Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has agreed a partnership to use air purification systems across its 28 ship fleet for its three brands – Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises.

The agreement with AtmosAir Solutions will see a new air filtration system installed to add another layer of protection against Covid-19, according to a statement.

The system will feature continuous Covid-19 disinfection through a natural solution that “allows air purification to occur within the desired space, treating a larger volume of air, instead of relying on contaminants passing through the air handler unit to be cleaned”, the statement added.

According to testing the presence of the virus was reduced by 99.92 per cent within 30 minutes of exposure to the AtmosAir system.

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings executive vice-president of vessel operations Robin Lindsay said: “While it is impossible to completely eliminate the risks associated with Covid-19, the AtmosAir technology is one of the many investments the company is making to enhance its already rigorous health and safety standards.

“We are working diligently on our multi-layered strategy for health and safety and AtmosAir’s proven all-natural bi-polar ionisation technology will add yet another layer of protection on board our ships.”

AtmosAir Solutions president and CEO Steve Levine added: “We are proud to partner with Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings on making their fleet safer for their guests and crew members.

“In order to get everyone back to work and back to having fun, people need to know that the spaces they occupy are safe, and AtmosAir adds a significant layer of protection, giving people confidence in the air they breathe. We look forward to seeing their fleet back on the high seas.”

Norwegian Cruise Line recently unveiled a series of summer 2023 sailings, which are now available to book.

Itineraries will take in Alaska, Canada and New England, as well as the Caribbean, Mediterranean and Northern Europe.