Italian shipbuilding group Fincantieri has completed the parallel modernization of two cruise ships for Crystal Cruises. Crystal Serenity rejoined the fleet on July 20; the second, Crystal Symphony, was delivered recently.

• The contract was finalized in December 2022, and the works lasted for about five months.
• The hotel part of the ships was upgraded, including both public areas and suites and guest rooms.
• More than 100 new suites and guest rooms were installed, which were two, three and sometimes four times the size of the previous 230.
• Another 100 rooms were completely modernized, without changing their size.
• The ships’ casinos were removed to make room for new lounges.
• Aspects related to environmental sustainability have also been upgraded.
• The hulls were treated with ecosilicone paints, which reduce friction and fuel consumption.
• Pierroberto Folgiero, CEO of Fincantieri, said that this is one of the most important orders managed at their Arsenale Triestino San Marco.
• He also said that this project consolidates Fincantieri Services’ leadership in the refitting and refurbishment sector globally.
• Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony have a length of nearly 240 meters, a gross tonnage of about 51,000 tons, and a maximum capacity that now stands at about 740 and 606 passengers respectively.

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