Knut Kloster
Norwegian businessman
About Knut Kloster
Lived 1929 – 2020 (aged 91). Knut Kloster was a Norwegian ship-owner, known for Norwegian Cruise Line.
Knut Utstein Kloster (2 April 1929 – 20 September 2020) was a Norwegian shipping magnate. His grandfather, Lauritz Kloster, founded Kloster Rederi in 1924. In 1959, Kloster joined the family business and transformed it into a leading cruise line. Together with Ted Arison, he founded Norwegian Caribbean Line in 1966. The idea for MS The World originated with him.
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Who was Knut Kloster?
Norwegian businessman (1929-2020)
When was Knut Kloster born?
Knut Kloster was born on 2 April 1929 in Oslo, Oslo Municipality.
When did Knut Kloster die?
Knut Kloster died on 18 September 2020.
What was Knut Kloster's occupation?
Knut Kloster was a ship-owner.
What was Knut Kloster known for?
Knut Kloster was known for Norwegian Cruise Line.
What nationality was Knut Kloster?
Knut Kloster was Norwegian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Knut Kloster. https://biography.guide/knut-kloster/
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