Norwegian Cruise Line is
getting ready to wow guests
with its newest concept, a
Breakaway Plus ship, due for
delivery in 2015.
THE announcement follows the signage of an
agreement between the cruise line and the
iconic German Meyer Werft shipyard, which
will see the latter craft a new 163,000-ton ship
under the classification of Breakaway Plus.
Speaking about the move Kevin Sheehan,
Norwegian Cruise Line’s Chief Executive Officer
said “Norwegian Breakaway and Norwegian
Getaway [the company’s Breakaway class
vessels also currently under construction at
Meyer Werft] have garnered significant
attention in the marketplace with their
innovative design, rich stateroom mix and
world-class amenities”.
“Building on that momentum, along with
Meyer Werft’s expertise and efficiency in the
design and construction process, we are
extending the excitement and anticipation
with a new, larger edition Breakaway Plus class
ship to further distinguish the Norwegian
brand,” he added.
The new, as yet un-named vessel will boast
accommodations for 4,200 passengers, and
according to the cruise line, will incorporate
many of the company’s Breakaway class ships’
unique design elements and innovations.
“This new order further solidifies our
commitment to continued innovation in terms
of the guest experience and will incorporate
technical and environmental advances as well,”
said Sheehan.
The newly inked agreement between NCL
and Meyer Werft will see the new Breakaway
Plus vessel delivered in October 2015, with the
option for a second Breakaway Plus ship for
delivery in the Northern Hemisphere spring of
2017.
