Norwegian's last Breakaway Plus newbuild to sail seasonally from the PortMiami
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- Published: 31 January 2018 31 January 2018
Today Norwegian Cruise Line marked the start of construction for its newest ship. Named Norwegian Encore, Norwegian’s latest addition to its young, modern fleet will sail the Caribbean from Miami seasonally beginning fall 2019.
“Norwegian Encore will be the ultimate Breakaway Plus Class vessel and we are thrilled to celebrate the start of construction for this incredible new ship,” said Andy Stuart, president and chief executive officer for Norwegian Cruise Line. “Over 50 years ago the Norwegian brand began creating unforgettable vacation moments with the first inter-island cruise in the Caribbean from Miami. We continue building on our legacy of innovation with this brand-new state-of-the-art vessel perfect for exploring the natural beauty of some of the most remarkable islands in the world.”
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings and Meyer Werft executives gathered at the Meyer Werft Laser Center in Papenburg, Germany and cut the first plate of steel, marking the ceremonial start of construction of Norwegian Encore, which is due for delivery on October 31, 2019. “We are excited to start production for Norwegian Encore and to create another floating destination for Norwegian Cruise Line”, said Stephan Schmees, Executive Board Member Project Management Ships, Meyer Werft.
Norwegian Encore will be the seventeenth ship in the Norwegian Cruise Line fleet and the line’s fourth and final ship in the Breakaway Plus Class, the most successful Class in the brand’s history. At approximately 167,800 gross tons and accommodating 4,000 guests, Norwegian Encore will sail weekly 7-night Caribbean cruises from PortMiami. The new ship will pair innovative design and modern luxurious décor with an array of options that will allow guests the freedom and flexibility to enjoy their vacation at their own unique pace and style. Norwegian Encore will feature amenities and interactive experiences that will excite and inspire, and more details on the ship’s design, accommodations, dining and onboard offerings will be shared in the coming months. The ship will be available for reservations in March 2018.
Three management appointments at Star Cruises
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- Published: 29 January 2018 29 January 2018
Star Cruises, which is part of the Genting Hong Kong group, said it has made a total of three appointments in its marine and senior management functions.
Fleet Captain Gustaf Gronberg has been promoted to the position of Executive Vice President, Marine Operations & New Build effective 1 January 2018. He will report to Colin Au and will oversee Marine Operations, New Build, Ship Safety and Security.
In addition, Captain Havard Ramsoy will assume a new role of Vice President, Marine Operations effective 1 January 2018. He will assist Gronberg to oversee the Marine Operations, Ship Safety and Security.
Simon Ho has been transferred to the Chairman & Group President Office as Vice President effective 1 January 2018, from Dream Cruises Guest Commerce & Experience. He will report to Colin Au.
Ponant’s first Explorer class ship towed to Norway for fitting out
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- Published: 26 January 2018 26 January 2018
The first ship in the Ponant Explorers series of the French expeditin cruise operator Ponant, Le Lapérouse, arrived in Norway, where her construction will continue in the Vard shipyard.
The steel hull of the ship was built at a Vard shipyard in Romania, while the fitting out will take place in Norway
The ship was towed by BB Troll, and sailed through the Mediterranean, passing Gibraltar, the Bay of Biscay and crossing the English Channel to reach Norway and the Vard shipyard.
Le Lapérouse will be the first of the four expedition ships, the Ponabt Explorers , to launch in June, followed by Le Champlain, set for delivery in autumn 2018. Le Bougainville and Le Dumont-d’Urville will be operational in 2019.
MSC Cruises UK & Ireland bookings reportedly 32% ahead of last year
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- Published: 23 January 2018 23 January 2018
MSC Cruises UK & Ireland has reportedly seen booking levels to rise by 32% year-on-year following the best ever two weeks of trading.
Eastern Mediterranean itineraries have the best-selling – making a return to popularity this year – closely followed by UK departures by MSC Magnifica, western Med voyages including new ship MSC Seaview and Caribbean cruises from Miami on MSC Seaside, the Travel weekly reports.
It did not provide the number of bookings the line hadreceived in the review period.
Celebrity Edge floated out in France
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- Published: 23 January 2018 23 January 2018
Celebrity Edge, the first in a new series of newbuildings for Celebrity Cruises, has been floated out of the building dock at the STX France shipyard.
“This truly is an exciting moment for our brand,” Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, President and CEO, Celebrity Cruises, said in a statement.
“The float out process marks a milestone in the building of Celebrity Edge. With exterior construction complete, the amazing STX France team will now turn their attention to bringing all of the meticulously designed venues and transformational staterooms and suites to life,” she said.
Celebrity Edge will spend her inaugural season sailing alternating seven-night eastern and western Caribbean itineraries before transporting guests to the stunning vistas of the Mediterranean with a range of seven- to 11-night sailings from iconic cities like Barcelona and Rome in 2019.
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