CELEBRITY Cruises has announced its sixth ship in the Edge series will launch in 2038 (CW breaking news yesterday).
The agreement, signed with shipyard Chantiers de l’Atlantique, represents another step forward in Royal Caribbean Group’s (RCG) “moderate capacity growth” strategy, focusing on gradually expanding the fleet in a controlled manner.
The vessel, which is being billed as Xcel 2, will include innovations seen throughout the Edge-class, such as the Magic Carpet (pictured), and the Infinite Veranda staterooms, as well as a number of new, as-yet-unannounced features.
RCG’s new build pipeline now includes eight ships, with Celebrity Xcel (CW 01 Jul 2024) and Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas (CW 04 Oct 2024) launching this year.
“Celebrity’s Edge Series redefined premium travel at sea, blending groundbreaking design and unforgettable guest experiences,” RCG President & Chief Executive Officer Jason Liberty said.
“Each ship in this award-winning series has set a new standard for the industry, and Celebrity Xcel, sailing later this year, is no exception,” he added.
“Partnering with Chantiers de l’Atlantique to expand the Edge Series with Edge 6 is another milestone in our mission to deliver the world’s best holidays responsibly,” Liberty said. MS