Mega Deal and Shipyard Drama: How Europe is Building the Cruise Ships of the Future

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Mega Deal and Shipyard Drama: How Europe is Building the Cruise Ships of the Future

The European shipyard landscape is currently undergoing a complete realignment. For a long time, the Meyer Werft in Papenburg was the premier destination for massive cruise giants. But now, there is a noticeable change in course. Major shipping companies like AIDA Cruises and TUI Cruises will be having their new ships built in Italy by the Fincantieri Group. This brings significant momentum to the maritime economy and fundamentally shifts the balance of power on board – from starboard to port.

etwas MEERzeit

March 30, 2026 at 12:43 PM

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The European shipyard landscape is currently undergoing a complete realignment. For a long time, the Meyer Werft in Papenburg was the premier destination for massive cruise giants. But now, there is a noticeable change in course. Major shipping companies like AIDA Cruises and TUI Cruises will be having their new ships built in Italy by the Fincantieri Group. This brings significant momentum to the maritime economy and fundamentally shifts the balance of power on board – from starboard to port.