Waterways Leisure Tourism Shares in Focus as Cruise Operator Unveils 'Cordelia Sky' and Expands Fleet Capacity Ahead of October Maiden Voyage
Shares of recently listed cruise operator Waterways Leisure Tourism Ltd are expected to remain a focal point for market participants following the official announcement of its newest fleet addition, Cordelia Sky. Signaling a major expansion in India's leisure and maritime tourism sector, the company confirmed that the newly unveiled cruise ship will set sail on its maiden voyage from Mumbai on October 23, 2026. Regulatory filings submitted to stock exchanges indicate that the massive fleet expansion will add 1,002 staterooms with double occupancy, significantly scaling up the company's operational capacity and reinforcing its leadership in domestic cruise liners.
Stock Market Performance, Technicals, and Recent 1:10 Stock Split Details
On the trading front, Waterways Leisure shares experienced moderate volatility during Wednesday's session. The stock opened flat at Rs 106.75 on the BSE, touching an intraday high of Rs 108.90 and a low of Rs 104.10 before closing at Rs 104.60—marking a 2.01 percent dip from its previous close and bringing the company's total market capitalization to Rs 7,572.47 crore. Despite a two-day downward correction, the counter continues to trade comfortably above key short-term and long-term moving averages, including its 5-day, 50-day, and 200-day EMAs, with stellar one-month returns of nearly 25 percent outperforming the broader benchmark indices. This market activity follows the company's recent corporate action execution of a 1:10 stock split, which subdivided equity shares from a face value of Rs 10 down to Re 1 per share, with August 26, 2026, serving as the official record date.
Luxury Amenities and Specifications of the Newly Unveiled Cordelia Sky
Designed to capture the growing domestic and international cruise tourism demand, Cordelia Sky is a sprawling 258-metre-long luxury vessel boasting a gross tonnage of 77,104 tonnes. Capable of accommodating 2,004 guests across its 1,002 double-occupancy staterooms, the ship offers world-class onboard entertainment and hospitality facilities. Passengers can experience 10 distinct dining venues, a massive 930-seat Marquee Theatre, two swimming pools, over 30,000 square feet of open deck space, 11 bars and lounges, state-of-the-art fitness centers, luxury spas, and dedicated recreational zones tailored for children and teenagers.
