Fincantieri to build new ultra-luxury cruise ship for Regent Seven Seas Cruises

10 November 2025

Strengthening its long-standing partnership with Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH), Fincantieri has secured a new order for the construction of an ultra-luxury cruise ship to be operated by Regent Seven Seas Cruises. The value of this agreement, subject to financing and other typical terms and conditions, is considered as large [1] .

 

Scheduled for delivery in 2033, the new vessel will be a sister ship to “Seven Seas Prestige”, the first of the new Prestige Class, currently under construction at the Marghera shipyard and set for delivery in 2026. A second ship in the same class is already scheduled for delivery in 2030.

 

With a gross tonnage of 77,000 tons and a length of 257 meters, the new unit will host 822 passengers, offering one of the highest guest-to-space ratios in the industry. She will embody timeless elegance and sophistication, integrating cutting-edge environmental technologies.

 

The partnership between Fincantieri and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. stands out as one of the most solid and long-lasting in the industry: the Group has already delivered ten ships across NCLH’s various brands, and as a testament to this established trust, the current order book includes thirteen additional vessels, set to further strengthen the fleet. These newbuilds include all of the company’s brands – Norwegian Cruise Line, Regent Seven Seas Cruises, and Oceania Cruises – and mark another step in a shared growth journey, driven by a collaboration distinguished by continuity, strategic vision, and the ability to evolve in line with the demands of the global market.

 

“Our long-term strategic expansion with Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd., established over the past years through multiple successful orders, continues to strengthen our collaboration, especially within the ultra-luxury segment represented by Regent Seven Seas Cruises”, commented Pierroberto Folgiero, CEO and Managing Director of Fincantieri. “This latest contract confirms the trust NCLH places in Fincantieri’s expertise to deliver innovative, sustainable, and exquisitely crafted ships that meet the evolving aspirations of the luxury cruise market. As the industry embraces new challenges and opportunities, including stronger environmental commitments and enhanced guest experiences, Fincantieri remains fully dedicated to supporting our clients’ growth strategies and the future of cruising worldwide.”

 

“This newbuild order continues our measured, strategic expansion within the luxury space, providing guests with yet another way to experience the unrivaled aboard The World’s Most Luxurious Fleet,” said Jason Montague, Chief Luxury Officer at Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. “It reflects our confidence in the growing demand for Regent’s best-in-class offering and reaffirms our long-standing partnership with Fincantieri, one rooted in craftsmanship and shared pursuit of perfection.”



[1] For Fincantieri, a “large” cruise agreement is an agreement representing a value between euro 500 million and euro 1 billion.

  

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