Hydrogen-Powered Viking Astrea Launched at Fincantieri
Viking’s latest ocean ship, the Viking Astrea, was launched at Fincantieri’s Ancona shipyard. (more…)
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Oceania Cruises® Floats Out Oceania Sonata™, Marking Major Construction Milestone for First Ship in New Sonata Class
Oceania Cruises® has marked a major milestone in the construction of its newest ship, Oceania Sonata™, as the vessel was floated out at the Fincantieri shipyard in Marghera, Italy. (more…)
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Fincantieri and Viking sign contracts for two new ocean ships
Fincantieri and Viking today announced that they have signed contracts for the construction of two new cruise ships, following the exercise of the options granted and announced in April 2025. (more…)
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Crystal Announces Effectiveness of Contract with Fincantieri for Third Ocean Ship
Crystal announced today (Aug. 5, 2026) that the contract for the construction of the third next-generation ocean ship by renowned Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri has become effective. (more…)
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Explora Journeys Takes Delivery Of EXPLORA III
The delivery of EXPLORA III at Fincantieri’s Sestri Ponente shipyard in Genoa today marks another significant milestone in the growth of Explora Journeys, the ultra-elegant ocean travel brand of the MSC Group. (more…)
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Viking Reveals Names of Its Next Two Ocean Ships
Viking recently revealed that its next two ocean newbuilds will be called the Viking Leda and the Viking Vega. (more…)
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Fincantieri celebrates 30 years of strategic partnership with Carnival Corporation
In Monfalcone, the steel-cutting ceremony for Carnival Destiny, the first of three new Ace-class ships for Carnival Cruise Line. Over 30 years, Fincantieri has delivered 76 ships to the Group’s brands, which carry more than 200,000 guests every day. (more…)
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Fincantieri To Build A New Vessel For Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings Ltd (Four Seasons Yachts)
Fincantieri today announced that it has signed a contract with Marc -Henry Cruise Holdings LTD, Joint Owner/Operator of Four Seasons Yachts for the construction of a third ultra – luxury hospitality vessel, further strengthening the longstanding partnership between the two companies and confirming Fincantieri’s leadership in the high -end hospitality segment. (more…)
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Fincantieri delivers “Mein Schiff Flow” in Monfalcone
Fincantieri and TUI Cruises, a joint venture between TUI AG and Royal Caribbean Cruises, celebrated the delivery of “Mein Schiff Flow” at the Monfalcone shipyard. (more…)
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Explora Journeys Completes Successful Sea Trials For EXPLORA III
EXPLORA III has successfully completed her sea trials in the Mediterranean, representing another important milestone in the continued expansion of Explora Journeys’ ultra-elegant fleet. (more…)
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Fincantieri: steel cutting of Crystal Grace
The first steel cutting ceremony for Crystal Grace, the new state-of-the-art, high-end cruise ship for the cruise line Crystal, took place at Fincantieri’s shipyard in Marghera. (more…)
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Fincantieri delivers “Viking Mira” in Ancona
Fincantieri and Viking celebrated today the delivery of “Viking Mira” at Fincantieri’s shipyard in Ancona. (more…)
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NCL Celebrates Float Out of Upcoming Ship, Norwegian Aura
A little over a month after welcoming Norwegian Luna — its newest ship — Norwegian Cruise Line celebrated a new milestone today by completing the float out of its upcoming vessel, Norwegian Aura. (more…)
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Princess Cruises Announces Voyager Class Order
Princess Cruises today announced three new shipbuilding agreements with Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri to build three new cruise ships on a next-generation platform designed to further enhance the line’s already world-class vacation experience for its guests. (more…)
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Fincantieri: “Viking Libra” Launched In Ancona, The World’s First Hydrogen-Powered Cruise Ship
The “Viking Libra”, a new cruise ship under construction for Viking, was launched today at the Ancona shipyard. The vessel is scheduled for delivery at the end of 2026. (more…)
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Explora Journeys Celebrates Triple Maritime Milestone As Luxury Fleet Expansion Accelerates
Explora Journeys, the luxury ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, today celebrated another important milestone in its mission to redefine high-end hospitality at sea and further strengthen its position in the ultra-luxury travel segment. (more…)
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Norwegian Cruise Line takes delivery of Norwegian Luna as Prima Plus class expands fleet
Norwegian Cruise Line has taken delivery of Norwegian Luna, the 21st ship in its fleet and the second vessel in the company’s Prima Plus class, following completion at Fincantieri’s shipyard in Marghera, Italy. (more…)
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Fincantieri books order for two new Viking expedition vessels
Fincantieri has booked an order from Viking for the construction of two expedition vessels. In addition, the two companies also signed an agreement for an option for two ocean ships. (more…)
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Fincantieri Delivers “Four Seasons I”: The First Navis Sapiens Of The Fincantieri Group
Fincantieri delivered “Four Seasons I”, the first ultra-luxury hospitality vessel for Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings LTD, Joint Owner/Operator of Four Seasons Yachts, at its Ancona shipyard, setting a new benchmark for excellence, exclusivity, and innovation in the high‑end cruise market. (more…)
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Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Enters Into Agreement With Fincantieri for Three New Cruise Ships
Agreements include one ship for each brand, Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises, strengthening long-term fleet growth through 2037. (more…)
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Oceania Cruises® Celebrates Keel Laying for New-Generation Ship, Oceania Sonata™, at the Fincantieri Shipyard in Marghera, Italy
Oceania Cruises has celebrated a pivotal milestone in the construction of its next-generation ship, Oceania Sonata™, as the keel of the ship was laid at the Fincantieri shipyard in Marghera, Italy. (more…)
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TUI Cruises introduces key concepts aboard new Mein Schiff Flow ahead of Dubai season
TUI Cruises has outlined a series of design and hospitality concepts that will define the guest experience aboard its upcoming vessel Mein Schiff Flow, as the cruise line prepares for her first operational season cruising roundtrip from Dubai in the Middle East. (more…)
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Silver Muse returns to service following extensive refit and capacity increase
Silversea’s Silver Muse has returned to service following a major refit and refurbishment at the Fincantieri shipyard in Palermo, Italy that has resulted in a substantial increase in guest capacity and a series of onboard modifications. (more…)
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Crystal Reveals Suite Renderings for Upcoming Luxury Cruise Ship
Crystal is giving cruisers a sneak peek at its upcoming luxury cruise ship, Crystal Grace, with a series of suite renderings. (more…)
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Fincantieri Floats New Luxury Cruise Ship for Regent Seven Seas
Fincantieri’s shipyard in Marghera, Italy, recently completed the float-out of a new luxury cruise ship for Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings’ Regent Seven Seas Cruises. (more…)
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Fincantieri to build new ultra-luxury cruise ship for Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Strengthening its long-standing partnership with Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH), Fincantieri has secured a new order for the construction of an ultra-luxury cruise ship to be operated by Regent Seven Seas Cruises. (more…)
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Crystal Announces Key Dates For First New Build
Crystal announced today two key milestone dates in the construction of the first new ship scheduled for delivery in May 2028. (more…)
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Fincantieri and TUI Cruises sign contract for two new cruise ships
Fincantieri and TUI Cruises (a joint venture between TUI AG and Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd) today signed a contract for the design and construction of two new cruise ships. (more…)
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Star Princess Officially Delivered to Princess Cruises
Star Princess – the second Sphere-Class ship in the Princess Cruises fleet – was officially delivered today during a celebratory handover ceremony at the Fincantieri Shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy. (more…)
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Star Princess Shines Through Successful Sea Trials
Princess Cruises’ highly anticipated second Sphere-Class ship, the stunning Star Princess, which is currently being built by Fincantieri, has reached a major milestone with the successful completion of its sea trials. (more…)
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Fincantieri: “Viking Mira” launched in Ancona
The “Viking Mira”, a new cruise ship under construction for Viking, was launched today (July 31st) at the Ancona shipyard. (more…)
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Explora Journeys Celebrates Major Milestones In The Construction Of Its Luxury Fleet
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Oceania Cruises® Takes Delivery of Eighth Luxury Ship, Oceania Allura™
Oceania Cruises has taken delivery of Oceania Allura™, its eighth elegant boutique ship. (more…)
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Oceania Orders Two More Ships from Fincantieri
Oceania Cruises has confirmed it will double its newbuild order with Fincantieri as two more 1,450-guest ships will debut for the brand in 2032 and 2035, respectively. (more…)
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Fincantieri delivers ‘Viking Vesta’ in Ancona
“Viking Vesta”, the second of a new series of cruise ships that Fincantieri is building for the shipowner Viking, has been delivered today at the Ancona shipyard. (more…)
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Steel Cutting For Oceania Sonata™ Heralds A New Chapter In Refined Luxury Cruising For Oceania Cruises
Oceania Cruises marked a defining milestone today (Jun 04, 2025) with the ceremonial steel cutting of Oceania Sonata™, the first ship in the brand’s revolutionary new Sonata Class. (more…)
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Fincantieri launches Mein Schiff Flow at Monfalcone shipyard
The upcoming InTUItion-class ship for TUI Cruises is scheduled to enter service in mid-2026. (more…)
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Four Seasons Yachts Secures Financing for Second Vessel
Four Seasons Yachts has secured financing for the construction of its second vessel, continuing the brand’s expansion into luxury cruising. (more…)
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Fincantieri and Viking announce the world’s first hydrogen-powered cruise ship and sign contracts for two new units
Fincantieri and Viking announced today the first cruise ship in the world to be powered by hydrogen stored onboard for both propulsion and onboard electricity generation, the “Viking Libra”. (more…)
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Fincantieri signs agreement with Carnival Corporation for two cruise ships for Aida Cruises
Fincantieri has signed an agreement with Carnival Corporation & plc for the design and construction of two new cruise ships for AIDA Cruises, the leading cruise line in the German-speaking cruise market. (more…)
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