The drydock of Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Borealis is progressing at the Damen Shiprepair yard in Rotterdam.

After arriving at the shipyard in late October, the 1997-built ship is undergoing technical maintenance, in addition to enhancements to its public areas.

“Our teams have been hard at work carrying out a wide range of upgrades and maintenance projects,” Fred. Olsen said in a social media update.

According to the company, the vessel recently got new lifeboat winches as part of ongoing improvements to its safety systems.

Borealis’ Owner Suites also underwent upkeep and maintenance, while the Fitness Center got new window frames.

The Atlantis Spa is getting new, refreshed tiling for its changing rooms, as well as a new jacuzzi for its Thermal Suite.

Other changes include updates to the vessel’s Colours & Tastes specialty restaurant, which is introducing a fresh new look, with updated lighting and new wallpaper.

Fred. Olsen continues to work on the addition of Fresco, a new open-air dining venue, along with the pediluvio on the ship’s aft pool deck.

The company also stated that there’s more work taking place behind the scenes, which will be shared at a later date.

Following the drydock, the Borealis is scheduled to resume service on Nov. 7, 2025, at the British port of Portsmouth as the 1,320-guest ship kicks off a five-night “Mystery Cruise,” which will have its itinerary revealed once guests are onboard.

Continuing its winter season, the Borealis is set to offer cruises departing from Portsmouth through the end of the year.

The itineraries sail to destinations in Northern Europe, the Mediterranean, Morocco, the Canary Islands and the Iberian Peninsula.

Built at the Fincantieri shipyard in Italy, the Borealis originally entered service for Holland America before being acquired by Fred. Olsen in 2021.