Arne Wilhelmsen (born 15 June 1929) is a Norwegian billionaire businessman, the co-founder of Royal Caribbean Cruises.
Arne Wilhelmsen was born in June 1929, and has a bachelor’s degree from Harvard University.
Wilhelmsen is married, with three children and lives in Oslo, Norway.
Summary
| Arne Wilhelmsen | |
|---|---|
| Born | June 1929 (age 87) |
| Residence | Oslo, Norway |
| Nationality | Norwegian |
| Alma mater | Harvard University |
| Occupation | Businessman |
| Known for | co-founder of Royal Caribbean Cruises |
| Net worth | US$2.9 billion (March 2017) |
| Spouse(s) | married |
| Children | 3 |
| Relatives | Gjert Wilhelmsen (brother) |
- Arne Wilhelmsen launched Royal Caribbean Cruises in 1969.
- It’s now one of the largest cruise ship companies in the world with a fleet of 25.
- The Harvard grad retired more than a decade ago, with his son Alex taking his place on the Royal Caribbean board of directors in 2003.
- He has also shifted almost all ownership to his three sons.
- Wilhelmsen made at least $500 million in 2008 when China Oilfield Services acquired drilling rig owner Awilco Offshore, in which he had 40% stake.
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