Royal Caribbean Group introduced right this moment that they’ve positioned an order for one more Edge class cruise ship for Movie star Cruises.
This would be the sixth Edge class for Movie star Cruises and it’s anticipated to enter service in 2028. Edge 6 or ‘Xcel 2’ might be a sister ship to Movie star’s latest ship debuting later this yr, Movie star Xcel.
The cruise ship might be constructed by Chantiers de l’Atlantique, the identical shipyard that constructed the earlier Edge class ships. They’re:
- Movie star Edge
- Movie star Apex
- Movie star Past
- Movie star Ascent
- Movie star Xcel
Jason Liberty, president and CEO, Royal Caribbean Group, gave the next assertion:
“Movie star’s Edge Collection redefined premium journey at sea, mixing groundbreaking design and unforgettable visitor experiences. Every ship on this award-winning sequence has set a brand new customary for the business, and Movie star Xcel, crusing later this yr, isn’t any exception.
“Partnering with Chantiers de l’Atlantique to develop the Edge Collection with Edge 6 is one other milestone in our mission to ship the world’s greatest holidays responsibly.”
Laurent Castaing, Chief Govt Officer, Chantiers de l’Atlantique, added:
“The robust ties between Chantiers de l’Atlantique and Royal Caribbean Group have led to the creation of the distinctive Edge Collection design. This sixth ship marks the epitome of a pioneering sequence within the cruise business that’s each elegant, high-performing, and ever extra modern, notably due to its methanol capabilities.”
Royal Caribbean Group now has eight new cruise ships on order/beneath building together with two debuting this yr, Star of the Seas and Movie star Xcel.
This settlement for a sixth Edge class ship is topic to customary situations, together with financing.
