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Holland America Line Receives Sixth Consecutive Green Gateway Award from Port of Seattle for Environmental Stewardship

Line also captures TechnologyInnovator award from Port of Seattle

Seattle, Wash., April 22, 2015 — The Port of Seattle presentedHolland America Line with its sixth consecutive Green Gateway Award. The Portof Seattle also presented Seattle's hometown cruise line with the TechnologyInnovator award.

ThePort of Seattle presents the Green Gateway Awards annually to cruise andcommercial lines that call at the port and whose environmental efforts aredeemed worthy of recognition.

"HollandAmerica Line's commitment to the environment is something we're very proud of,and to be recognized for the sixth year by the Port of Seattle with a GreenGateway Award is a testament to our dedication and focus," said OrlandoAshford, Holland America Line's president. "We are continuously seeking moreways to be an environmental steward and responsibly sail the world's oceans. Weare honored to earn these accolades in our hometown."

HollandAmerica Line also received the Technology Innovator award for investing in itsSeattle-based fleet that has resulted in year-over-year reductions in fuel useand resultant greenhouse gases. Port of Seattle also cited the cruise line'sinstallation of IPCO Power Fuel Treatment systems that are designed to enhancecombustion, lower emissions, improve fuel economy, extend engine overhaulintervals and lower overall operating costs.

Inprevious years Holland America Line received the Green Gateway Award for its use of shorepower, comprehensive practices to reduce emissions and its commitment to protecting theenvironment.

HollandAmerica Line also was named the 2014 Marine Environmental Business of the Yearby the Port of Seattle and the Seattle PropellerClub. The company was honored for its efforts to shrink its globalenvironmental footprint through a series of objectives that reduce consumptionof fuel and water, engine emissions and generation of solid waste.

A Long Partnership
HollandAmerica Line ships have been sailing from the Port of Seattle since the 1970s.In May 2002, Holland America Line began using Seattle as a home port for Alaskacruises. This year the company has three ships based in Seattle sailing 50Alaska cruises from May through September.

Seattle,the Green Gateway
Seattle offers the lowest carbon footprint for cargo shipped by sea from Asiato major markets in the Midwest and East Coast, making it the "Green Gateway"for trade. That designation was determined by the "Carbon Footprint Studyof the Asia to North America Intermodal Trade" conducted by Herbert EngineeringCorp., which looked at CO₂ emissions of intermodal shipments fromAsia to North American markets.

Holland America Line's EnvironmentalAchievements and Accolades
Holland America Line's ships meet or exceed all provisions of the internationalregulations governing the environmental management of marine operations. Butthe company aims for superior environmental performance while operatingresponsibly via a practices to reduce pollution through strong policies,effective procedures, innovative technology, best practices and consistenttraining of employees.

Holland America Line isamong the pioneers in the maritime industry in investing in technology toreduce engine emissions while a ship is at berth. Six of the 15 Holland AmericaLine ships — ms Amsterdam, ms Veendam, ms Noordam, msZuiderdam, ms Oosterdam and ms Westerdam — use shore power at theports of Seattle, San Diego, Halifax and Vancouver.

Inaddition to the Green Gateway Award, the company also received the 2014 BlueCircle Award from Port Metro Vancouver for the fifth consecutive year and the2012 Rear Admiral William M. Benkert Environmental Protection Award from theU.S. Coast Guard for its commitment to the environment. Holland America Linewas named among the 2016 World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institutefor the fifth consecutive year for its commitment to high ethical standards.

For more information about HollandAmerica Line, consult a travel professional, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425)or visit hollandamerica.com.

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About Holland America Line [a division ofCarnival Corporation and plc (NYSE: CCLand CUK)]
Holland America Line's fleetof 14 ships offers more than 500 cruises to more than 400 ports in 98countries, territories or dependencies around the world. From shorter getawaysto 115-day itineraries, the company's cruises visit all seven continents withhighlights including Antarctica explorations, South America circumnavigationsand exotic Australia/New Zealand and Asia voyages; four annual Grand Voyages;and popular sailings to the Caribbean, Alaska, Mexico, Canada/New England,Bermuda, Europe and the Panama Canal. The line currently has a new 2,650-guestship, ms Koningsdam, delivered in April 2016, as well as a secondPinnacle Class ship due for delivery in November 2018.

The company recently announced$300 million in brand enhancements to secure its position as the leader inpremium cruising. Fleetwide, the ships feature innovative initiatives and adiverse range of enriching experiences focused on destination immersion andpersonalized travel. Guests can expand their knowledge on board at the CulinaryArts Center, presented by Food & Wine magazine; Explorations Café,powered by The New York Times; and Digital Workshop powered by Windows.Outstanding entertainment fills each evening at venues including Lincoln CenterStage, Billboard Onboard and B.B. King's Blues Club. The dining experience canbe savored at a variety of restaurants with menus that feature selections fromHolland America Line's esteemed Culinary Council that comprises world-famouschefs who design dishes exclusively for our guests.

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