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Monday, December 10, 2007

Her Royal Highness The Duchess Of Cornwall Names Cunard's New Queen Victoria

Cunard Line released the following information today concerning the exciting naming of their newest ocean liner, the Queen Victoria:

Southampton, England - December 10, 2007 -
Continuing a grand royal tradition, HRH The Duchess of Cornwall officially named Cunard Line's newest ocean liner, Queen Victoria, this afternoon during a colorful and regal ceremony in front of a VIP audience of more than 2,000 guests, celebrities and dignitaries.

A milestone in Cunard and British maritime history, this historic occasion marks the continuation of a long tradition of senior Royals naming Cunard liners. "Every one of our Cunard Queens has been named by a member of the Royal Family and we are delighted that Queen Victoria follows in this regal tradition," said Carol Marlow, president and managing director of Cunard Line.

Queen Victoria is not only a classic Cunard ocean liner, offering the very best of Cunard heritage and traditions, but is also the second largest Cunarder the company has ever built. She departs on her Maiden Voyage on Tuesday December 11, 2007.