First Norwegian Cruise Line ship custom-designed for the Chinese cruise market
Norwegian Cruise Line took delivery of Norwegian Joy, the brands 15th ship and the first custom-designed for the Chinese cruise market, from German shipbuilders Meyer Werft during an on board ceremony in Bremerhaven on 27 April, 2017.
At 167,725gross-tons and accommodating 3,883 guests,the shiphas been tailored to provide a First Class at Sea experience for Chinese guests, along with Norwegians signature cruising style that offers guests the freedom and flexibility to design their perfect vacation experience.
Norwegian Joys delivery marks a momentous occasion in our companys history, signifying our official entry into the Chinese cruise market, said Andy Stuart, president and chief executive officer for Norwegian Cruise Line.
Norwegian Joy was christened in Shanghai on 27 June, 2017, with an over-the-top performance by the ships godfather, singer songwriter and film director Wang Leehom.
Norwegians CEO, Frank Del Rio, said the new ship was designed specifically for the China market with accommodation, cuisine and onboard experiences that cater to the unique holiday preferences of Chinese guests.
Our new purpose-built ship for China will have characteristics that are authentic to Norwegian Cruise Line and yet distinctively Chinese in all of its sensibility, Del Rio said.
With this new ship, Norwegian will unquestionably offer our Chinese guests a superior product and introduce a new standard of innovation and excellence into the marketplace, with an unrivalled level of customisation for the Chinese consumer. It will perfectly suit what modern Chinese travellers value from an upscale cruise experience.
PASSENGERS : 3883
BERTHS : 2100
CREW : 1821
FACILITIES : There area 29 dining options, varying from two main dining rooms to Teppanyaki and steak houses – many of the restaurants charge a premium – three swimming pools (one inside), show lounge, three-storey theatre, bowling alley, ice bar, climbing wall, cinema, library, casino, fitness centre, sauna, steam room.