Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has taken delivery of its newest ship, Norwegian Prima, in Marghera, Venice at the renowned Fincantieri shipyard.
The milestone marks the arrival of the first ship in NCL’s Prima Class which will see six new ships delivered through 2027.
Present at the landmark event was Frank Del Rio, President and Chief Executive Officer of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd and Harry Sommer, President and Chief Executive Officer of Norwegian Cruise Line.
Luigi Matarazzo, General Manager of the Merchant Ships Division of Fincantieri; as well as other notable NCLH and Fincantieri executives also attended the event.
The delivery celebration was followed by a traditional flag exchange ceremony.
Harry Sommer, President and CEO of Norwegian Cruise Line said:
“Today we usher in a thrilling new era in cruising as we celebrate the delivery of Norwegian Prima, the long-anticipated first ship in our extraordinary new Prima Class.
“She is a true testament to our Guest First philosophy as well as our commitment to deliver unforgettable experiences that exceed expectations.
“We thank our wonderful partners at Fincantieri, whose coveted craftsmanship, expertise, and dedication, helped bring Norwegian Prima to life. We cannot wait to welcome our guests on board.”
The cruise line said that Prima is the “most spacious new cruise ship in the contemporary categories with the most outdoor deck space and expansive accommodations of any new build.”
Customers can look forward to the Brand’s first upscale open-air food hall, the largest and first three-level racetrack at sea, and the world’s first freefall dry slide offering a 10-story plunge experience.
Other onboard standouts include the 44,000 sq ft Ocean Boulevard, Infinity Beach with two infinity pools, and Oceanwalk with two glass bridges.
The Concourse is the first outdoor sculpture garden at sea with six installations created by international metal artist Alexander Krivosheiw and an art wall designed by David Harber.
Norwegian Prima is launching this August and will be the first major cruise ship christened in Iceland.
The ship will then commence on her 8-day inaugural voyage from Reykjavik to Amsterdam. Godmother Katy Perry will bless and name the ship during the christening ceremony.
For more information, please visit NCL.com.
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