Shipbuilding News
Viking and Fincantieri: The First Hydrogen-Powered Ship
Viking and Fincantieri have officially revealed details of a groundbreaking milestone for the cruise industry: the Viking Libra, set to become the world’s first hydrogen-powered cruise ship, is currently under construction at Fincantieri’s shipyard in Ancona, Italy. Delivery is scheduled for the end of 2026 and will be followed in 2027 by a second vessel, the […] Read more
Fincantieri: Green Ships for Marella Cruises
Fincantieri has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with TUI AG for the design and construction of two new cruise ships for the Marella Cruises brand. The agreement represents a significant milestone for the cruise company, as it commissions newly built units for the first time, marking the beginning of a new […] Read more
Neptune Werft: 8 New River Cruise Ships for Viking
Neptune Werft, the renowned shipyard in Warnemünde, has secured another prestigious contract from Viking River Cruises. This long-standing collaboration between the two companies enters a new chapter with the construction of eight river cruise ships, further expanding Viking’s already extensive fleet. The ships, part of the popular Longship series, are set to enhance the company’s […] Read more
Four Seasons I: Successful Float Out Completed
On January 23, 2025, Fincantieri and Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings LTD, as Joint Owner/Operator of Four Seasons Yachts, celebrated the float out of Four Seasons I, the first ultra-luxury ship under construction for the company. The ceremony took place in Ancona at the Fincantieri shipyard, attended by prominent figures from the maritime and luxury industries. Among […] Read more
Emerald Celebrates the Keel Laying of Emerald Kaia
Emerald Cruises has recently marked a significant milestone in the construction of its latest superyacht, Emerald Kaia, with the keel-laying ceremony—an essential step in the shipbuilding process for what is set to be one of the most innovative vessels in the luxury cruise industry. The ceremony took place during the week of December 27, 2024, […] Read more
Cunard: the Refurbishment of Queen Elizabeth
Cunard is excited to announce the refurbishment of Queen Elizabeth, a flagship vessel of its fleet, in preparation for her highly anticipated inaugural seasons in the Caribbean and Alaska, departing from Miami and Seattle, respectively, in 2025. The luxurious 2,000-passenger cruise ship will undergo a significant refit from February 25 to March 13, 2025, at […] Read more
Fincantieri to Build the Third Ship in the Crystal Fleet
Fincantieri, a leader in the construction of cruise and military vessels, and Crystal, a renowned cruise line known for creating exclusive and luxurious experiences, have announced the finalization of a new order for the construction of a third high-end cruise ship. This agreement was made possible through the option exercised within the contracts signed on […] Read more
Shipyards: The Future of Meyer Werft
The Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg sees the path to its economic future secured thanks to the extensive support it is receiving from the federal government and the state of Lower Saxony, which are jointly acquiring around 80% of the shares and investing 400 million euros. In addition to the share acquisition, the federal and […] Read more
Transcend Cruises: the First Ship for the MICE Market
In the river cruise sector, a new collaboration is laying the groundwork for a major change. Transcend Cruises Inc., a river cruise company dedicated exclusively to B2B charter rentals, has signed a contract with the Den Breejen shipyard for the construction of its first river cruise ship specifically designed for the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, […] Read more
Disney Cruise Line and Meyer Werft: the new ships
MEYER WERFT, the prestigious shipyard in Papenburg, has signed a historic agreement with Disney Cruise Line, marking the largest contract in the company’s history. Bernard Meyer has officially signed the contract for the construction of four new cruise ships, which will be delivered between 2027 and 2031. This order represents the highest contract value ever […] Read more