9 March 2022 [Southampton, UK]

‘I am very proud to be Cunard’s first female captain, but to be named as the first captain of Queen Anne is the greatest honour. It means the absolute world to me to be a part of the next chapter of Cunard,’ Thorhauge comments. ‘I can’t wait to see the reaction Queen Anne will receive from our guests when they first step on board, then to set sail and showcase our beautiful new ship to the world, visiting wonderful, and exciting ports! I can only begin to imagine the reception she will receive. When I discuss Queen Anne with Cunard crew it is so clear how excited and proud they are too, to welcome a new ship to the fleet. The crew are fundamental in delivering that quintessential Cunard experience, and I know they will continue to deliver the exceptionally high standards of our White Star Service on Queen Anne that our guests expect from us.’

 

Sharing captain duties will be David Hudson who started his career with Cunard in 2006.

 

Itineraries for Queen Anne will be revealed in May 2022. Further news about Queen Anne’s senior leadership team will be revealed over the coming months.