Norwegian Cruise Line places new ship order
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has placed an order for four new 3,300-passenger ships.
The company has appointed Fincantieri S.P.A. to construct the next generation of ships for its Norwegian Cruise Line brand.
One ship will be delivered each year between 2022-2025 and there is an option for two more ships in 2026 and 2027.
The four 140,000 gross ton ships will each cost around €800m.
Frank Del Rio, president and chief executive officer of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings said: "This new class of ships will continue Norwegian Cruise Line brand’s legacy of introducing meaningful innovation to the cruise industry."
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