The Royal Caribbean Group has secured the right to construct vessels at the Finnish shipyard through 2036, confirming the order of Icon 5 plus an option for two other Icon-class cruise ships.

Meyer Turku already delivered Icon of the Seas and Star of the Seas (364.75 by 48.47 metres, gross tonnage of nearly 249 thousand, room for 7,600 passengers), the world's largest cruisers, with Legend of the Seas to follow next year.

Icon 4 is in production, slated for delivery in 2027, with Icon 5 joining Royal's fleet in 2028.

"With the framework agreement now signed, we announce our common plan for the next decade in cooperation with the Royal Caribbean Group and other key partners to build more Icon Class ships and drive the future of shipbuilding over the next decade. I am extremely proud of the recognition that these orders bring to the skilled personnel at Meyer Turku and to the Finnish maritime industry expertise," said Casimir Lindholm, CEO, Meyer Turku.

Petteri Orpo, Prime Minister of Finland, also commented on the occasion, "This new framework agreement is excellent news for Finland. The longstanding collaboration between the Royal Caribbean Group and Meyer Turku will continue to have a significant positive impact on Finland’s economy, creating jobs across the country and energizing our unique maritime ecosystem."

Photo: Meyer Turku