Carnival Conquest Dry Dock Delay Leads to New Wave of Cancellations

Carnival Cruise Line has announced further delays in the maintenance schedule for its ship, Carnival Conquest. Initially set for dry dock in January 2026, the ship’s maintenance has now been pushed to February 2026, resulting in the cancellation of sailings planned for February 6, 9, 13, and 16.

This change comes after previously disrupting voyages during January due to a rescheduling of the vessel’s dry docking at the Grand Bahama Shipyard in Freeport. The cruise line has communicated with affected passengers, providing options for rebooking at the original fare on alternate sailings, which includes an onboard credit of up to $100, or a full refund with reimbursement for up to $200 for non-refundable airfare or change fees.

These operational disruptions are not limited to Carnival Conquest, as they reflect ongoing challenges within shipyard scheduling across the cruise industry. Similar issues have led to the cancellation of other ships’ voyages, including those of Carnival Liberty, where schedules were disrupted due to a strike at a Spanish shipyard.

This situation highlights the intricate and interconnected nature of cruise ship maintenance operations, indicating that even standard dry dockings necessary for inspections and repairs can have far-reaching implications for fleet management when unexpected schedule changes occur.

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