Star Princess Joins Princess Cruises Fleet
Princess Takes Delivery of Star Princess
Princess Cruises celebrated the official delivery of Star Princess, the second Sphere-Class ship in their fleet, at a grand handover ceremony at the Fincantieri Shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy. This marks the 17th ship in the cruise line’s dynamic lineup of vessels sailing worldwide.
The handover ceremony was attended by key figures including Gus Antorcha, President of Princess Cruises; Captain Gennaro Arma; Pierroberto Folgiero, CEO of Fincantieri, and local government officials. The event signifies the official transfer of Star Princess from Fincantieri to Princess Cruises, marking the completion of construction and the beginning of final preparations ahead of her inaugural sailings.
“Today is a proud moment for Princess as we welcome the new Star Princess to our incredible fleet,” said Gus Antorcha. “This remarkable vessel is a testament to the innovation and craftsmanship of our long-standing partners at Fincantieri.”
Star Princess Highlights
Passenger capacity: 4,300 guests
Crew: 1,600 onboard preparing for first guests
Tonnage: 177,800 tons
Dining & entertainment: 30 distinct venues including The Dome, The Arena, The Piazza, and Spellbound by Magic Castle™
Exclusive spaces: The Sanctuary Collection – adults-only pool deck, private restaurant, and curated amenities
The ship features over 1,500 balconystaterooms offering panoramic ocean views and a range of elevated experiences unique to Star Princess and sister ship Sun Princess. Guests can enjoy curated entertainment, relaxation, and immersive spaces designed for modern luxury cruising.
Upcoming Voyages:
Mediterranean Inaugural Cruise: Roundtrip from Barcelona, departing October 4, 2025 (11 days)
Caribbean Season: From Ft. Lauderdale starting November 7, 2025
Alaska Season: Via Panama Canal, offering spectacular westbound adventures
Bookings are now open at Princess Cruises – Star Princess.
Experience the luxury of Star Princess, the next generation of Sphere-Class cruising, where panoramic ocean views, curated entertainment, and exclusive spaces set a new standard for life at sea.
Photo Credit: Princess Cruises
Caption: Gus Antorcha, President of Princess Cruises; Star Princess Captain Gennaro Arma; Pierroberto Folgiero, CEO and Managing Director Fincantieri; Biagio Mazzotta, President and Chairman of Fincantieri, along with key Fincantieri executives and local government officials