Shipyard De Hoop published a video depicting the launch of Celebrity Cruises’ new expedition cruise vessel ‘Celebrity Flora’. The ship was launched in Lobith-Tolkamer, the Netherlands and is set to make its first sailing on May 26, 2019.
‘Celebrity Flora’ will go to Rotterdam in a few weeks, in order to undergo the final works, which include the construction on the upper deck. When this is completed, the vessel will be delivered in May 2019.
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The cruise ship is specifically designed for the Galapagos Islands and will sail from Baltra all year-round, from May 26, 2019.
According to Celebrity Cruises, the ship will be able to offer a 15% reduction of fuel consumption, as well as less air emissions, as it will feature an advanced propulsion system, hull configuration and special diesel engines.
