Crystal Cruises have exercised the option for a third cruise ship from Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri.
This follows a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) signed between the parties in June 2024 for two cruise ships, alongside an option for a third unit.
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The new unit, like its sister ships Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity, will have a gross tonnage of 61,800t and house around 690 passengers.
It will offer all-suite accommodations, complete with private verandas, including a single occupancy category designed specifically for solo travellers.
This comfort element will further be enhanced by one of the highest crew-to-passenger ratios in this segment, to ensure personalised service.
Fincantieri stated that this order represents its comprehensive strategy in the cruise ship space.
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By GlobalDataThe shipbuilder further highlighted its commitment to developing sustainable vessels in line with market demands and its emphasis on next-generation fuel technologies, including LNG and hydrogen.
Crystal was acquired by A&K Travel Group in 2022 and has been focused on expanding its fleet and improving its offerings at sea and on land under its new owner.
A&K Travel Group CEO Cristina Levis said: “We’re pleased to bring an expanded fleet to our guests, offering even more ways to explore the world with the extraordinary service and style synonymous with Crystal.”
A&K Travel Group Executive Chairman Manfredi Lefebvre d’Ovidio said: “Exercising this option and agreeing to build a third ship together showcases the trust and partnership between my family and Fincantieri, dating back to Sitmar Cruises and evolving through Silversea to our present vision with Crystal.”
