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Harding to head up retail onboard Ambassador's Ambience

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Harding president Neil Harding described the partnership as ‘a significant step in Harding’s history…’
Ambassador Cruise Line has chosen Harding to be its retail partner for first vessel Ambience with an option to expand the agreement to second ship, Ambition.

Harding will source fine jewellery, as well as costume jewellery and watches, beauty products, toiletries, and fragrance. It will also select electricals, liquor, cigarettes, confectionery and gifts plus Ambassador Cruise Line merchandise, including clothing, bags, sunglasses, and accessories. 

‘We chose Harding as Ambassador’s cruise travel retail partner as they are one of the global leaders in onboard retailing and services,’ explained Bob McGowan, head of guest experience, Ambassador Cruise Line. ‘They deliver on commercial performance and help build partnerships that will offer us and our guests relevant brands, great service and innovative customer experiences on our ships.’   

Harding president Neil Harding described the partnership as ‘a significant step in Harding’s history…’ 

Ambience begins its inaugural cruise April 6; Ambition enters service in 2023.