Regent Seven Seas Cruises has held a keel-laying ceremony for Seven Seas Prestige – the brand’s next generation of ship, which it says will “redefine luxury travel”.
Held at the Fincantieri shipyard in Marghera, Italy, Regent says it’s a “pivotal moment” in the construction of the first of two new prestige-class vessels – the first new ship class in a decade.
Honouring the occasion and a longstanding maritime tradition, three specially selected coins were welded onto the keel of the ship. Dating from the ancient Greeks and Romans, the tradition will see the coins forever embedded into the ship’s structure, bringing luck for all who sail on board.
Regent Seven Seas Chief Luxury Officer Jason Montague says, “Seven Seas Prestige represents our continued legacy of elevating the standard of ultra-luxury travel and we are proud to cement our place as leaders in the industry with this exciting milestone”.
“Expertise, passion, and dedication to perfection are shared values between Regent and Fincantieri, and there is no one better placed to bring Seven Seas Prestige to life as we usher in a new age of excellence for Regent Seven Seas Cruises.”
Fincantieri Merchant Ships Division General Manager Luigi Matarazzo says, “The keel laying for Seven Seas Prestige marks an important milestone not only for Regent and Fincantieri, but for the entire industry, as we continue to elevate the standards of ultra-luxury cruising”.
“This ship embodies the innovation and craftsmanship that define our longstanding partnership with Regent Seven Seas Cruises.
“Leveraging our extensive expertise, know-how, and the technical excellence refined through the successful construction of the Explorer Class vessels, we are proud to bring Regent’s vision to life once again with this remarkable new ship.”
Redefining luxury at sea
Set to be delivered in 2026, Seven Seas Prestige, will host 850 guests and has one of the highest passenger-to-space ratios in the cruise industry.
The ship will also introduce new accommodation categories – including a re-imagination of the palatial Regent Suite, plus new dining experiences.
Sailing to more than 550 destinations globally, a voyage on the new ship includes unlimited shore excursions, gourmet cuisine in specialty restaurants and open-air venues, fine wines and spirits, in-suite liquor and mini-bar replenished daily, entertainment, access to spa facilities, unlimited Wi-Fi, valet laundry, gratuities, and a pre-cruise hotel in concierge suites.
For more information, see Regent Seven Seas Cruises.
