Where do they build cruise ships in Italy?


Where do they build cruise ships in Italy?

Cruise and ferry
  • Monfalcone shipyards (located at Monfalcone, Gorizia)
  • Marghera shipyards (located at Marghera, Venice)
  • Ancona shipyards (located at Ancona)
  • Sestri Ponente shipyards (located at Genova)
  • VARD Søviknes Shipyard.


Where are cruise ships built in Europe?

Within Europe, the main shipyards for cruise vessels are located in Italy, Germany, France, and Finland. Fincantieri is the largest cruise ship builder worldwide, providing vessels for some major cruise lines such as MSC Cruises and Costa Cruises.


Where do cruise ships get all their water?

Shipboard potable water (drinking, bathing, whirlpools, etc.) either comes from a shoreside water treatment plant or is generated on board from seawater via Reverse Osmosis systems or Evaporators.


How long does it take to build a cruise ship from start to finish?

Regardless of the overall size, the general time to construct most cruise ships will depend on the experience of those building them. Building a cruise ship typically takes between 12 and 18 months. Construction begins with the laying of the keel and is completed upon launch.