• Customer deposits increased in the second quarter of 2021 compared to the previous quarter.
• Cash burn rate in the first half of 2021 was better than forecasted primarily due to the timing of proceeds from ship sales and working capital changes.
• 42 ships from eight of the company's nine brands either have resumed or are announced to resume guest cruise operations by November 30, 2021, which is over 50% of the company's capacity, with more announcements expected in the coming weeks.
• Booking volumes for all future cruises during the second quarter of 2021 were 45% higher than booking volumes during the first quarter of 2021.
• Cumulative advanced bookings for full year 2022 are ahead of a very strong 2019, despite minimal advertising or marketing.
• Building on a legacy of ESG performance, the company announced its 2030 sustainability goals and 2050 sustainability aspirations, focusing strategically and holistically on enhancing its sustainable business model while reinforcing its commitment to and investment in sustainability solutions.
• The company repriced its first-priority senior secured term loan facility, reducing its future annual interest expense by over $120 million per year and has approval in principle from the relevant export credit agencies to defer approximately $1.0 billion of principal payments, increasing its near term liquidity. The company expects these transactions to close during the third quarter of 2021 and continues to focus on pursuing additional refinancing opportunities to reduce interest rates and extend maturities.

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