After more than three months adrift, Norwegian Cruise Line will soon have a president again.

Parent company Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings announced the appointment of Marc Kazlauskas to the role vacated in August by David Herrera.

Kazlauskas is a veteran of the travel industry and will take on his new responsibilities starting Jan. 19, 2026.

He has more than 30 years of senior leadership experience across sales, operations and innovation in the global travel industry, according to NLCH. His most recent role was CEO of Avoya Travel, with previous leadership experience as president of FROSCH and managing director of Chase Travel Group. His resume also includes roles with Insight Vacations, Tauck World Discovery, Orient Cruise Line and Signature Travel Network.

With the Chase role, he oversaw more than $11 billion in sales, managing partnerships with airlines, tour operators and cruise lines.

“Marc is a proven leader with deep commercial expertise and an unwavering commitment to the guest experience,” said Harry Sommer, president and CEO of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings. “His appointment comes at a pivotal time for the Norwegian Cruise Line brand.”

That includes expansion of the line’s amenities on Great Stirrup Cay in the Bahamas, including a newly built pier, and continued work on its new construction with ships planned through 2036. Its most recent ship, Norwegian Aqua, debuted earlier this year, and a sister ship, Norwegian Luna, is set to arrive to Miami in the spring.

“Marc will be instrumental in further advancing the brand’s long-term performance and growth,” Sommer said.

The company touted Kazlauskas’ track record of driving commercial performance, customer-experience enhancements and major modernization initiatives, noting they align with the cruise line’s continued focus on disciplined pricing, operational efficiency and elevated guest offerings.

“The momentum already underway sets NCL up for continued success, and I look forward to building on the company’s strong performance alongside its incredible team,” Kazlauskas said.