Claire Riches and Nick Wilkinson

American cruise line NCL has appointed Claire Riches to the position of Head of Marketing and promoted Nick Wilkinson to Sales Director, based at the company’s London office.

Riches has 19 years marketing experience having previously worked for B&Q, Dixons and Littlewoods and, in her new role, will be responsible for maximising the company’s exposure in the group cruising market.

Wilkinson joined NCL in 2002 as Regional Sales Manager for the North of England and has 11 years experience, with past roles at Greek cruise operator, Royal Olympic, and Festival Cruises, which has since ceased trading. He will lead a 16-strong sales team and will be responsible for implementing group discounts on cruises.