First block set in place as Norwegian’s first Breakaway class ship begins to take shape
MIAMI –
Norwegian Cruise Line executives and officials from MEYER WERFT took
part in the
Keel Laying Ceremony of Norwegian Breakaway at the ship yard in
Papenburg, Germany last month.
During the official ceremony, the
first of 73 blocks that will comprise the 144,000 gross ton vessel was
lifted into the covered building dock, marking the
start of the block assembly.
In
the dock, Kevin Sheehan, Norwegian Cruise Line’s chief executive
officer, laid the traditional "lucky coin," before the 350-ton first
block was
placed by the 800-ton crane. A special commemorative coin was created
to celebrate the day’s activities.
“The
anticipation is building for this incredible ship,” said Sheehan. “It’s
thrilling to mark the start of the block assembly and realize that in
one year we will take delivery of Norwegian Breakaway. We can’t wait.”
Norwegian
Breakaway is the first ship being built by MEYER WERFT utilizing a more
efficient construction process which will deliver a ship of more
than 140,000 gross tons in less than 12 months.
“We
are so proud to begin the process of constructing the ship out of 73
blocks that form the structure of the ship and are looking forward to
seeing
it take shape over the coming months,” said Bernard Meyer, managing
director of MEYER WERFT. “Norwegian Cruise Line has a reputation in the
industry for innovation and we are very happy to continue that with
this new ship.”
The 4,000 passenger Norwegian Breakaway will
arrive in her year-round homeport of New York City in early May 2013.
The ship will begin weekly summer seven-day cruises to Bermuda on
Sunday, May 12, 2013. From October
2013 through April 2014, the ship will offer voyages from the heart of
Manhattan to the Bahamas & Florida and the Southern Caribbean.
To date, the company has revealed the ship’s groundbreaking design, including The Waterfront and 678 Ocean Place, a
wide range of indoor and outdoor
venues on three dynamic decks that will create a whole new complex at
sea that enhances guests’ connection with the ocean. The top decks of
Norwegian Breakaway will feature
the first Aqua Park at sea with five
full-size water slides, including twin Free Fall slides, the first ever
at sea, and a three-story sports complex that includes the largest ropes
course at sea, a nine-hole
miniature golf course, basketball court, rock climbing wall and more.
The ship will also feature a rich mix of
stateroom options including The Haven by Norwegian, comprised of 42
Suites at the top of the ship and 18 additional Suites located
throughout the ship; the innovative Studios,
designed and priced for solo travelers; the re-introduction of
Oceanview staterooms, Balcony and Mini-Suites; along with Spa Balcony,
Mini-Suites and Suites in close proximity to the spa.
For more information on the incredible features and accommodations on Norwegian Breakaway, visit
www.breakaway.ncl.com. To book a cruise on Norwegian
Breakaway, contact a travel professional, call Norwegian at 800-327-7030
or visit www.ncl.com. Comment on today’s announcement on our Facebook page:
www.ncl.com/facebook.
About Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian
Cruise Line is the innovator in cruise travel with a 45-year history of
breaking the boundaries of traditional cruising, most notably with
the introduction of Freestyle Cruising which has revolutionized the
industry by allowing guests more freedom and flexibility.
Today,
Norwegian invites consumers to “Cruise Like a Norwegian” on one of its
11 purpose-built Freestyle Cruising ships, providing guests the
opportunity
to enjoy a relaxed cruise vacation on some of the newest and most
contemporary ships at sea. The Company has two 4,000-passenger vessels,
Norwegian Breakaway and Norwegian Getaway, on order for delivery in
April 2013 and April 2014.
Norwegian’s
largest and most innovative Freestyle Cruising ship, Norwegian Epic,
debuted in June 2010 and has been named “Best Overall Cruise Ship”
by the readers of Travel Weekly. Norwegian Cruise Line is the
official cruise line of Blue Man Group, appearing for the first time at
sea on Norwegian Epic, as well as the official cruise line of Legends in
Concert, Second City® Comedy Troupe, Howl
at the Moon Dueling Pianos, and Nickelodeon, the number-one
entertainment brand for kids. Cirque Dreams™ & Dinner is also
featured on board Norwegian Epic as the first show of its kind at sea
under a big top.
High resolution, downloadable images are available at
www.ncl.com/pressroom. For further information on Norwegian Cruise Line, visit
www.ncl.com, follow us on Facebook and Twitter, watch us on YouTube, or contact us in the U.S. and Canada at 888-NCL-CRUISE
(625-2784).
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