The world’s
leading ultra-luxury cruise line Regent
Seven Seas Cruises (RSSC), today officially began construction on its
next-generation vessel, Seven Seas Prestige. Marking the start of the ship’s
build, a steel-cutting ceremony was held today at the Fincantieri-Marghera
shipyard in Venice, Italy.
“Seven Seas
Prestige represents a new era for Regent Seven Seas Cruises as we once
again elevate standards in ultra luxury, all-inclusive vacations,” said Andrea
DeMarco, President of Regent Seven Seas Cruises. “We are delighted to continue
our long-established relationship with Fincantieri, a storied name in
shipbuilding. This talented team will deliver a ship that transcends luxury,
exuding elegance and refinement, while radiating sophistication in every way,
from bow to stern.”
“We are proud to
partner with Regent Seven Seas Cruises on what will be a revolutionary ship for
the ultra-luxury cruise industry,” said Luigi Matarazzo, General Manager of the
Fincantieri Merchant Ships Division. “With our long history of building first-class
vessels and Regent’s heritage in delivering unrivaled luxury travel
experiences, we are excited to begin work on Seven Seas Prestige.”
Also in attendance
at today’s ceremony were Harry Sommer, President & Chief Executive
Officer, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd; Patrik Dahlgren, Executive Vice
President Vessel Operations, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd; Francesco
Semeraro, Senior Vice President of Hotel Operations, Regent Seven Seas Cruises;
and Alberico Trivellone, Senior Vice President, Newbuild and Refurbishment,
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. Representing Fincantieri were Luigi
Matarazzo, General Manager of the Fincantieri Merchant Ships Division, and
Marco Lunardi, Shipyard Director of the Marghera yard.
Seven Seas Prestige's steel-cutting ceremony in Venice, Italy. (Photo Credit: Regent Seven Seas Cruises)
A product of
world-renowned shipbuilder Fincantieri, Seven Seas Prestige will be a
boundary-breaking vessel that transcends luxury. Weighing in at 77,000 gross
tons and with an 850-passenger capacity, she will offer one of the industry’s
highest space-to-guest ratios in the business. Besides offering “Unrivaled
Space at Sea”, Prestige will boast some exciting innovations, including a
reimagining of the extravagant Regent Suite, new stateroom categories, fresh culinary
concepts and more, all designed to enhance “The Most Inclusive Luxury
Experience” that the line is famous for.
Scheduled for
delivery in 2026, Seven Seas Prestige will be the first vessel of two new Prestige-Class
vessels, Regent’s first new class of ship to be introduced in a decade. The debut
of this new ship class follows its very successful Explorer-Class ships, also
constructed by Fincantieri: Seven Seas Explorer (2016), Seven Seas Splendor
(2020) and Seven Seas Grandeur (2023).
Regent’s current
fleet of six vessels sails to over 550 global destinations, providing guests
with a vast range of luxury services and amenities so that they indulge in the
oceans’ most opulent experience. As part of the line’s signature All-Inclusive
Cruise Fare model, passengers enjoy unlimited shore excursions, gourmet cuisine
in specialty dining venues, fine wines and spirits, complimentary in-suite
mini-bar, top-notch entertainment, spa access, Wi-Fi, valet laundry, crew gratuities
and, for those staying in concierge suites and above, a one-night pre-cruise
hotel stay.
Guests also have
to option of upgrading to the Ultimate All-Inclusive Fare, which covers air
travel—including preferred cabin class—ground transfers, and exclusive Blacklane
chauffeur services to tailor their trip to perfection.
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