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1.6.3 Star CruisesStar Cruises was incorporated in September 1993,representing a bold initiative to tap Asia-Pacifics potential asan international cruise destination. Today, Star Cruises has

fulfilled regional aspirations to establish the cruise industryin the Asia-Pacific region, bringing increased tourism trafficinto the countries around Asia-Pacific. Asian holidaymakersnow see cruising as an exciting and value-for moneyvacation. Simultaneously, it also started the influx oftravelers from North America, Europe and Australia, who

joined Star Cruises holidays for a glimpse of the varioussights and sounds of Asia-Pacific. Within 10 years since itsinception, Star Cruises has become the worlds third largestcruise company.

HistoryStar Cruises was incorporated in September 1993,representing a bold initiative to tap Asia-Pacifics potential asan intern offering three classes of ship to suit all tastes, fromthe smaller intimate super yachts of Vision Class andRadiance Class to Voyager Class which has some of the bestequippedCruise ships in the world.Today, Star Cruises epitomizes the fulfillment of regional aspirations to

establish the cruise industry in the Asia-Pacific region, bringing increasedtourism traffic into the countries around Asia-Pacific.

Asian holiday-makers now see cruising as an exciting and value-for-money

vacation. Simultaneously, it also started the influx of travelers from North

America, Europe and Australia, who joined Star Cruises holidays for a

glimpse of the various sights and sounds of Asia-Pacific. Within 10 years

since its inception, Star Cruises has become the worlds third largest cruise

company.

The Fleet

Star Cruises is a global cruise brand with a combined fleet of 20 ships in

service and under construction, with approximately 29,000 lower berths,

cruising to destinations and islands in Asia- Pacific, North and South

America, Hawaii, Caribbean, Alaska, Europe, Mediterranean, Bermuda and

the Antarctica under the Star Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, NCL

America, Orient Lines and Cruise Ferries brands.

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Vessels operated under the Star Cruises' brand in Asia-Pacific are Super Star

Virgo, Super Star Gemini, Star Pisces, Mega Star Aries and Mega Star

Taurus.

The NCL group has a fleet of sixteen ships in service and under construction

under three brands:

Norwegian Cruise Line, Orient Lines and NCL America. The NCL fleet

includes the Norwegian Dream, Norwegian Majesty, Norwegian Sea,

Norwegian Wind, Norwegian Sun, Norwegian Dawn, Norwegian Star,

Norwegian Crown and Norwegian Spirit. NCL America currently operates

the Pride of Aloha, which was subsequently joined by the Pride of America

in June 2005. The Norwegian Jewel and the Pride of Hawaii are scheduled

to be delivered in August 2005 and April 2006 respectively with two more

new builds presently under construction. Orient Lines is an award-winning

single ship line with the Marco Polo offering niche destination-focused

cruises.Both NCL and Orient Lines market primarily in North America but also

extensively in the UK, Europe, South America and Asia whilst NCL

America inter island cruises in Hawaii.

The Cruise Ferries brand, which was launched in 2001 presently, comprises

the M.V. was a Queen. A World-Class BrandStar Cruises has played the leading role in shaping the cruiseindustry in Asia-Pacific by offering new and luxuriousmegaships and exciting itineraries. The company also made

important investments in marketing, operations, informationtechnology, reservations systems, safety and infrastructure.Star Cruises made it to the Top 50 Asian Brands in 1999 andis the second leading brand that has the Greatest UpwardMovement Potential. It achieved the top brand name in theleisure category for Top 50 Asian Brands League. (Source:

Top Asian Brands, Asian Brand News, March 1999)New and enhanced products and services provided by StarCruises have set new standards of cruising in Asia-Pacific.Ships like Super Star Virgo now represent the best and most

exciting vacation experience option to both the Asian holidaymaker and experienced cruiser from America, Europe andAustralia. Star Cruises is also committed to developing thegrowing meetings and incentive segment of the cruise MICEmarket in Asia-Pacific. Super Star Virgo is able to cater tomeeting and incentive groups

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of various sizes with their world-class food and beverage,entertainment and recreation facilities. Fly cruiseprogrammes will be intensified to capture the medium tolong haul markets, and provide wider marketing

opportunities. Currently, Star Cruises is developing its flycruise hubs located in Singapore, Port Klang (Malaysia),Hong Kong and Bangkok (Thailand).Star Cruises' award-winning product is noted for its excellentservice standards and the highest crew to- passenger ratio(1:2) of any major cruise line, reflecting the high standardsof the hospitality industry in Asia-Pacific.Star Cruises is represented in more than 20 locationsworldwide with offices in Australia, China, Germany, HongKong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand,

Norway, Philippines, Singapore, Sweden, Switzerland,Taiwan, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom andthe United States of America.In addition the Star Cruises Terminal in Port Kelang and the

Jetty Terminal on Langkawi Island, Malaysia has beenawarded Statements of Compliance under the ISPS Code.

The code, which came into mandatory effect in July 2004,sets out a framework involving cooperation betweencontracting

Governments, government agencies, local authorities as wellas members of the shipping and port fraternity to detect andassess security threats and to take preventive measures.Star Cruises Limited, a member of Genting Group, is listedon the Hong Kong Stock Exchange with a marketcapitalization of over US$1 billion as at 31 January 2005.One of the top cruise ship operators in the world, thecompany offers cruises to more than 200 destinationsworldwide on its fleet of 20 ships (which operate under theStar Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, and Orient Linesnames). Ships range from the "Super Star Virgo" (2,000-passengerCapacity) to the "Mega Star Taurus," designed for privatecharters.

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The family of Lim Goh Tong, head of Malaysian conglomerateGenting, controls nearly 55% of the company, which wasfounded in 1993.

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Destinations - Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur (Port Klang), Malaysia

From the Star Cruises terminal in Port Klang, head out to KualaLumpur, the capital of Malaysia. You will discover a bustling

metropolis that uniquely blends the traditional and modern. KualaLumpur is also home to the tallest twin towers in the world - thePetronas Twin Towers. You will find that Kuala Lumpur offers

exceptional shopping and dining opportunities.

Langkawi Island, Malaysia

This island of myths and legends has come into its own as a

holiday destination. Discover Langkawi's pristine beaches,

magical islands and mysterious mangroves. Delve into the locallegends about the virtuous Mahsuri, the Seven Wells Waterfalls

where fairies bathe and the Lake of the Pregnant Maiden. Finally,

visit Awana Porto Malai, the Mediterraneanesque waterfront

boardwalk where you can shop, dine and enjoy a cultural show or

two.

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Penang, Malaysia

Dubbed the Pearl of the Orient, Penang has so much to offer its

visitors: charming colonial architecture, ancient places ofworship, tropical fauna and flora, hillside retreats and fantastic

beaches. Of course, Penangs mouth-watering delights, in

particular, the hawker fare, is a culinary experience not to be

missed.

Malacca, MalaysiaAn ancient Dutch trading port, the communities and culturalheritage of Malacca have been shaped by centuries of foreign

influence. Visit traditional Chinese temples and the bustling old

city, where craftsmen and antique traders still ply thier trade in

turn-of-the-century shophouses.

Redang Island, Malaysia

Redang Island or 'Pulau Redang' is one of the most captivatingislands in Malaysia. Visitors to this island will be greeted by

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crystal clear blue waters, pure white sands and swaying coconut

trees. Discover some of the most beautiful corals and witness a

world of spectacular seascapes of colourful fishes as you godiving and snorkelling. Declared as a Marine Park to preserve its

natural beauty, Redang Island is one of the best places to just

relax and soak in the sun.

Year Award Organization

2010 The Most Exclusive

Leisure product

Award

Travel and Tourism Fair(TTF) INDIA

2009 Winner in the

Cruise Line

category

Expat Living ReaderAwards 2009

"Travel Hall of

Fame"TTG Travel Awards

"First in the

training category

for the latestincarnation of its

bridge management

system"

Safety at SeaInternational Award

2009

"Best Cruise

Operator"TTG China TravelAwards

"Best Brands in

Cruise Lines"

Brand Laureate Awards

2008 "Travel Hall of TTG Travel Awards

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Fame"

"International

Tourism Product of

the year"

India International Travel

Mart

"Best Cruise

Tourism Product"

"Best Overall

PerformancePresentation

Hospitality"

"Best Cruise

Operator"Travel Weekly (Asia)Industry Awards

"Best Brands in

Leisure and

Hospitality"

Brand Laureate Awards

"Best Cruise

Operator"

TTG China Travel

Awards2007 "Best Brands in

Leisure andHospitality"

Brand Laureate Awards

"PRC Consumers

Most FavourableHong Kong Brands

2007" - Integrated

EntertainmentsAward, 2007

China Enterprise

Reputation And

CredibilityAssociation(Overseas)

Ltd.

"The Most Modern

Travel Destination

of the Year 2006"

Guangzhou Daily

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"Best CruiseOperator"

TravelWeekly Asia

"Best Product

PromotionInternational"

India International Travel

Mart

"Best CruiseOperator in Asia-

Pacific"

TTG Travel Awards

"Best International

Cruise Operator"

Travel Weekly China

2006 "Best Far East

Cruise Line""Selling CruisePublication", United

Kingdom

"Best Cruise

Operator in Asia-

Pacific"

TTG Travel Awards

"Best Product

Promotion

International"

India International Travel

Mart

"Best Domestic

Promotion

Product"

"Best Unique

ProductInternational"

"Unique Product""Top 10 Family

Travel

Destinations"

China Outbound TravelAwards 2006

"Top 10 Incentive

Travel

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destinations""Top 10

Honeymoon

Destinations"

"Best CruiseOperator"

Travel Weekly China

Awards 2006

2005 "Best Far East

Cruise Line"

"Selling Cruise

Publication", United

Kingdom

"Best Cruise

Operator in Asia-

Pacific"

TTG Travel Awards

"Best Product

Promotion(International)"

India International Travel

Mart

"Unique Product

(International)" "ISO 9001: 2000

for Star Cruises

Ship Simulator"

Lloyds Register Quality

Assurance Ltd.

2004 "Best Cruise

Operator in Asia-

Pacific"

TTG Travel Awards

"Most Unique

Product Award"

India International Travel

Mart2002 "Best Innovative

Product"

Outbound Travel Mart,

India, 2002"Best Website,

Travel Product"Travel Weekly East

Golden Web Awards,2002

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"Best CruiseOperator in Asia-

Pacific"

TTG Travel Awards

"Innovation in

Marine Technologyand Machinery,

Safety and

Environment"

Lloyd's List SMM

Awards

2001 "Best Cruise

Operator in Asia-

Pacific"

TTG Travel Awards

"Innovator:

Product"

Journey Maker category -

Travel Weekly East 2001

"Best Website,

Travel Product"Travel Weekly EastGolden Web Awards,

2001"Number One

Quality

Cruise Line"

e-Cruise World &Maritime World,

Nautilus Media "Best Cruise Line

in Asia-Pacific"2000 "Third Annual

Salute to Youthand Training

Award"

Lloyd's List and

International Maritime

Industry Third Annual

"Best Cruise

Operator in Asia-

Pacific"

TTG Travel Awards

First shippingcompany ever to be

accredited to

conduct STCW-95without involvement

Panama Maritime

Authority

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by external traininginstitute

"Cruise Line of the

Year"Travel AsiaBreakthrough Awards

"International Tour

Operator,Friends of

Thailand"

Thailand Tourism

Awards

"Outstanding

Contribution toTourism"

Singapore Tourism

Board

"InternationalCarrier"

"Travel ManagementGrand Prix award"-

Japan"Number One

Quality

Cruise Line"

e-Cruise World &Maritime World,

Nautilus Media

1999 "Best Cruise

Operator"- Awardfor Excellence

AFTA Western Australia

Chapter

"New Player of theYear, SuperStar

Leo (now knownas NorwegianSpirit)"

Travel Asia's

Breakthrough Awards

"Best Cruise

Operator in Asia-

Pacific"

TTG Travel Awards

"Outstanding

Cruise Saloons -

SuperStar Leo(now known as

Norwegian Spirit)"

ShipPax Award

Publisher of "Cruise &

Ferry Information"

"Outstanding

Cruise Cabins -

SuperStar Leo(now known as

Norwegian Spirit)"

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"OutstandingCruise Sundeck-

SuperStar Leo

(now known as

Norwegian Spirit)"

"Best CruiseProduct

Overall"

Tabs on Travel Industry ,New Zealand

"Best Cruise

Award"- Meetings

& Conventions

Asia/Pacific Gold

Awards

Venture Asia Publishing,Publisher of Travel Asia

"High ratings for

StarCruises vessels"

Berlitz Complete Guide

to Cruising and Cruise

Ships Fielding's Guide to

Worldwide Cruises1998 "Best CruiseOperator in Asia-

Pacific"

TTG Travel Awards

"Best CruiseOperator"- Award

for Excellence

AFTA Western Australia

Chapter

"Most Improved

Port Facilities: Star

Cruises Terminal,

Port Klang 1998"

Dream World Cruise

Destinations 1998

"International

Safety Management

(ISM)

Certification"

International MaritimeOrganisation

"Best Cruise

Company"-

Meetings &Conventions Gold

Services Awards

Venture Asia Publishing,

Publisher of Travel Asia

1997 "Best Cruise

Operator"- World

Travel Awards

World Travel Market

"Best Cruise

Operator"- Award

Australian Federation of

Travel Agents (AFTA)

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for Excellence Western Australia

Chapter"Best Cruise

Operator in Asia-

Pacific"

TTG Travel Awards

1996 "Best CruiseOperator" - World

Travel Awards

World Travel Market

Genting Hong Kong Limited

Genting Hong Kong, formerly known as Star Cruises Limited, isthe leading global leisure, entertainment and hospitality

corporation. A primary business activity of the company is cruise

and cruise related operations under the brand of Star Cruises and

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL). Star Cruises, together with NCL,is the third largest cruise operator in the world that owns a

combined fleet of 18 ships cruising to over 200 destinations,offering approximately 35,000 lower berths.

Genting Hong Kongs first foray in a land-based attraction,

Resorts World Manila opened its doors to the public in August2009. Resorts World Manila is one of the premier leisure brands

under the Genting Group, a flagship integrated leisure and

entertainment complex featuring 3 hotels including a six star all-suite Maxims Hotel, an iconic shopping mall, 4 high-end cinemas

and a multi-purpose performing arts theatre