Flotta Lauro Lines

Flotta Lauro Lines was an Italian shipping company founded by Achille Lauro in Naples in 1923. Initially freight, it expanded into passenger service on Mediterranean and transatlantic routes. In the mid-20th century, it was one of Italy's major shipping companies with a fleet of passenger and cruise ships. However, with the rise of air travel and financial difficulties, the company declined in the 1980s and eventually ceased operations. Its ships were sold or scrapped.

Formerly a major Italian shipping company that provided passenger ferry and cruise services.