who...

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