Fred. Olsen’s Borealis Undergoes Drydock Maintenance at Damen
Olsen Cruise Lines’ Borealis, built in 1997, is currently at the Damen Shiprepair yard in Rotterdam for technical maintenance and public area upgrades. The ship arrived at the yard in late October.
Maintenance and Upgrades
- New lifeboat winches installed to enhance safety systems.
- Owner Suites received maintenance and upkeep.
- Fitness Center upgraded with new window frames.
- Atlantis Spa’s changing rooms re-tiled and a new jacuzzi added to the Thermal Suite.
- The Colors & Tastes specialty restaurant refreshed with new lighting and wallpaper.
- New open-air dining venue, Fresco, is being added alongside a pediluvio on the aft pool deck.
- Additional behind-the-scenes work is ongoing and will be revealed later.
Our teams have been hard at work carrying out a wide range of upgrades and maintenance projects,
Fred. Olsen said in a social media update.
Service Resumption
The Borealis is scheduled to resume service on November 7, 2025, departing from Portsmouth, UK. It will begin a five-night Mystery Cruise, with the itinerary disclosed only after embarkation.
Author’s summary: The Borealis at Damen shipyard is undergoing comprehensive upgrades focused on safety, comfort, and new amenities, preparing for its November relaunch with an exclusive cruise experience.