Cruise news (FincantieriVARD-tagged)
- Cruise Industry
Crystal Symphony cruise ship successfully completes sea trials
Crystal Cruises' second ship is soon to resume operations after the recent return of Crystal Serenity. Crystal Symphony has successfully concluded...
August 16, 2023 - Cruise Industry
NCL takes delivery of Norwegian Viva ship from Fincantieri Marghera
On Thursday, August 3rd, Fincantieri's Marghera shipyard marked the delivery of the second ship, named Norwegian Viva, from NCL-Norwegian Cruise Line...
August 4, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Explora Journeys officially takes delivery of Explora I from Fincantieri Italy
Explora Journeys, the new luxury lifestyle brand of MSC Group, celebrated the official delivery of its first ship - EXPLORA I, from the Fincantieri...
July 22, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Crystal Serenity completes sea trials before the inaugural cruise from Marseille
Crystal Serenity, the first ship to resume operations after being acquired by A&K Travel Group last year, has successfully completed sea trials...
July 12, 2023 - Accidents
CLIA and MSC react after cancellation of Explora 1 debut
CLIA (the trade organization representing the cruise shipping industry) and MSC Cruises have emphasized that strict safety standards must be met...
July 11, 2023 - Accidents
Fire safety fears delay the delivery of Explora Journeys' first ship MSC Explora 1
The highly anticipated delivery and inauguration of a luxury cruise ship has been postponed due to safety concerns. Explora I, which is operated by...
July 9, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Fincantieri signs contract for the construction of second Four Seasons cruise ship
Fincantieri Italy has entered into an agreement with Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings LTD, the Joint Owner/Operator of Four Seasons Yachts, for the...
June 20, 2023 - Cruise Industry
New Sun Princess boasts fleet's first family-themed, 3-deck-high Park19
When the new Sun Princess debut in February 2024, she will introduce several new for Princess Cruises family-themed activity spaces. One of these is...
June 19, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Adora Magic City completing final tests before moving out of drydock
China has commenced the countdown for the maiden voyage of its first large, domestically-built cruise ship, marking a significant milestone in the...
June 5, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Princess Cruises 2nd SPHERE Class ship to be named Star Princess
The name of Princess Cruises' second Sphere Class cruise ship, Star Princess, has been revealed. She will embark on her inaugural season of...
May 14, 2023 - Cruise Industry
NCL's Norwegian Viva ship departs Fincantieri shipyard in Marghera to undergo sea trials
On May 5th, the 2nd NCL-Norwegian Cruise Line Prima Class ship, Norwegian Viva, left the Fincantieri shipyard in Marghera/Venice (Italy) for her...
May 12, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Cunard Line celebrates float out of Queen Anne in Italy
Carnival Corporation's luxury cruise brand Cunard Line celebrated a construction milestone on Wednesday, May 3rd, with the launch/float out from...
May 4, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Oceania Cruises’ newest ship Vista delivered at Fincantieri Genoa yard
On May 1st, Oceania took delivery of its newest ship - Vista. The ceremony was held at Fincantieri's shipbuilding yard in Genoa (Italy). The vessel...
May 2, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Viking OCEAN takes delivery of its newest cruise ship Viking Saturn
Viking OCEAN has officially taken delivery of its newest ship - Viking Saturn. The delivery ceremony was held this morning at Fincantieri's...
April 26, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Princess Cruises' largest ship Sun Princess to operate Caribbean itineraries from Fort Lauderdale...
In October 2024, Princess Cruises will introduce its newest ship - Sun Princess, in the USA. This ship is the largest in the Sphere class and will...
April 19, 2023