Press release —
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ guests and team fund lifesaving defibrillator in Rosyth
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has unveiled a new 24/7 public access defibrillator in Rosyth as it’s cruise ship, Balmoral returns to Scotland for its summer programme.
The defibrillator was funded by Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines following fundraising efforts for Norfolk-based charity Heart 2 Heart by guests and team members across the fleet and in its UK office.
Installed outside Rosyth Fish Bar, the defibrillator is located near St John’s RC Primary School and Treetops Family Nurture Centre. Its installation was supported by Cruise Forth, the volunteer-led organisation that promotes cruise tourism in and around Rosyth.
The installation represents a practical and lasting investment in the health and wellbeing of the Rosyth community, ensuring that potentially lifesaving equipment is available 24 hours a day for residents and visitors alike.
Samantha Stimpson, CEO of Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, said:
“At Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines our relationship with the Port of Rosyth is longstanding, and our connection with the local community is deeply valued. Supporting the installation of this public access defibrillator is a simple but impactful way for us to give something back – helping ensure that vital, lifesaving equipment is available to residents and visitors when it’s needed most.
“As a key home port for Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, Rosyth remains central to our operations, and initiatives like this reflect our ongoing commitment to supporting the communities we touch.”
Peter Wilson, Project Lead at Cruise Forth, added:
“CruiseForth is delighted to see the new defibrillator installed at the Rosyth Fish Bar. It is a real asset for the local community, and residents have already received training. Many thanks to Fred Olsen Cruises, and their guests for the generous donation.”
The unveiling coincides with the return of Balmoral to Rosyth for the start of her summer programme, which features 11 sailings departing between 10thJune and 18th August.
Itineraries include sailings to Norway’s scenic fjords, smaller‑ship cruising to the heart of France with calls to Rouen and Bordeaux, as well as adventures to dramatic Iceland, offering guests the opportunity to witness the Solar Eclipse.
To find out more about cruises from Rosyth, visit Cruise from Rosyth (Edinburgh) 2026 & 2027. Book online, call Reservations on 0800 0355 242 (Monday to Friday 8.30am to 6pm; Saturday 9am to 5pm; Sunday 10am to 4pm), or contact your ABTA travel agent.
