Fincantieri has announced the acquisition of a significant new order from Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. for the construction of three next-generation cruise ships, further consolidating the long-standing relationship between the two groups.
The shipbuilder said the value of the agreement – which remains subject to financing and other typical terms and conditions – is considered “very important,” underscoring the scale of the deal and its strategic importance for Fincantieri’s long-term cruise portfolio.
The three vessels will be built respectively for Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises. Each ship will be a sister vessel to the most recent newbuilds Fincantieri has delivered for the corresponding brand, reinforcing an ongoing design and construction continuity across the Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings fleet.
All three units will be constructed at Fincantieri’s Italian shipyards, with deliveries scheduled between 2036 and 2037. The company said the ships will embody the highest standards of technological innovation and passenger comfort, while incorporating environmental sustainability features – reflecting a shared commitment by both groups to responsible and forward-looking growth.
The new ship for Norwegian Cruise Line will be the largest of the three, with a gross tonnage of approximately 227,000 tons and capacity for more than 5,000 berths. It will be designed to the highest standards of comfort and onboard technology, continuing the brand’s focus on large-scale contemporary cruising.
For Regent Seven Seas Cruises, the newbuild will have a gross tonnage of 77,000 tons and around 822 berths, reaffirming Regent’s positioning in the ultra-luxury segment with a high space-to-guest ratio and premium onboard experience.
The Oceania Cruises vessel will be slightly larger, with a gross tonnage of 86,000 tons and capacity for approximately 1,390 berths, aligning with the brand’s focus on refined, destination-immersive itineraries and upscale onboard design.
Pierroberto Folgiero, CEO and Managing Director of Fincantieri, said the agreement strengthens collaboration with a “prestigious and visionary partner” and reinforces Fincantieri’s leadership in cruise shipbuilding.
“We are proud to announce this important order, which further strengthens our collaboration with a prestigious and visionary partner such as Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings and reinforces Fincantieri’s long-standing leadership in the cruise sector,” Folgiero said.
He added that the order reflects the company’s strategy under its 2026-2030 Industrial Plan, focusing on leadership, innovation and the ability to transform global shipbuilding.
“These next-generation ships will bring together advanced technology, design excellence, a strong focus on sustainability, energy efficiency and passenger experience, and the industrial strength of our shipyards, reaffirming Fincantieri’s role at the forefront of cruise innovation,” he said.
Folgiero also highlighted the long-term operational impact of the order, noting it will strengthen Fincantieri’s workload visibility through 2037 and support future investments in capacity, digitalisation and sustainable shipbuilding.
“Together, we are shaping the future of cruising by delivering long-term value and new benchmarks of excellence,” he said.
