Princess Cruises has announced that its second Sphere-Class ship, Star Princess, which is being built by Fincantieri, has successfully completed its sea trials. The ship is on track to welcome its first guests on October 4, 2025, sailing the Mediterranean from Barcelona.
During the final sea trials from August 9–12, Star Princess departed the Fincantieri Shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy, for the Adriatic Sea, where the vessel completed a series of tests, including steering, navigation systems and propulsion. As the second ship in the Princess fleet powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG), Star Princess represents a significant step forward in reducing emissions. To optimize both power efficiency and maneuverability, the vessel is fitted with two Azipod propulsion units, providing 360-degree thrust for both forward and reverse movement, along with four large controllable pitch bow thrusters, enabling precise lateral maneuvering.
Star Princess Captain Gennaro Arma, a 27-year veteran with Princess Cruises and leader of the Sphere-Class new-build site team, oversaw the sea trials. He heads a team of 1,600 crew members as the ship enters its final phase of outfitting.
Currently under final construction at Fincantieri, the 177,800-ton, 4,300-guest Star Princess—sister to the Sun Princess—will feature 30 dining and bar venues, elevated entertainment offerings and luxurious accommodations, including Sanctuary Collection suites, mini-suites and balcony rooms. The ship features more than 1,500 balcony staterooms offering panoramic ocean views. Standout venues include The Dome, a next-generation relaxation and entertainment space; The Arena, Princess’ most technologically advanced theater yet; The Piazza, the architectural centerpiece of the ship with its dramatic curves, floor-to-ceiling windows and sweeping ocean vistas; and Spellbound by Magic Castle, the captivating speakeasy experience born from a collaboration with the Hollywood icon, The Magic Castle.
Star Princess will debut with an inaugural season featuring sailings to the Mediterranean, Caribbean, Panama Canal and Alaska. Voyages are on sale now.
For more information and bookings, call 1-800-774-6237 or visit www.princess.com.
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