Royal Caribbean Signs Order For Sixth Edge Series Ship

Royal Caribbean Group has inked a deal with Chantiers de l’Atlantique to commission a sixth Edge Series ship for Celebrity Cruises. Scheduled for delivery in 2028, this new vessel, aptly named Edge 6 or ‘Xcel 2’, will be a sister ship to the upcoming Celebrity Xcel, set to grace the seas in November 2024.

The Edge Series, which commenced with Celebrity Edge in 2018, comprises Celebrity Ascent, Celebrity Beyond, Celebrity Apex, and the highly anticipated Celebrity Xcel. These innovative ships boast unique features such as the Magic Carpet® floating platform and Infinite Veranda® staterooms, which seamlessly blend the ship with the shore.

This acquisition further bolsters Royal Caribbean Group’s growing newbuild pipeline, which currently stands at eight ships. In 2024, the company will welcome two additional vessels to its fleet: Royal Caribbean International’s Star of the Seas and the Celebrity Xcel. Notably, the agreement is contingent upon customary conditions, including the necessary financing.