Shipbuilding News
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
Fincantieri: keel laying of Four Seasons I
Keel Laying Ceremony of Four Seasons I Held at Fincantieri Shipyard in Ancona Fincantieri, one of the world’s largest shipbuilding complexes and the leader in diversification and innovation, celebrated together with Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings LTD, joint owner/operator of Four Seasons Yachts, the keel laying of “Four Seasons I”, the first ultra-luxury vessel under construction for […] Read more
The Famous Ocean Liners of Monfalcone
The Monfalcone shipyard is known today primarily for its large series of cruise ships delivered since 1990; however, in its past, it also built famous ocean liners that made history. Today we remember the seven most important ones. The steamship Kaiser Franz Joseph I was the largest ocean liner in the Austrian merchant fleet. It […] Read more
Cruise Industry: The Hybrid Shaft Generator
The Hybrid Shaft Generator (HSG) is a marine propulsion system available for many years, designed to offer significant advantages to the ships on which it is installed. This system generates electrical power from the propulsion engines instead of traditional electrical generators. The features of the HSG offer multiple advantages over a conventional diesel-electric system: it […] Read more
Oceania Cruises: Float Out for Allura
Allura, the new ship from Oceania Cruises, has been floated out and moved from the dry dock to the mooring where the fitting of its luxurious interiors will begin. At the Fincantieri shipyard in Sestri Ponente, on the border of the famous port of Genoa, the ship was blessed by the shipyard’s chaplain, Father Stefano, […] Read more
Crystal: Order for Two New Ships from Fincantieri
The Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between Crystal Cruises and Fincantieri for the construction of two new revolutionary Ocean ships has been signed. The fundamental footprint of the project will feature interior design with fine marbles, natural materials, and exquisite fabrics, reaching a level of sophistication comparable to luxurious residential properties. This project of comfort and […] Read more
Phoenix Reisen: Renovation for two fleet ships
Recently, the ships MS Amadea and MS Deutschland of the Bonn-based tour operator Phoenix Reisen returned to service after undergoing scheduled refurbishments in April at Bremerhaven. The work, with a total investment of over 20 million euros, aimed to update and improve both vessels. The MS Amadea underwent significant modernization and refurbishment at Lloyd Werft […] Read more
