CCL-Carnival Cruise Line has adjusted its maintenance schedule yet again, resulting in further cruise cancellations for one of its vessels. Carnival Conquest—typically engaged in short 3- and 4-night Bahamas sailings from Miami—is now scheduled to enter drydock in February 2026, a month later than previously planned. The delay has forced the cancellation of the vessel’s sailings scheduled for 6, 9, 13, and 16 February 2026.
This follows an earlier disruption in January 2026 when Carnival Conquest’s drydocking (at Grand Bahama Shipyard in Freeport) had been rescheduled and associated voyages canceled during the 5 to 26 January timeframe.
CCL has issued notices to affected passengers, summarizing available remedies and compensation. Options include rebooking at the original rate aboard comparable sailings—receiving up to US$100 in onboard credit per stateroom—or choosing a full refund accompanied by reimbursement of up to US$200 per guest for non-refundable air travel expenses or change fees.
Such changes are not unique to CCL and reflect broader operational challenges in shipyard scheduling. Similar disruptions have impacted other vessels, including Carnival Liberty, whose voyages were canceled due to a strike at a Spanish shipyard. Other cruise lines have also altered their deployment plans in recent months.
This latest series of postponements underscores the complexity and interdependence of cruise vessel maintenance plans. Even routine dockings—required for essential inspections, upkeep, and upgrades—can significantly impact fleet operations when schedule adjustments are necessary at shipyards.