Fincantieri to build two new cruise ships for AIDA Cruises

Fincantieri is delighted to announce that it has signed an agreement with Carnival Corporation & plc for the design and construction of two new cruise ships for AIDA Cruises, the leading brand in the German-speaking cruise market (pictured: AIDAprima).

This agreement marks the first time Fincantieri will build ships for AIDA Cruises, further strengthening the company’s longstanding collaboration with Carnival Corporation. The two vessels are scheduled for delivery in early 2030 and late 2031.

Each ship will feature approximately 2,100 passenger cabins and will be equipped with advanced multi-fuel engines capable of operating on LNG, biodiesel and next-generation sustainable fuels, supporting shared goals for a more sustainable and decarbonised cruise industry.

The value of the agreement is considered “very important” by Fincantieri - a designation typically reserved for contracts exceeding €2 billion. With 75 cruise ships already delivered to Carnival Corporation across its portfolio of brands, this new project represents a natural evolution of the strong partnership between the two companies.

Pierroberto Folgiero, CEO and General Manager of Fincantieri, commented: "We are honoured that our long-standing partner Carnival Corporation has selected Fincantieri to build ships for AIDA Cruises for the first time in our history. This milestone confirms our ability to serve the entire Carnival Corporation portfolio, while ensuring long-term visibility for our shipyards.

“These new ships will embody the most advanced technologies for sustainability and efficiency, further strengthening Fincantieri's and Carnival Corporation's roles as leaders in cruise industry innovation."