Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has officially taken delivery of the 21st ship in its fleet–Norwegian Luna. Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri delivered the Prima Plus Class ship during a ceremony in Marghera, Italy.
Norwegian Luna is the second ship in the Prima Plus Class and weighs in at 156,000 gross tons. She will accommodate 3,565 passengers in 1,809 staterooms at double occupancy. She offers a variety of dining venues, bars and lounges, more experiences, immersive entertainment and lots of flexibility.
Luigi Matarazzo, General Manager of Fincantieri’s Merchant Ships Division, stated, “We are proud to deliver Norwegian Luna, a ship that truly reflects our ability to interpret and anticipate the evolution of the global cruise industry. This milestone further strengthens the long-standing collaboration between Fincantieri and NCL, built on a shared commitment to innovation. The Prima Plus Class sets a new benchmark for the industry, thanks to cutting-edge design solutions and a level of construction excellence showcased by our Marghera shipyard. Every vessel we build is the result of collective expertise, passion and advanced technology – elements that enable us to shape the future of cruising.”
Norwegian Luna was designed with every traveler in mind. Families will enjoy the Aqua Slidecoaster, the all-new Luna Midway, the Moon Climber, The Luna Game Zone, and a Glow Court which transforms into a club at night. Adults will want to relax in the Mandra Spa or escape to the adults-only Vibe Beach Club.
“We are thrilled to welcome Norwegian Luna to our fleet and to welcome our first guests aboard next week,” said Marc Kazlauskas, president of Norwegian Cruise Line. “As our newest ship, Norwegian Luna is a powerful reflection of NCL’s ‘It’s Different Out Here’ brand ethos. She delivers freedom, flexibility and thoughtfully curated experiences, allowing guests to enjoy their vacation exactly how they want, with ease. This ship represents the continued evolution of our vision and the incredible work behind an award-winning class of ships. We are deeply appreciative of the world-class architects and designers, as well as our talented partners at Fincantieri who brought Norwegian Luna to life. We’re proud to continue this strong partnership as we look ahead to building more exceptional NCL vessels together over the next decade.”
Norwegian Luna is expected to debut new entertainment productions, and diverse dining options including the main dining room, The Indulge Food Hall. and specialty restaurants. She will also offer a variety of staterooms to accommodate everyone from the solo traveler, to couples and families as well as The Haven–NCL’s exclusive ship-within-a-ship concept.
Norwegian Luna will sail a 14-day transatlantic voyage from Rome, Italy to Miami where she will make her grand debut. She will arrive at the Cruise Capital of the World on March 23, 2026 where she will be officially christened on March 27, 2026.