By
Laura Hyde |
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has taken delivery of its newest ship, Norwegian Luna, from Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri. The second Prima Plus-class ship was handed over at the shipyard in Marghera, Italy, with executives from both companies in attendance.
“As our newest ship, Norwegian Luna is a powerful reflection of NCL’s ‘It’s Different Out Here’ brand ethos,” said Marc Kazlauskas, president of NCL. “The ship delivers freedom, flexibility and thoughtfully curated experiences, allowing guests to enjoy their vacation exactly how they want, with ease. This ship represents the continued evolution of our vision and the incredible work behind an award-winning class of ships. We are deeply appreciative of the world-class architects and designers, as well as our talented partners at Fincantieri who brought Norwegian Luna to life. We’re proud to continue this strong partnership as we look ahead to building more exceptional NCL vessels together over the next decade.”
From left: Marco Lunardi, senior vice president of Fincantieri’s Marghera shipyard, and Robert Lundberg, captain of Norwegian Luna, at the delivery ceremony
“We are proud to deliver Norwegian Luna, a ship that truly reflects our ability to interpret and anticipate the evolution of the global cruise industry,” said Luigi Matarazzo, general manager of Fincantieri’s merchant ships division. “This milestone further strengthens the long-standing collaboration between Fincantieri and NCL, built on a shared commitment to innovation. The Prima Plus class sets a new benchmark for the industry, thanks to cutting-edge design solutions and a level of construction excellence showcased by our Marghera shipyard. Every vessel we build is the result of collective expertise, passion and advanced technology - elements that enable us to shape the future of cruising.”
The 3,565-passenger ship will sail across the Atlantic from Civitavecchia, Italy, arriving in the USA on 23 March 2026. The ship will be christened at its PortMiami homeport in Florida on 27 March and will then begin sailing three- and four-day itineraries to The Bahamas, as well as seven-day cruises around the Caribbean. From April to November, Norwegian Luna will visit Eastern Caribbean ports including Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic; St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands; as well as NCL’s private island destination, Great Stirrup Cay, which will feature a six-acre waterpark from summer 2026. From November, the ship will call at ports in the Western Caribbean, including Roatán (Islas de la Bahía), Honduras, and Cozumel, Mexico, as well as Harvest Caye, NCL’s private destination off the coast of Belize.
On 6 April 2027, Norwegian Luna will make its debut in New York City, offering four- to seven-day Bermuda voyages with overnights at the Royal Naval Dockyard.