Regent Seven Seas Cruises‘ first new class of ship in 10 years, Seven Seas Prestige, touched water for the first time at Fincantieri’s shipyard in Marghera, Italy on 27 November.
During a float-out ceremony, Fincantieri’s Brunetta Casara served as Madrina, performing the traditional shattering of the champagne bottle against the hull, and cutting the ceremonial ribbon following a prayer by the shipyard chaplain. The dry dock was then flooded, officially completing the milestone moment.
Marco Spiga, Senior Director, Project Manager, Regent Seven Seas Cruises, addressed attendees and expressed gratitude to Fincantieri for their continued partnership and collaboration in bringing Seven Seas Prestige to life.
“Seven Seas Prestige touching water for the first time marks an extraordinary moment for Regent Seven Seas Cruises, representing the culmination of years of planning and collaboration with our long-standing partners at Fincantieri,” said Jason Montague, Chief Luxury Officer for Regent Seven Seas Cruises.
“The overwhelming response to this vessel affirms that discerning travellers recognise something truly exceptional is on the horizon; emphasised by the ship’s launch day which became our biggest single booking day for a new ship in our history.
“From the unprecedented Skyview Regent Suite to every thoughtfully designed detail, Seven Seas Prestige embodies our dedication to redefining ultra-luxury travel,” Montague added.
The next generation ship will now move to the outfitting pier for its final construction stages, where the designers will fit the lavish suites, lounges and restaurants that will define the unrivalled experience aboard Seven Seas Prestige.
Set to debut in December 2026 as Regent’s seventh ship and the first of three new Prestige-class ships, Seven Seas Prestige is the highly anticipated addition to The World’s Most Luxurious Fleet®. A second Prestige-class ship has been confirmed for 2030 and a third (confirmed last month) in 2033.
At 76,550 tons and accommodating just 822 guests with 630 dedicated crew members, Seven Seas Prestige will offer one of the highest crew-to-guest ratios in the cruise industry – 40% larger than previous Regent ships.
Seven Seas Prestige will embark on 13 extraordinary voyages across Europe and the Caribbean, including two transatlantic crossings. These carefully curated itineraries, ranging from 10 to 15 nights, will showcase exceptional destinations and immersive experiences – from Regent’s private island paradise, Harvest Caye, Belize, to two transits of the Panama Canal, and overnight stays in culturally rich cities including London, England; Lisbon, Portugal; and Bordeaux, France.
