Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd
For the period ended Jun 30, 2024. Filed Aug 8, 2024.
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Jun 30, 2024 · Filed Aug 8, 2024
What changed in Management’s Discussion and Analysis?
Read the current filingPrevious report: 10-Q
Period ended 2024-03-31; filed 2024-05-07.
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Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of OperationsCurrent report: 10-Q
Period ended 2024-06-30; filed 2024-08-08.
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Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of OperationsThe baseline is this issuer’s latest earlier reporting period of the same form that was filed before the current report. A previous 10-Q is a different quarter, not a year-over-year comparison. Amendments are excluded.
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The Company continues to experience strong consumer demand as the majority of new bookings are pivoting to 2025 sailings. As a result, the Company remains at the upper range of its optimal booked position on a 12-month forward basis.
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Interest expense, net was $178.5 million in 2024 compared to $177.7 million in 2023.
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Six months ended June 30, 2024 (“2024”) compared to six months ended June 30, 2023 (“2023”)
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Revenue
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Expense
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Total cruise operating expense increased 6.7% and Gross Cruise Cost increased 6.1% in 2024 compared to 2023 primarily related to the delivery of three new ships in 2023 partially offset by a reduction in air costs largely due to changes in itinerary mix. Total other operating expense increased 7.5% in 2024 compared to 2023 primarily related to an increase in depreciation expense from the delivery of three new ships in 2023.
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Previous report
The Company continues to experience healthy consumer demand across all revenue streams and had record bookings during the three months ended March 31, 2024 leading to a continued record booked position for the next twelve months. This strong demand is expected to almost fully offset the impact from the redeployed voyages related to the Middle East and Red Sea in 2024.
Previous report
The above presentation reflects the contractual delivery date in the fourth quarter of 2028 of the second Oceania Cruises ship announced subsequent to March 31, 2024. However, it is expected that this delivery date may be moved to early 2029.
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This report includes certain non-GAAP financial measures, such as Adjusted Gross Margin, Net Yield, Net Cruise Cost, Adjusted Net Cruise Cost Excluding Fuel, Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted Net Income (Loss) and Adjusted EPS. Definitions of these non-GAAP financial measures are included below. For further information about our non-GAAP financial measures including detailed adjustments made in calculating our non-GAAP financial measures and a reconciliation to the most directly comparable GAAP financial measure, we refer you to “Results of Operations” below.
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This report includes certain non-GAAP financial measures, such as Adjusted Gross Margin, Net Yield, Net Cruise Cost, Adjusted Net Cruise Cost Excluding Fuel, Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted Net Income and Adjusted EPS. Definitions of these non-GAAP financial measures are included below. For further information about our non-GAAP financial measures including detailed adjustments made in calculating our non-GAAP financial measures and a reconciliation to the most directly comparable GAAP financial measure, we refer you to “Results of Operations” below.
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We use certain non-GAAP financial measures, such as Adjusted Gross Margin, Net Yield, Net Cruise Cost, Adjusted Net Cruise Cost Excluding Fuel, Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted Net Income (Loss) and Adjusted EPS, to enable us to analyze our performance. See “Terminology” for the definitions of these and other non-GAAP financial measures. We utilize Adjusted Gross Margin and Net Yield to manage our business on a day-to-day basis because they reflect revenue earned net of certain direct variable costs. We also utilize Net Cruise Cost and Adjusted Net Cruise Cost Excluding Fuel
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We use certain non-GAAP financial measures, such as Adjusted Gross Margin, Net Yield, Net Cruise Cost, Adjusted Net Cruise Cost Excluding Fuel, Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted Net Income and Adjusted EPS, to enable us to analyze our performance. See “Terminology” for the definitions of these and other non-GAAP financial measures. We utilize Adjusted Gross Margin and Net Yield to manage our business on a day-to-day basis because they reflect revenue earned net of certain direct variable costs. We also utilize Net Cruise Cost and Adjusted Net Cruise Cost Excluding Fuel to
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to manage our business on a day-to-day basis. In measuring our ability to control costs in a manner that positively impacts net income (loss), we believe changes in Adjusted Gross Margin, Net Yield, Net Cruise Cost and Adjusted Net Cruise Cost Excluding Fuel to be the most relevant indicators of our performance.
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manage our business on a day-to-day basis. In measuring our ability to control costs in a manner that positively impacts net income (loss), we believe changes in Adjusted Gross Margin, Net Yield, Net Cruise Cost and Adjusted Net Cruise Cost Excluding Fuel to be the most relevant indicators of our performance.
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In addition, Adjusted Net Income (Loss) and Adjusted EPS are non-GAAP financial measures that exclude certain amounts and are used to supplement GAAP net income (loss) and EPS. We use Adjusted Net Income (Loss) and Adjusted EPS as key performance measures of our earnings performance. We believe that both management and investors benefit from referring to these non-GAAP financial measures in assessing our performance and when planning, forecasting and analyzing future periods. These non-GAAP financial measures also facilitate management’s internal comparison to our historical performance. In addition, management uses Adjusted EPS as a performance measure for our incentive compensation. The amounts excluded in the presentation of these non-GAAP financial measures may vary from period to period; accordingly, our presentation of Adjusted Net Income (Loss) and Adjusted EPS may not be indicative of future adjustments or results.
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In addition, Adjusted Net Income and Adjusted EPS are non-GAAP financial measures that exclude certain amounts and are used to supplement GAAP net income (loss) and EPS. We use Adjusted Net Income and Adjusted EPS as key performance measures of our earnings performance. We believe that both management and investors benefit from referring to these non-GAAP financial measures in assessing our performance and when planning, forecasting and analyzing future periods. These non-GAAP financial measures also facilitate management’s internal comparison to our historical performance. In addition, management uses Adjusted EPS as a performance measure for our incentive compensation. The amounts excluded in the presentation of these non-GAAP financial measures may vary from period to period; accordingly, our presentation of Adjusted Net Income and Adjusted EPS may not be indicative of future adjustments or results.
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As a result of conditions associated with global macroeconomic events, the global economy, including the financial and credit markets, has experienced volatility and disruptions, including impacts to inflation rates, fuel prices, foreign currencies and interest rates. Our costs have been and may be adversely impacted by these factors. We have used, and may continue to use, derivative instruments to attempt to mitigate the risk of volatility in fuel prices and interest rates. In
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As a result of conditions associated with global macroeconomic events, the global economy, including the financial and credit markets, has experienced volatility and disruptions, including impacts to inflation rates, fuel prices, foreign currencies and interest rates. Our costs have been and may be adversely impacted by these factors. We have used, and may continue to use, derivative instruments to attempt to mitigate the risk of volatility in fuel prices, foreign exchange rates and interest rates. In an attempt to mitigate risks related to inflation, our supply chain department has negotiated
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an attempt to mitigate risks related to inflation, our supply chain department has negotiated contracts with varying terms, with a goal of providing us with the ability to take advantage of cost declines when they occur, and diversified our sourcing options. These strategies may not fully offset the impact of current macroeconomic conditions; however, during 2024, we continued to see progress from our ongoing margin enhancement initiative. The Company continues to prioritize identifying and evaluating a variety of initiatives to improve its cost structure and margin profile, while preserving its brand equity and optimal guest satisfaction levels. Furthermore, we are exposed to fluctuations in the euro exchange rate for certain portions of ship construction contracts that have not been hedged. See “Item 1A. Risk Factors” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for additional information.
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contracts with varying terms, with a goal of providing us with the ability to take advantage of cost declines when they occur, and diversified our sourcing options. These strategies may not fully offset the impact of current macroeconomic conditions; however, during 2024, we continued to see progress from our ongoing margin enhancement initiative. The Company continues to prioritize identifying and evaluating a variety of initiatives to improve its cost structure and margin profile, while preserving its brand equity and optimal guest satisfaction levels. Furthermore, we are exposed to fluctuations in the euro exchange rate for certain portions of ship construction contracts that have not been hedged. See “Item 1A. Risk Factors” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for additional information.
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We believe the increasing focus on climate change, including the Company’s recently established targets for greenhouse gas reductions, and evolving regulatory requirements will materially impact our future capital expenditures and results of operations. We have set interim targets to guide us on our path to net zero and provide more details about them in our annual Sail & Sustain Report. We expect to incur significant expenses related to these regulatory requirements and commitments, which may include expenses related to greenhouse gas emissions reduction initiatives, including modifications to our ships, and the purchase of emissions allowances, among other things. We have and may continue to be required to change certain operating procedures, for example slowing the speed of our ships, to meet regulatory requirements, which could adversely impact our operations. We are evaluating the effects of global climate change related requirements, which are still evolving, including our ability to mitigate certain future expenses through initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions; consequently, the full impact to the Company is not yet known. Additionally, our ships, port facilities, corporate offices and island destinations have in the past and may again be adversely affected by an increase in the frequency and intensity of adverse weather conditions caused by climate change. For example, certain ports have become temporarily unavailable to us due to hurricane damage and other destinations have either considered or implemented restrictions on cruise operations due to environmental concerns. Refer to “Impacts related to climate change may adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of operations” in “Item 1A. Risk Factors” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for further information.
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We believe the increasing focus on climate change, including the Company’s recently established targets for greenhouse gas reductions, and evolving regulatory requirements will materially impact our future capital expenditures and results of operations. We have set interim targets to guide us on our path to net zero and provide more details about them in our annual Sail & Sustain Report (which does not constitute a part of, and shall not be deemed incorporated by reference into, this Report). We expect to incur significant expenses related to these regulatory requirements and commitments, which may include expenses related to greenhouse gas emissions reduction initiatives, including modifications to our ships, and will include the purchase of emissions allowances, among other things. We have and may continue to be required to change certain operating procedures, for example slowing the speed of our ships, to meet regulatory requirements, which could adversely impact our operations. We are also evaluating the effects of global climate change related requirements, which are still evolving, including our ability to mitigate certain future expenses through initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions; consequently, the full impact to the Company is not yet known. Additionally, our ships, port facilities, corporate offices and island destinations have in the past and may again be adversely affected by an increase in the frequency and intensity of adverse weather conditions caused by climate change. For example, certain ports have become temporarily unavailable to us due to hurricane damage and other destinations have either considered or implemented restrictions on cruise operations due to environmental concerns. Refer to “Impacts related to climate change may adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of operations” in “Item 1A. Risk Factors” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for further information.
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We refer you to our “Results of Operations” below for a calculation of Adjusted Gross Margin, Adjusted Net Income (Loss), Adjusted EPS and Adjusted EBITDA.
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We refer you to our “Results of Operations” below for a calculation of Adjusted Gross Margin, Adjusted Net Income, Adjusted EPS and Adjusted EBITDA.
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Adjusted Net Income (Loss) and Adjusted EPS were calculated as follows (in thousands, except share and per share data):
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Adjusted Net Income and Adjusted EPS were calculated as follows (in thousands, except share and per share data):
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Total cruise operating expense increased 8.4% and Gross Cruise Cost increased 8.3% in 2024 compared to 2023 primarily related to the delivery of three new ships in 2023. Total other operating expense increased 10.3% in 2024 compared to 2023 largely related to the delivery of three new ships and also reflects an increase in general and administrative costs related to a consulting project.
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Total cruise operating expense increased 5.1% and Gross Cruise Cost increased 4.2% in 2024 compared to 2023 primarily related to the delivery of three new ships in 2023 partially offset by a reduction in air costs largely due to changes in itinerary mix. Total other operating expense increased 4.9% in 2024 compared to 2023 primarily related to an increase in depreciation expense from the delivery of three new ships in 2023.
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Other income (expense), net was income of $18.1 million in 2024 compared to expense of $9.0 million in 2023. The income and expense primarily related to net gains and losses on foreign currency remeasurements.
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Other income (expense), net was income of $1.9 million in 2024 compared to expense of $8.0 million in 2023. The income and expense primarily relate to net gains and losses on foreign currency remeasurements.
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Total revenue increased to $2.2 billion in 2024 compared to $1.8 billion in 2023 primarily due to an increase in Capacity Days and improved pricing. Gross margin per Capacity Day increased 53.4% and Adjusted Gross Margin increased 25.6% to $1.6 billion in 2024 compared to $1.3 billion in 2023 due to an increase in Capacity Days of 7.9% and reflects an increase in passenger ticket pricing and onboard spending. The increase in Capacity Days was primarily related to the delivery of three new ships in 2023.
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Total revenue increased to $4.6 billion in 2024 compared to $4.0 billion in 2023 primarily due to an increase in Capacity Days and improved pricing. Gross margin increased 30.9% and Adjusted Gross Margin increased 17.4% to $3.3 billion in 2024 compared to $2.8 billion in 2023 due to an increase in Capacity Days of 5.9% and reflects an increase in passenger ticket pricing and onboard spending. The increase in Capacity Days was primarily related to the delivery of three new ships in 2023 partially offset by increased Dry-dock days in 2024.
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Interest expense, net was $218.2 million in 2024 compared to $171.3 million in 2023. The increase in interest expense reflects higher losses in 2024 from extinguishment of debt and debt modification costs, which were $29.0 million in 2024 compared to $2.4 million in 2023. Excluding these losses, interest expense increased primarily as a result of higher debt outstanding and higher rates.
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Interest expense, net was $396.6 million in 2024 compared to $348.9 million in 2023. The increase in interest expense reflects higher losses in 2024 from extinguishment of debt and debt modification costs, which were $29.0 million in 2024 compared to $3.2 million in 2023. Excluding these losses, interest expense increased primarily as a result of higher debt outstanding with the delivery of three ships in 2023.
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As of March 31, 2024, our liquidity was approximately $2.4 billion, including cash and cash equivalents of $559.8 million and borrowings available under our $1.2 billion fully undrawn Revolving Loan Facility and $650 million
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As of June 30, 2024, our liquidity was approximately $2.7 billion, including cash and cash equivalents of $594.1 million and borrowings available under our $1.2 billion fully undrawn Revolving Loan Facility, €200 million commitment that can be used for future newbuild payments and $650 million undrawn commitment less related fees. Our primary ongoing liquidity requirements are to finance working capital, capital expenditures and debt service.
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In February 2024, NCLC and the Commitment Parties entered into the third amended commitment letter, which became effective in March 2024. Pursuant to the third amended commitment letter, the Commitment Parties have agreed to purchase from NCLC an aggregate principal amount of $650 million of senior unsecured notes due five years after the issue date at NCLC’s option, which option is available through March 2025. In connection with the execution of the third amended commitment letter, NCLC agreed to repurchase all of the outstanding $250 million aggregate principal amount of 9.75% senior secured notes due 2028 at a negotiated premium plus accrued and unpaid interest thereon.
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In February 2024, NCLC and the Commitment Parties entered into the third amended commitment letter, which became effective in March 2024. Pursuant to the third amended commitment letter, the Commitment Parties have agreed to purchase from NCLC an aggregate principal amount of $650 million of senior unsecured notes due five years after the issue date at NCLC’s option, which option is available through March 2025. In connection with the execution of the
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Based on our liquidity estimates and our current resources, we have concluded we have sufficient liquidity to satisfy our obligations for at least the next 12 months. There can be no assurance that the accuracy of the assumptions used to estimate our liquidity requirements will be correct, and our ability to be predictive is uncertain due to the dynamic nature of the current operating environment, including any current macroeconomic events and conditions such as inflation, rising fuel prices and higher interest rates. We intend to refinance the $565.0 million 3.625% senior unsecured notes due in December 2024 prior to September 2024. Within the next twelve months, we may pursue other refinancings in order to reduce interest expense and/or extend debt maturities. There is no assurance that cash flows from operations and additional financings will be available in the future to fund our future obligations. Beyond the next 12 months, we will pursue refinancings and other balance sheet optimization transactions in order to reduce interest expense and/or extend debt maturities. Refer to Item 1A, “Risk Factors” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for further details regarding risks and uncertainties that may cause our results to differ from our expectations.
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Based on our liquidity estimates and our current resources, we have concluded we have sufficient liquidity to satisfy our obligations for at least the next 12 months. There can be no assurance that the accuracy of the assumptions used to estimate our liquidity requirements will be correct, and our ability to be predictive is uncertain due to the dynamic nature of the current operating environment, including any current macroeconomic events and conditions such as inflation, rising fuel prices and higher interest rates. We currently intend to refinance a portion of the $565.0 million 3.625% senior unsecured notes due in December 2024 during or prior to September 2024. Within the next twelve months, we will pursue other refinancings in order to reduce interest expense and/or extend debt maturities. There is no assurance that cash flows from operations and additional financings will be available in the future to fund our future obligations. Beyond the next 12 months, we will pursue refinancings and other balance sheet optimization transactions in order to reduce interest expense and/or extend debt maturities. Refer to Item 1A, “Risk Factors” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for further details regarding risks and uncertainties that may cause our results to differ from our expectations.
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At March 31,2024, we were in compliance with all of our debt covenants. If we do not continue to remain in compliance with our covenants, we would have to seek additional amendments to or waivers of the covenants. However, no assurances can be made that such amendments or waivers would be approved by our lenders. Generally, if an event of default under any debt agreement occurs, then pursuant to cross default and/or cross acceleration clauses, substantially all of our outstanding debt and derivative contract payables could become due, and all debt and derivative contracts could be terminated, which would have a material adverse impact to our operations and liquidity.
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At June 30,2024, we were in compliance with all of our debt covenants. If we do not continue to remain in compliance with our covenants, we would have to seek additional amendments to or waivers of the covenants. However, no assurances can be made that such amendments or waivers would be approved by our lenders. Generally, if an event of default under any debt agreement occurs, then pursuant to cross default and/or cross acceleration clauses, substantially all of our outstanding debt and derivative contract payables could become due, and all debt and derivative contracts could be terminated, which would have a material adverse impact to our operations and liquidity.
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As of March 31, 2024, we had advance ticket sales of $3.8 billion, including the long-term portion, which included approximately $66.0 million of future cruise credits that have been issued as face value reimbursement for cancelled bookings due to COVID-19. We also have agreements with our credit card processors that, as of March 31, 2024, governed approximately $3.4 billion in advance ticket sales that had been received by the Company relating to future voyages. These agreements allow the credit card processors to require under certain circumstances, including the existence of a material adverse change, excessive chargebacks and other triggering events, that the Company maintain a reserve which would be satisfied by posting collateral. Although the agreements vary, these requirements may generally be satisfied either through a percentage of customer payments withheld or providing cash funds directly to the card processor. Any cash reserve or collateral requested could be increased or decreased. As of March 31, 2024, we had cash
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As of June 30, 2024, we had advance ticket sales of $3.9 billion, including the long-term portion, which included approximately $64.5 million of future cruise credits that have been issued as face value reimbursement for cancelled bookings due to COVID-19. We also have agreements with our credit card processors that, as of June 30, 2024, governed approximately $3.5 billion in advance ticket sales that had been received by the Company relating to future voyages. These agreements allow the credit card processors to require under certain circumstances, including the existence of a material adverse change, excessive chargebacks and other triggering events, that the Company maintain a reserve which would be satisfied by posting collateral. Although the agreements vary, these requirements may generally be satisfied either through a percentage of customer payments withheld or providing cash funds directly to the card processor. Any cash reserve or collateral requested could be increased or decreased. As of June 30, 2024, we had cash collateral reserves of approximately $43.9 million with credit card processors, which includes $12.4 million recognized in accounts receivable, net and $31.5 million recognized in other long-term assets. We may be required to pledge additional collateral and/or post additional cash reserves or take other actions in the future that may adversely affect our liquidity.
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In this section, references to “2024” refer to the three months ended March 31, 2024 and references to “2023” refer to the three months ended March 31, 2023.
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In this section, references to “2024” refer to the six months ended June 30, 2024 and references to “2023” refer to the six months ended June 30, 2023.
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Net cash provided by operating activities was $807.2 million in 2024 as compared to $503.3 million in 2023. The net cash provided by operating activities included net income (losses) and timing differences in cash receipts and payments relating to operating assets and liabilities. Advance ticket sales increased by $592.2 million in 2024 and by $668.3 million in 2023.
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Net cash provided by operating activities was $1.5 billion in 2024 and 2023. The net cash provided by operating activities included net income (losses) and timing differences in cash receipts and payments relating to operating assets and liabilities. Advance ticket sales increased by $742.4 million in 2024 and by $826.2 million in 2023. The net cash provided by operating activities includes the return of $500 million cash collateral from one credit card processor in 2023.
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Net cash used in investing activities was $255.2 million in 2024 and $236.4 million in 2023. The net cash used in investing activities was primarily related to newbuild payments and ship improvements in 2024. The net cash used in investing activities was primarily related to newbuild payments in 2023.
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Net cash used in investing activities was $620.9 million in 2024 and $1.0 billion in 2023. The net cash used in investing activities was primarily related to newbuild payments and ship improvements in 2024. The net cash used in investing activities was primarily related to newbuild payments in 2023.
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Net cash used in financing activities was $394.5 million in 2024 primarily due to repayments of newbuild loans and our 2028 Secured Notes. Net cash used in financing activities was $513.4 billion in 2023 primarily due to debt repayments and a net decrease in our Revolving Loan Facility partially offset by the proceeds of $850 million from our various note offerings.
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Net cash used in financing activities was $665.5 million in 2024 primarily due to repayments of newbuild loans and our 2028 Secured Notes partially offset by the proceeds from newbuild loan facilities. Net cash used in financing activities was $592.3 million in 2023 primarily due to debt repayments and a net decrease in our Revolving Loan Facility balance, partially offset by the proceeds from newbuild loan facilities and $850 million from our various note offerings.
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Future capital commitments consist of contracted commitments, including ship construction contracts. Anticipated expenditures related to ship construction contracts (which includes two ships on order for Oceania Cruises that are expected to be cancelled, and excludes orders for four Norwegian Cruise Line ships, which are not yet effective) were $0.5 billion for the remainder of 2024 and $2.2 billion and $2.4 billion for the years ending December 31, 2025 and 2026, respectively, reflecting delays in certain scheduled ship delivery dates. The Company has export credit financing in place for the anticipated expenditures related to ship construction contracts of $0.3 billion for the remainder of 2024 and $1.6 billion and $1.5 billion for the years ending December 31, 2025 and 2026, respectively. Anticipated non-newbuild capital expenditures for the remainder of 2024 are approximately $460 million. Future expected capital expenditures will significantly increase our depreciation and amortization expense.
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Future capital commitments consist of contracted commitments, including ship construction contracts. Anticipated expenditures related to ship construction contracts (which includes two ships on order for Oceania Cruises, currently scheduled for delivery in 2030 and 2031, that are expected to be cancelled, and excludes orders for four Norwegian Cruise Line ships, which were not effective as of June 30 ,2024) were $0.3 billion for the remainder of 2024 and $2.2 billion and $2.3 billion for the years ending December 31, 2025 and 2026, respectively, reflecting delays in certain scheduled ship delivery dates. The Company has export credit financing in place for the anticipated expenditures related to ship construction contracts of $0.1 billion for the remainder of 2024 and $1.6 billion and $1.5 billion for the years ending December 31, 2025 and 2026, respectively. Anticipated non-newbuild capital expenditures for the remainder of 2024 are approximately $280 million. Future expected capital expenditures will significantly increase our depreciation and amortization expense.
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The following chart discloses details about our newbuild program. The impacts of initiatives to improve environmental sustainability and modifications the Company plans to make to its newbuilds and/or other macroeconomic conditions and events have resulted in delays in expected ship deliveries. These and other impacts could result in additional delays in ship deliveries in the future, which may be prolonged. Expected delivery dates for our most recently announced newbuilds are preliminary and subject to change. Orders announced after March 31, 2024 are in bold.
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The following chart discloses details about our newbuild program. The impacts of initiatives to improve environmental sustainability and modifications the Company plans to make to its newbuilds and/or other macroeconomic conditions and events have resulted in delays in expected ship deliveries. These and other impacts could result in additional delays in ship deliveries in the future, which may be prolonged. Expected delivery dates for our most recently announced newbuilds are preliminary and subject to change.
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As of March 31, 2024, the combined contract prices, including amendments and change orders, of the five ships on order for delivery was approximately €5.8 billion, or $6.3 billion based on the euro/U.S. dollar exchange rate as of March 31, 2024. The combined contract prices of the six new ships with contracts that became effective subsequent to March 31, 2024 (which includes the two ships on order for Oceania Cruises, which were scheduled for delivery in 2030 and 2031, respectively, but are expected to be cancelled, and excludes the orders for the four Norwegian Cruise Line ships, which are not yet effective) was approximately €5.3 billion, or $5.7 billion based on the euro/U.S. dollar exchange rate as of March 31, 2024. If the two ships on order for Oceania Cruises are cancelled, there will be incremental corresponding adjustments to the purchase price of other applicable newbuilds not to exceed €51 million. We do not anticipate any contractual breaches or cancellations to occur, except as noted above. However, if any such events were to occur, it could result in, among other things, the forfeiture of prior deposits or payments made by us and potential claims and impairment losses which may materially impact our business, financial condition and results of operations.
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The combined contract prices, including amendments and change orders, of the 11 ships on order for delivery (which includes the two ships on order for Oceania Cruises, which are currently scheduled for delivery in 2030 and 2031, respectively, but are expected to be cancelled, and excludes the orders for the four Norwegian Cruise Line ships, which were not effective as of June 30 ,2024) was approximately €11.0 billion, or $11.8 billion based on the euro/U.S. dollar exchange rate as of June 30, 2024. If the two ships on order for Oceania Cruises are cancelled, there will be incremental corresponding adjustments to the purchase price of other applicable newbuilds not to exceed €51 million. We do not anticipate any contractual breaches or cancellations to occur, except as noted above. However, if any such events were to occur, it could result in, among other things, the forfeiture of prior deposits or payments made by us and potential claims and impairment losses which may materially impact our business, financial condition and results of operations.
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Capitalized interest for the three months ended March 31, 2024 and 2023 was $10.1 million and $14.7 million, respectively, primarily associated with the construction of our newbuild ships.
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Capitalized interest for the three months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023 was $13.2 million and $16.6 million, respectively, and for the six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023 was $23.3 million and $31.3 million, respectively, primarily associated with the construction of our newbuild ships.
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As of March 31, 2024, our material cash requirements for debt and ship construction were as follows (in thousands):
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As of June 30, 2024, our material cash requirements for debt and ship construction (which includes the two ships on order for Oceania Cruises that are expected to be cancelled, and excludes the orders for the four Norwegian Cruise Line ships, which were not effective as of June 30 ,2024) were as follows (in thousands):
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We believe our cash on hand, the availability under the Revolving Loan Facility and undrawn commitment less related fees, expected future operating cash inflows and our ability to issue debt securities or additional equity securities, will be sufficient to fund operations, debt payment requirements, capital expenditures and maintain compliance with covenants under our debt agreements over the next 12-month period. Refer to “—Liquidity and Capital Resources—General” for further information regarding liquidity.
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We believe our cash on hand, the availability under the Revolving Loan Facility and undrawn commitments less related fees, expected future operating cash inflows and our ability to issue debt securities or additional equity securities, will be sufficient to fund operations, debt payment requirements, capital expenditures and maintain compliance with covenants under our debt agreements over the next 12-month period. Refer to “—Liquidity and Capital Resources—General” for further information regarding liquidity.
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Total revenue increased to $2.4 billion in 2024 compared to $2.2 billion in 2023 primarily due to an increase in Capacity Days and improved pricing. Gross margin increased 11.4% and Adjusted Gross Margin increased 10.6% to $1.7 billion
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in 2024 compared to $1.5 billion in 2023 due to an increase in Capacity Days of 4.0% and reflects an increase in passenger ticket pricing and onboard spending. The increase in Capacity Days was primarily related to the delivery of three new ships in 2023 partially offset by increased Dry-dock days in 2024.
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Other income (expense), net was income of $20.0 million in 2024 compared to expense of $17.0 million in 2023. The income and expense primarily relate to net gains and losses on foreign currency remeasurements.
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third amended commitment letter, NCLC agreed to repurchase all of the outstanding $250 million aggregate principal amount of 9.75% senior secured notes due 2028 at a negotiated premium plus accrued and unpaid interest thereon.
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undrawn commitment less related fees. Our primary ongoing liquidity requirements are to finance working capital, capital expenditures and debt service.
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collateral reserves of approximately $51.3 million with credit card processors, which includes $19.8 million recognized in accounts receivable, net and $31.5 million recognized in other long-term assets. We may be required to pledge additional collateral and/or post additional cash reserves or take other actions in the future that may adversely affect our liquidity.