August 14th was an exciting day at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany, as Royal Caribbean International celebrated the official start of construction on its new Quantum Ultra class ship with the first steel cutting ceremony.
The latest engineering marvel in the innovative cruise line's fleet will be officially named Spectrum of the Seas. Set to launch in 2019, Spectrum will be the next evolution of the innovative, high-tech Quantum-class cruise line, placing this ship in a class of its own. The revolutionary Quantum Ultra vessel will be designed specifically for passengers traveling to China and the Asia-Pacific region, and will feature cutting-edge and unprecedented experiences and amenities.
“This is a very special day in the development of our newest Quantum Ultra cruise ship, Spectrum of the Seas. We are now one step closer to delighting our guests in Asia Pacific with this stunning ship,” said Michael Bayley, President and CEO of Royal Caribbean International. “Spectrum will represent another great leap forward in ship design and the creation of experiences for our guests, providing them with ample opportunities to create unforgettable memories.”.
