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Cruise Ship Construction

From the first sparks of steel-cutting to dramatic float outs, this tag tracks the construction journey of new cruise ships. Get behind-the-scenes updates from shipyards around the world as cruise lines build the next generation of vessels.

Carnival Cruise News

Carnival’s Next Massive New Cruise Ship Reaches Critical Construction Step

Melissa Mayntz -
Meyer Werft has released a dramatic video showing the bridge of Carnival Festivale being installed on the ship's hull.
Norwegian Cruise Line News

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Orders New Ships for Every Brand

Melissa Mayntz -
Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, and Regent Seven Seas Cruises will all be getting one more new ship built by Fincantieri.
Carnival Cruise News

Carnival Festivale Construction Update as Crew Cabins Completed

Melissa Mayntz -
Crew cabins are ready to be installed aboard Carnival Festivale and eager fans are getting a rare insight into the construction process.
Cruise News

Cruise News Update: Technical Issues, Policy Change, New Ships

Donna Tunney -
A busy week in cruise news with technical issues, new policies, ship updates, and major announcements across Royal Caribbean, NCL, Princess, Carnival, and MSC.
Royal Caribbean News

Royal Caribbean Officially Orders New Discovery Class Cruise Ships

Melissa Mayntz -
Royal Caribbean has confirmed the new Discovery Class of ships to be built by the Chantiers de l'Atlantique shipyard in France.
Royal Caribbean News

Massive Pearl Structure Installed on Royal Caribbean’s 4th Icon Class Ship

Melissa Mayntz -
The Pearl is now in place onboard the fourth Icon-class ship, bringing the massive vessel closer to its 2027 debut.
Cruise News

Cruise News Update: High Winds, New Icon Ship, Port Changes, and More

Donna Tunney -
Catch up on this week’s cruise news, from high‑wind incidents and new ship construction to port changes, safety alerts, and major policy updates.
Royal Caribbean News

Meyer Turku Begins Building Royal Caribbean’s Fifth Icon Class Ship

Lissa Poirot -
Steel cutting in Finland marks the official start of production for the cruise line’s fifth Icon Class vessel, scheduled to debut in 2028.
Disney Cruise Line News

Disney’s Biggest Ship Yet Makes a Florida Debut With a Long Journey Ahead

Melissa Mayntz -
Disney Adventure has arrived in Florida but won't be welcoming guests in the Sunshine State, so why is she taking such a long route?
Royal Caribbean News

Royal Caribbean’s 4th Icon Class Ship Just Entered a Huge New Phase

Donna Tunney -
The fourth Icon Class ship moves into a new construction phase with widespread cabin installation now underway in Finland.
Royal Caribbean News

Is Royal Caribbean Preparing Its Next Big Ship Order?

Calvin Musquez -
Reports suggest Royal Caribbean may soon be placing an order for a new, smaller class of ships with Chantiers de l'Atlantique shipyard.
Royal Caribbean Cruise Advice

Wonder of the Seas Size: Just How Big Does the Ship Compare?

Emrys Thakkar -
Discover the Wonder of the Seas size, from its 235,600 GT volume to its length, height, decks, and how it compares to Royal Caribbean’s biggest ships.
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