The billionaire businessman behind the new all-inclusive cruise line tells PEOPLE he’s getting onboard soon! Virgin Voyages’ first ship, Scarlet Lady, is finally setting sail stateside — and
the brand’s founder, Sir Richard Branson, is getting ready to hop on board!
Who is the CEO of Virgin Voyages?
Tom McAlpin
– President & CEO – Virgin Voyages | LinkedIn.
Does Richard Branson own cruise ships?
Virgin Voyages
is finally setting sail on its MerMaiden Voyage next month, and we got to take a look inside the cruise line’s first ship, Scarlet Lady, and speak to Richard Branson and Tom McAlpin, president and CEO, about what sets this company apart.
What Richard Branson owns?
Branson founded his first magazine at 16 and owns or has owned
airlines, record labels, radio stations, hotels, and many other companies
. Highlights include airline Virgin Atlantic, and Virgin Records, the label that was home to the Rolling Stones, the Sex Pistols, and others.
What is Branson’s net worth?
5 billion USD (2022)
Where is Scarlet Lady now?
The current position of SCARLET LADY is at
North West Atlantic Ocean
(coordinates 26.02192 N / 78.32368 W) reported 3 hours ago by AIS.
Who is captain of Scarlet Lady?
Virgin Group Founder Sir Richard Branson and Virgin Voyages President and CEO Tom McAlpin have appointed Captain
Wendy Williams
as Master of Scarlet Lady. The company says Captain Williams will become the first Canadian woman to be captain of a ship for a major cruise brand.
Where is Valiant Lady now?
Valiant Lady current position
Valiant Lady current location is at
North Sea (coordinates 52.32857 N / 3.46366 E)
cruising at speed of 11.9 kn (22 kph/ 14 mph) en route to IJMUIDEN.
What is the stock symbol for Virgin Voyages?
Virgin Galactic Holdings Inc
SPCE
:NYSE.
Is Virgin Group Profitable?
Virgin StartUp is the Virgin Group’s
non-profit
company, helping entrepreneurs across the UK to start, fund and scale their business.
How many ships does Virgin Voyages have?
Virgin Voyages currently has
four ships
on order, due for delivery in 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. Virgin Voyages’ first ship, Scarlet Lady, was delivered on Feb. 14, 2020. 86 percent of Virgin Voyages cabins will feature a balcony and 93 percent will feature an ocean view.
How long has Virgin Voyages been in business?
Virgin Voyages, the
first cruise line to launch since Azamara in 2009
, began service this past summer in the U.K. It had been due to launch last year in the United States until the pandemic hit. Virgin Voyages’ first U.S. sailing, from Miami, is set for Oct. 6.
Where did Richard Branson get his money?
Richard Branson Net Worth: $4.6 Billion
Richard Branson has a net worth of $4.6 billion, according to Forbes.
The majority of his wealth likely comes from the capital produced by Virgin’s dozens of brands, such as Virgin Galactic
. His company’s venture capital portfolio includes Twitter, Slack, Pinterest and Square.
Did Branson inherit money?
To date, his net worth hovers around $6 billion, according to Forbes estimates. However, the British entrepreneur admits that
his fortune never would have existed without the help of his late mother Eve Branson
.
How old is Richard Branson’s wife?
Wife
Is Bill Gates a billionaire?
How much is Bill Gates’ net worth? As of March 2022, Gates’ net worth is estimated to be
$133.8 billion
, making him the fourth richest person in the world.
How much has Richard Branson donated to charity?
Branson has pledged to commit
$3 billion
, all profits from his travel firms over the next ten years, to the reduction of global warming. He has previously donated to educational charities in Africa. Branson started his first charity, “Student Valley Centre”, when he was only 17.
What is Necker Island worth?
The resort, part of Branson’s Virgin Limited Edition group, is said to be worth
£90million
.
How many passengers does the Scarlet Lady hold?
The ship has over 1,400 cabins that can accommodate
more than 2,770
passengers on board, assisted by a crew of 1,160 people to ensure Virgin’s distinctive style.
Has Scarlet Lady left Portsmouth?
Scarlet Lady will depart Portsmouth on September 3
and it will be the final time she leaves the city. She is sailing across the Atlantic to New York City.
Is the Scarlet Lady sailing?
And with that, we’re thrilled to be making plans for Scarlet Lady to set sail on
May 9th, 2021
, and Valiant Lady on November 14th, 2021. You, our Sailors, inspire us to see beyond the expected and explore what hasn’t been seen — so we remain dedicated to crafting an experience at sea unlike anything ever imagined.
