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Royal Caribbean Group has ordered two new ships from the Chantiers de l'Atlantique shipyard in Saint Nazaire, France, with the option to build four more.
The company has inked new agreements with the shipbuilder to secure the construction of its new Discovery Class ships.
The first ship in the class is set to debut in 2029, followed by the second in 2032.
“The Discovery Class introduces a bold new concept that puts our guests at the center of it all," said Michael Bayley, president and chief executive officer of Royal Caribbean International.
"It will deliver extraordinary, one-of-a-kind experiences—from cutting edge design to immersive moments—every detail crafted to surprise and delight guests in ways they’ve never imagined, all while visiting truly breathtaking destinations around the world,” Bayley continued.
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