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CARNIVAL CORP 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Jul 12, 2007)

Filed July 12, 2007For Securities:CCL

Summary

Carnival Corporation (CCL) announced significant leadership changes via an 8-K filing on July 12, 2007. Robert H. Dickinson, President and CEO of Carnival Cruise Lines, will retire from his executive role effective November 30, 2007, though he will remain on the company's boards. This transition triggers a series of appointments to ensure continuity in key financial and operational roles. Gerald R. Cahill, currently Executive Vice President, CFO, and Chief Accounting Officer, will immediately assume Mr. Dickinson's duties as President and CEO of Carnival Cruise Lines. David Bernstein, previously Vice President and Treasurer, is promoted to Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately. Larry Freedman will take on the role of Chief Accounting Officer. These changes aim to facilitate a smooth handover and maintain stability within the company's executive team.

Key Highlights

  • 1Robert H. Dickinson, President and CEO of Carnival Cruise Lines, announced his retirement effective November 30, 2007.
  • 2Mr. Dickinson will continue to serve on the Boards of Directors of Carnival Corporation and Carnival plc.
  • 3Gerald R. Cahill, EVP and CFO, will immediately assume the role of President and CEO of Carnival Cruise Lines.
  • 4David Bernstein is promoted from VP and Treasurer to Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately.
  • 5Larry Freedman will step into the role of Chief Accounting Officer.
  • 6The appointments are designed to ensure an ample transition period and continuity in leadership.

Frequently Asked Questions

Gerald R. Cahill, who was previously the Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, and Chief Accounting Officer of Carnival Corporation & plc, will assume Mr. Dickinson's responsibilities as President and CEO of Carnival Cruise Lines, effective immediately.

Mr. Dickinson will retire from his executive position effective November 30, 2007.

Yes, Mr. Dickinson will remain on the Boards of Directors of Carnival Corporation and Carnival plc.

David Bernstein, formerly Vice President and Treasurer, has been appointed as the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately.