Princess Cruises is doubling down on its long-term growth strategy with a massive new ship order that will reshape its fleet over the next decade.
The cruise line signed a contract with an Italian shipyard. Fincantieri Plans to build three new next-generation ships 2035, 2038, 2039The company made the announcement this week.
Ships introduce something new voyager class It is a platform for Princess that builds on the design direction established by the latest ships while venturing into larger, more technologically advanced territory.
The largest ship in Princess history
Each of the three ships measures approx. Total tonnage 183,000 And carry it with you 4,700 peopleIt became the largest ship ever built for the brand.
They will also continue Princess’ transition toward clean energy. Liquefied natural gas (LNG)This reduces emissions compared to traditional marine fuels. With these additions, Princess’ parent company, Carnival Corporation, will expand its LNG-powered fleet to more than 20 vessels.
The ships are built at the shipyard in Fincantieri. Monfalcone, ItalyIt continues the long-standing partnership between the two companies.
A new take on the princess experience
Princess said the Voyager-class ships will blend the most popular onboard features with completely reworked design elements across key areas of the ship.
These include: Redesigned exterior deck, redesigned stateroom and updated Piazza concept.It is one of the brand’s signature shipboard gathering spaces.
According to the Princess Cruises president, the line relies heavily on feedback from customers and travel advisors to evolve the experience. gus torchHe emphasized a mix of familiar favorites and new concepts across dining, entertainment and public spaces.
More detailed specifications and onboard features are expected to be revealed closer to delivery.
Part of a broader cruise boom
This order is part of a broader expansion drive that includes: Carnival Corporationtoday 7 additional vessels on order It is scheduled to be delivered between 2027 and 2033.
Cruise travel continues to be one of the fastest-growing segments of the global holiday market, and long-haul orders such as these indicate continued confidence in future demand more than a decade later.
For travelers, this means a steady pipeline of new, larger, and more advanced ships coming to market, positioning Princess to compete aggressively in the premium cruise segment for years to come.
