Last January, the French hospitality group announced a new Orient Express ship would debut in spring 2026. It's now in talks with investment company Dubai Holding to fund the approximate $867 million (€800 million) development of that vessel and one other, the Financial Times reports. If the deal is successful, Dubai Holding would become the majority owner in the property company behind the yachts, allowing Accor to move the assets off its balance sheet, people familiar with the matter say.