P&O Cruises has announced Pacific Encounter is set to join the fleet in 2021. The 3000-passenger ship will be based in Brisbane, Australia. Currently, the ship is sailing as Star Princess under the Princess brand.

While details have not been released, the ship is expected to be similar in design to the upcoming Pacific Adventure and the existing Pacific Explorer, with a wide range of indoor and outdoor bars, dining and entertainment venues, pools and waterslides.