Luxury cruise line Oceania Cruises has appointed Sharon Wilson as a sales manager to support travel agents across northern England, Scotland and Ireland.

Most recently, Wilson was sales manager at A-Rosa River Cruises, and also has more than 20 years of experience at Royal Caribbean Cruises.

The Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings brand said her appointment means that the sales team will be fully operational.

Wilson joins a team that includes Alex Farquharson, senior manager key accounts; Lisa Clarkson, national accounts manager; and James Scott, sales manager for the south.

They report to UK and Ireland sales director Louise Craddock, who has been with the premium brand for more than 10 years.

Craddock said: “I am delighted to welcome Sharon to our UK and Ireland sales team at such an exciting time for Oceania Cruises.

“Sharon’s extensive experience and creativity will make her a fantastic addition to the team at such an important time for the global cruise industry.”

Oceania Cruises has seven ships which carry a maximum of 1,210 guests visit more than 450 ports around the world.