Innovation Technology - Meyer Werft

Innovation 

Technology 

& 

S H I P b u I l d I n G I n Pa P E n b u R G

2 

EdITORIal 

Shipbuilding precision 

Made in Papenburg 

This brochure aims to provide an overview of shipbuilding 

“Made in Papenburg“. You will see that 

shipbuilding is very exciting. MEYER WERFT combines 

high technology with productivity and environmentally 

friendly production. The combination of great willingness 

to innovate with highly motivated employees 

makes MEYER WERFT successful. In our shipyard cruise 

vessels, ferries, LNG tanker and other sophisticated 

ships are built to the highest technical demands for 

customers all over the world. 

If you want to learn more about the fascinating world of 

modern shipbuilding enjoy reading this small brochure 

or simply come and see us. Our modern Visitor Centre 

will answer all your questions. 

Yours Bernard Meyer 

Quality 

. . . is created here in two of the largest covered 

construction halls in the world. 

under cover of these halls and in the most upto-date 

workshops, large-scale technical projects 

such as the construction of cruise ships are 

carried out using the most efficient production 

methods.

Topic overview 

... everything about the shipyard 

4-7 

18-21 

34-39 

56-61 

8-14 

Shipyard History Shipyard Facilities 

& the Environment 

Shipbuilding 

Technology 

Norwegian 

Cruise Line 

22-25 

Disney 

Cruise Line 

40-43 

AIDA 

Cruises 

62-65 

15-17 

Expertise & 

Know-How 

26-33 

RCI & 

Celebrity Cruises 

44-55 

More 

Passenger Ships 

66-71 

Other Ship Types River Cruise Ships Visitor Centre & 

About Papenburg 

CONTENTS 

3

4 

SHIPYARD HISTORY 

MEYER WERFT 

was founded in 1795 

After the years of wooden shipbuilding, the company demonstrated pioneering 

spirit which formed the basis for the continual development of the shipyard. The 

company began to build iron ships with steam engines in 1872. 

Papenburg had around 20 shipyards in 1860 – only MEYER WERFT survived into 

the 21st century. Up to 400 seaworthy ships were 

registered in Papenburg in the 19th century. 

In between the two World Wars, the shipyard mainly built trawlers, pilot vessels 

and lightships as well as passenger ships for coastal travel. In 1960, the company 

began gas tanker construction and in 1964 Papenburg's first Ro-Ro ferry, the 

MALMÖ, was delivered. 

Over the past decades, MEYER WERFT has acquired an excellent international 

reputation through the construction of car and passenger ferries, Ro-Ro and 

passenger ships, gas tankers and luxurious cruise ships in particular.

Family business 

for seven generations 

The company has been owned by the Meyer family for seven generations. Bernard 

Meyer has been leading the company since 1982. In May 2012 Dr. Jan Meyer was 

appointed Managing Partner. 

Willm Rolf Meyer 

1795–1841 

Bernhard Meyer 

1920–1924 

Joseph-Franz Meyer 

1941–1998 

Franz Wilhelm Meyer 

1841–1876 

Franz Joseph Meyer 

1920–1951 

Bernard Meyer 

from 1982 

Joseph Lambert Meyer 

1872–1920 

Godfried Meyer 

1951–1977 

Jan Meyer 

from 2012 


5

6 


From paddle steamers 

to the first passenger ship 

The first passenger ship 

of the shipyard: The Triton 

paddle steamer, year of 

construction 1874. 

The freight and passenger steamer Graf 

Goetzen, year of construction 1914. This 

MEYER WERFT ship gained worldwide fame 

in the Hollywood film African Queen. The 

ship was broken down into parts after being 

completed and was taken to the African 

Lake Tanganyika where it was put together 

again under the supervision of MEYER WERFT 

engineers. The ship is still in use under the 

name of Liemba after almost 100 years. 

The Elbe 1 lightship was 

completed under the 

toughest conditions, shortly 

before the end of World 

War II. Today the museum 

ship can be admired in 

Cuxhaven. 

The Mauritius was delivered 

in 1955. The ship transported 

both freight and 

passengers. The Mauritius 

was a reference ship for 

new international markets, 

e.g. Indonesia. 

One of the Frisia ships, 

which were built by MEYER 

WERFT for the ferry link to 

the East Frisian Islands.

Ships which made history 

right from the start . . . 


The first MEYER WERFT cruise ship. In 

1985 the shipyard successfully entered 

the field of cruise ship building with 

the Homeric for the shipping company 

Home Lines. Never before had a ship of 

this size been launched sideways. 

The government steamboat Herzogin 

Elisabeth from 1902. 

7

8 

SHIPYARD FACILITIES 

Europe’s most advanced shipyard 

Meyer Werft 

MEYER WERFT was the first compact shipyard in Europe and is one of the most 

advanced shipyards in the world. The two construction halls together with the 

modern production facilities and the concept of short distances make the shipyard 

so successful. Short distances – this applies in terms of organization with swift 

decision-making procedures and in physical terms of distance in the yard itself. 

The second construction hall was extended by 120 metres in 2008 so that the 

yard can continue to build ever larger ships. 

Just in Time 

Computerized logistics minimize storage space and reduce operating costs. The 

TESS material flow system works with bluetooth technology to control all material 

flow in the yard. Each component is in the right place, with the right person, 

at the right time. This guarantees shortest transport distances, minimum empty 

runs and precise just-in-time supply. 

For decades, MEYER WERFT has been a pioneer for operational environmental 

protection in shipbuilding. Emission reductions, a sophisticated environment 

management system and the avoidance of pollution are a matter of course for 

the shipyard.

Sketch of the shipyard premises 

The shipyard premises 


Cross section of the construction dock 

9

10 


The largest laser centre in Europe 


With the MEYER WERFT Laserzentrum, the shipyard has established the 

largest laser centre in Europe. Six large laser facilities with a capacity of 

12kW each constitute the centrepiece of the new steel construction centre. 

Laser welding has been used at MEYER WERFT since 1994. 

MEYER WERFT developed a special process, the 

so-called “laser-hybrid” welding. The benefits of 

using a laser in steel construction are higher speed, 

less warping due to limited exposure to heat, 

improved strength and the associated considerably 

lower costs in comparison to traditional welding 

techniques.

The new pipe centre 

of Meyer Werft 

Automatic bending and flanging machines provide high levels of efficiency 

250 km of pipes and numerous technical facilities 

cater for supply and disposal on board 


11 

With numerous investments in new 

machines and facilities as well as a 

comprehensive new organisation, the 

modern pipe centre was commissioned 

at the start of 2012. 

By strengthening these peripheral 

units as highly technical, sophisticated 

stand-alone plants, competitiveness 

has significantly improved. 

The computer-operated pipe store

12 


Shipbuilding in its most effective manner 


The 600 and 800 tonne cranes enable a high degree of flexibility in the 

preliminary installation of the blocks. The blocks are built and pre-fitted right 

next to the construction dock, then they are moved to the dock with the 

crane and welded to the ship. 

Cutting Edge Technology and Advances 

Shipbuilding in Papenburg operates according to the “building block principle”. 

Sections are made from steel sheets and blocks are made from sections. 

Approximately 70 blocks, weighing up to 800 tonnes, make up a ship. The 

technical equipment is also pre-assembled wherever possible before it is 

added to the ship. Thanks to the modular design made up of individual, premanufactured 

blocks, the ship can be built within a short time.

Transportation of a block with two flat-bed trailers 

58 

52 

62 

61 59 

50 

42 

65 

60 

56 

48 

39 

57 

54 

46 

37 

55 

51 

44 

33 

66 

53 

47 

41 

40 

32 

29 28 

Block plan: Breakdown of a large cruise ship into different steel blocks of up to 800 tonnes 

49 

43 

35 

31 

27 

45 

36 

34 

30 

26 

39 

24 

22 

20 

18 

25 

23 

21 

19 

17 

11 

07 

04 

02 

01 

67 

14 

10 

06 

03 


16 

13 

09 

05 

Block 

Pre-fitted section 

Panel (deck) 

Steel sheet and profiles 

The Edge in Quality 

The automated panel route is the 

centrepiece of the steel construction. 

In the stage preliminary to the block 

building, the tailored steel sheets are 

processed into sections with profiles, 

beams and side walls. Around eight 

to ten sections make up one block. 

The high tolerance of manufacture is 

essential. 

15 

12 

08 

64 

63 

13

14 

ENVIRONMENT 

Environmental management 


MEYER WERFT is committed to protecting the environment. Consistent 

environmental management is one of the business priorities and a key factor 

for sustainable development. Using resources in a considerate manner is not 

only beneficial to the environment but also reduces costs. In order to maintain 

and improve the high corporate environmental standards, the shipyard holds 

a continuously open dialogue with its employees, suppliers, customers and 

research institutes. 

Cooperation at all levels is an essential component for a successful environmental 

protection policy. Through effective environmental management monitoring, the 

company is engaged in a continual improvement process. 

Effective environmental protection and sustainable development can take place 

when living, working and business conditions are not only economically, but also 

ecologically and socially just. 

❑ You can find further information in the Sustainability Report of MEYER WERFT 

❑ www.meyerwerft.de –> responsibility 

In order to operate in Alaska, very strict exhaust emission 

regulations must be adhered to.

MEYER WERFT in Papenburg 2012 

Expertise 

& know-how from experience 

ExPERTISE & KNOW-HOW 

15 

People are the heart and the soul of 

a company. This is particularly true of 

MEYER WERFT – a family company with 

a tradition in management as well as 

with the employees. The group employs 

approx. 2,500 employees in Papenburg 

and more than 400 in Rostock- 

Warnemünde. 

Shipbuilding means carrying out largescale 

projects which are technically and 

logistically demanding. Computer-assisted 

technologies for the design (CAD), 

planning, construction and manufacturing 

(PLM) of the ship are used in all 

working areas of the shipyard.

16 


Engineering service 


3D drawings help to optimise dimensions and effectively coordinate team work. 

Shipbuilding is a modern industry which unites all new technologies such as 

satellite communications, multimedia, the latest stage technology as well as 

supply and disposal techniques in one product. Shipyards therefore need 

qualified employees. The continual improvement process improves productivity 

constantly. 

Quality takes utmost priority. Qualified and 

experienced laboratory staff use imaging procedues 

such as x-rays to inspect welds. 

The shipyard ensures the highest quality in 

shipbuilding following a set procedure and 

using the latest technology. 

In the laboratory

Training and development 

Investing in the future 


17 

Training is an investment in employees 

and the future. At the moment, 

MEYER WERFT trains approx. 270 young 

people in 11 different vocations on a 

yearly basis. In addition the shipyard 

provides constant training and 

development for employees in order 

to guarantee their top position in the 

long term. 

MEYER WERFT employs 350 highly 

qualified engineers and technicians. 

The design offices for “Shipbuilding”, 

“Mechanical Engineering” and 

“Accommodation” are responsible for 

developing the design, calculations 

for stability and strength and technical 

drawings. Nearly every ship is unique in 

its way. “Research & Development” and 

“Sales & Design” are already busy today 

in designing the ships for tomorrow, 

alongside novel production methods 

and innovations.

18 

SHIPBUILDING TECHNOLOGY 

Computer-assisted technologies 

continuous development 

Specialist shipbuilding, in particular the construction of large passenger and 

cruise ships is very demanding both technically and logistically. Computerassisted 

technologies for the design, planning, construction and manufacturing 

of these ships are integrated in all areas of the shipyard. Shipbuilding in 

Papenburg is a cutting edge industry. Floating hotels with every on-board facility 

are built here. 

In cooperation with the aviation industry, MEYER WERFT broke new ground 

even back in the 80’s: today, the adaption and use of the CATIA computer 

software has enabled new methods for producing 3D drawings to optimise 

ship design. This equipment is constantly being further developed for the 

requirements of shipbuilding with business partners Dassault and IBM.

Computer graphics from the heart of a ship 

3D view of a swimming pool . . . and an outside cabin 


3D view of the main engine 

CAD drawing to plan out pipelines and cable trays 

Simulation in the Virtual Reality room 

19

20 


Cruise shipbuilding 


In the mid-80‘s, the shipyard started cruise shipbuilding with the Homeric. By 

2016, nearly 40 luxury liners between 40,000 and approx. 170,000 gt will have 

been built in Papenburg. 

The Keel Laying – old traditions are still observed in shipbuilding despite the 

latest technology: a “lucky penny” was always placed under the new keel before 

the work started. Today it is a “lucky cent” and the tradition continues. 

When the ship floats out it is in its new element. 

The final touches are made to the interior in the 

fitting-out quay. 

The river conveyance of a cruise liner from 

Papenburg to the North Sea is always a really 

spectacular occasion for spectators and the media 

alike. Often more than 100,000 people gather to 

witness the event. In the early ‘90s, the depth of 

the river Ems had to be adapted to the constantly 

growing size of the ships built in Papenburg. 

During the laying of the keel, the lucky penny is placed underneath 

the first steel block

*Gross tonnage 

= approx. 3.25 m 3 

References 

40 cruise ships 

Name Shipping company gt* Year 

Norwegian N.N. Norwegian Cruise Line 163,000 2015 

Anthem of the Seas Royal Caribbean 166,500 2015 

Quantum of teh Seas Royal Caribbean 166,500 2014 

Norwegian Breakaway Norwegian Cruise Line 144,000 2014 

Norwegian Getaway Norwegian Cruise Line 144,000 2013 

Disney Fantasy Disney Cruise Line 130,000 2012 

Disney Dream Disney Cruise Line 130,000 2011 

Celebrity Reflection Celebrity Cruises 126,000 2012 

Celebrity Silhouette Celebrity Cruises 122,000 2011 

Celebrity Eclipse Celebrity Cruises 122,000 2010 

Celebrity Equinox Celebrity Cruises 122,000 2009 

Celebrity Solstice Celebrity Cruises 122,000 2008 

AIDAstella AIDA Cruises 71,300 2013 

AIDAmar AIDA Cruises 71,300 2012 

AIDAsol AIDA Cruises 71,300 2011 

AIDAblu AIDA Cruises 71,100 2010 

AIDAluna AIDA Cruises 69,200 2009 

AIDAbella AIDA Cruises 69,200 2008 

AIDAdiva AIDA Cruises 69,200 2007 

Norwegian Gem Star Cruises/NCL 93,500 2007 

Norwegian Pearl Star Cruises/NCL 93,500 2006 

Pride of Hawaii Star Cruises/NCL 93,500 2006 

Norwegian Jewel Star Cruises/NCL 93,500 2005 

Jewel of the Seas Royal Caribbean 90,090 2004 

Serenade of the Seas Royal Caribbean 90,090 2003 

Brilliance of the Seas Royal Caribbean 90,090 2002 

Radiance of the Seas Royal Caribbean 90,090 2001 

Norwegian Dawn Star Cruises/NCL 92,000 2002 

Norwegian Star Star Cruises/NCL 92,000 2001 

SuperStar Virgo Star Cruises 76,800 1999 

SuperStar Leo Star Cruises 76,800 1998 

Aurora P&O Cruises 76,000 2000 

Oriana P&O Cruises 69,000 1995 

Mercury Celebrity Cruises 77,700 1997 

Galaxy Celebrity Cruises 77,700 1996 

Century Celebrity Cruises 71,000 1995 

Zenith Celebrity Cruises 47,300 1992 

Horizon Celebrity Cruises 46,800 1990 

Crown Odyssey Royal Cruise Line 34,200 1988 

Westerdam Holland America Line 54,000 1990 

Homeric Home Lines Inc. 42,000 1986 


Float out of AIDAblu 

River conveyance of Celebrity Solstice 

21 

On the sea trail – the new ship and its 

various systems are tested out. From the 

top speed to the “braking distance” and 

various nautical tests, the ship undergoes 

extensive testing. Only when all the 

systems are working smoothly and all 

international requirements have been met 

is the ship handed over to the ship owner. 

The handing-over of the ship – after 

two years of building, many detail 

optimisations as well as the sea trails, 

the ship is handed over to its new owner. 

Even a few weeks before delivery, the 

first crew members come on board in 

order to familiarise themselves with the 

new ship.

22 

DISNEY CRUISE LINE 

Disney in Papenburg 

DIsney cruIse lIne 

In April 2007 MEYER WERFT succeeded in welcoming the American cruise 

ship company Disney Cruise Line as a new customer. 

Contracts were signed for two 130,000 gt new builds. These ships were 

delivered to the cruise company in 2010 and 2012. 

In the cruise sector, Disney Cruise Line 

concentrates on a market segment tailored 

specifically to families. 

The Disney ships have something to offer for 

the whole family, from a music theatre to 

luxurious spa offers for adults as well as a whole 

deck for kids. 

❑ www.disneycruise.disney.go.com 

The guests can expect many first class restaurants on board

The Enchanted Garden restaurant 

On the top deck of the Disney Dream 

The atrium of the ship 

CRUISE SHIPS 

The Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy 

offer cruise experiences for the whole 

family. 

The special flair of a Disney resort is 

combined with the latest media and 

entertainment technology on board 

a ship. 

23

24 

DISNEY CRUISE LINE 

Disney Cruise Line 


With its fleet and its own island Castaway Cay, Disney Cruise Line offers 

a special cruise experience for fans of Mickey Mouse & Co., young or old. 

The new generation of the DCL fleet stands out through amazingly spacious 

cabins, innovative theatre and stage technology as well as the most up-todate 

and environmentally-friendly ship technology. 

The sun deck offers a spectacular view 

The Aqua Duck wild water flume on board

The theatre with innovative stage technology 

Comfortable cabins Inside cabins with a “virtual porthole” 

Disney Fantasy 

Disney Dream 

CRUISE SHIPS 

25 

Technical data: 

Overall length: 339.80 m 

Moulded breadth: 37.00 m 

Size: 130,000 gt 

Engine output: 76,800 kW 

Speed: 23.5 kn 

Draught: 8.3 m 

Outside cabins: 1,102 

Inside cabins: 148 

Cabins: 1,250 

Max. passengers: 4,000

26 

ROYAL CARIBBEAN 

New projects from 

royal carIbbean InternatIonal 

In February 2011 and 2012, the orders for this new 

class of ship with the project name “Sunshine” were 

firmly booked. 

An innovative but RCI typical design with lots of special 

technical features and innovations makes the Sunshine 

class a first on the cruise market. 

Approximately 250 technicians and engineers are 

currently working on developing and constructing 

the project in detail. The construction of the first 

ship will begin in 2013. The ships will be completed 

in 2014 and 2015. 

❑ www.royalcaribbean.de 

Team meeting 

The core team for the construction of the Sunshine ships is 

working flat out with the shipping company and other partners. 

New technical systems such as exhaust gas cleaning systems 

(scrubber) and special solutions in terms of energy efficiency 

will characterise these ships. 

Anthem of the Seas 

Quantum of the Seas 


Overall length: 348 m 

Moulded breadth: 41 m 

Size: 166,500 gt 



Anthem of the Seas 

Quantum of the Seas 

new class of ship 2014 | 2015 

Towing test: During the towing test, the shape and hydrodynamics of the ship which were developed 

on the computer are tested and optimised 

“Sunshine will break new 

ground in terms of its 

hull shape and overall 

hydrodynamics. The design 

guarantees very low fuel 

consumption and ensures 

that the latest safety 

regulations are adhered to.” 

Henning Luhmann, 

Technical Design Manager 

CRUISE SHIPS 

27 

“With both Sunshine class ships, we will once again 

produce a totally new kind of ship in Papenburg. Very 

environmentally friendly and energy efficient – and at 

the same time the ship offers very innovative concepts 

in on-board comfort and entertainment.” 

Uwe Wulff, Project Manager 

“We are currently developing very innovative and 

exciting solutions for the hotel operations and the 

on-board entertainment with Royal Caribbean and 

selected suppliers in order to meet the highest 

passenger requirements.” 

Manfred Bresler, 

Accommodation Department Manager

28 

ROYAL CARIBBEAN 

Radiance class ships 

rccl 

MEYER WERFT has built four cruise liners for the shipping company Royal 

Caribbean so far. The ships offer a once-in-a-lifetime experience in terms of 

the design of the ship as well as the interior. 

They have been awarded various distinctions like “Ship of the Year” and 

honoured with the Environment Certificate. The smooth running of the 

engines are particularly valued by the passengers. 

These ships have a novel propulsion concept with two gas turbines and an 

additional steam turbine to generate power to drive the ship and for hotel 

operations on board. The dramatically reduced exhaust levels of these ships 

for Royal Caribbean make them the first ships to bring shipbuilding a step 

further towards a “Green Ship”. In the “Green Ship” concept every kind of 

environmental pollution is reduced as far as possible.

The spectacular atrium is the heart of the ship 

Jewel of the Seas 

Serenade of the Seas 

Brilliance of the Seas 

Radiance of the Seas 

CRUISE SHIPS 

29 




Size: 90,090 gt 


Speed: 25 kn 

Suites: 26 

Deluxe cabins: 36 

Outside cabins: 234 

Outside cabins with balcony: 521 


Total cabins: 1,055 


30 

CELEBRITY CRUISES 

Celebrity Solstice class 

new generation 

A new generation of ships – with the new Solstice class Post Panmax ships for 

Celebrity Cruises, MEYER WERFT passed the 100,000 gt boundary. 

The five new ships which were completed between 2008 and 2012 fulfil, for 

the first time, the new, stricter stability regulations of the IMO (International 

Maritime Organisation) which have been in force since 2009. 

This class of ship has 1,286 outside cabins, at the time of its construction it was 

more than any other cruise ship in the world. This ship class is also pioneering in 

the energy-saving department. Thanks to the installation of high-tech, efficient 

systems, the overall energy saving amounts to 30% in comparison to other ships. 

Before a shipbuilding contract can be signed, up to 200 designs are developed 

in order to find the optimum design. The Solstice class features real grass as part 

of a club installation called “The Lawn Club” with an area over two thousand 

square metres. 

❑ www.celebritycruises.com

Chill out on the Celebrity Eclipse 

Innovative design and the most modern technology 

The Lawn Club with real grass 

Celebrity Reflection* 

Celebrity Silhoutte 

Celebrity Eclipse 

Celebrity Equinox 

Celebrity Solstice 

CRUISE SHIPS 

31 


Overall length: 315 | *319 m 

Moulded breadth: 36.80 | *37.40 m 

Size: 122,000 | *126,000 gt 


Speed: 24 kn 


Outside cabins: 1,286 | *1,369 

Inside cabins: 140 | *154 

Total cabins: 1,426 | *1,523 

Max. passengers: 3,100 | *3,400

32 

CELEBRITY CRUISES 

The trendsetter of the 90’s 

celebrIty cruIses 

Ships for Celebrity have become bigger and bigger, more and more elaborate 

and more and more beautiful. The yacht-type design, the colourful identification 

marks of the fleet, the funnel and last but not least the stylish interior design, in 

combination with the generous space on offer, were significant guarantees of 

the success of this type of ship. MEYER WERFT supplied Celebrity Cruises with 

the sister ships Horizon and Zenith in 1990 and 1992 respectively. 

These were the first ships of a fleet of grand 

floating hotels for the new cruise brand Celebrity 

Cruises. 

Both Horizon and Zenith were the largest 

passenger ships ever built in Germany at the 

start of the 90’s. 

The Galaxy went on to become part of the “Mein-Schiff” fleet of 

TUI Cruises

The main restaurant 

The pool deck A suite on board 

Zenith | Horizon* 

CRUISE SHIPS 

Mercury | Galaxy | Century* 

33 


Overall length: 264 | *249 m 


Size: 77,700 | *71,000 gt 

Engine output: 39,400 | *37,130 kW 


Penthouse suites: 2 

Royal suites: 10 | *8 

Suites: 38 | *42 

Panorama cabins: 17 

Outside cabins: 575 | *517 


Total cabins: 948 | *889 

Max. passengers: 2,200 | *1,800 




Size: 47,300 | *46,800 gt 



Presidential suites: 2 

Suites: 20 | *18 

Outside cabins: 519 | *513 


Total cabins: 687 | *677 


34 NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE 

Project Breakaway Plus 

norWegIan cruIse lIne 

Norwegian Cruise Line ordered from MEYER WERFT a new cruise vessel, for 

delivery in October 2015, with the option for a second ship for delivery in 

spring 2017. 

The new ship, at 163,000 gross tons and approximately 4,200 passenger 

berths, will be larger than the Company’s Breakaway class ships currently 

under construction at MEYER WERFT and will incorporate many of those vessels’ 

unique design elements and innovations. With the project name “Breakaway 

Plus”, this new vessel will be the largest in Norwegian’s fleet. 

❑ www.ncl.de

© fotolia Philip © fotolia Stephan Sühling 

N.N. 

CRUISE SHIPS 

35 




Size: 163,000 gt 


Speed: 22,5 kn 






36 

NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE 

Project Breakaway 

norWegIan cruIse lIne 

A new generation of freestyle cruising ships for Norwegian Cruise Line is created. 

With the order for building two cruise giants of 144,000 gt, MEYER WERFT can 

continue its long business relationship with Norwegian Cruise Line. 

At the end of October 2010, the contracts for the construction of these ships 

were signed. The two ships will each be 324 metres long, 39 metres wide and 

offer enough space for 4,000 passengers. 

❑ www.ncl.de

Computer animations of the new ship class 

The new cruise vessel will be delivered in spring 2013 

CRUISE SHIPS 

Norwegian Getaway 

Norwegian Breakaway 

37 




Size: 143,800 gt 


Speed: 22,5 kn 






38 

NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE 

Norwegian Cruise Line 

luxury liner for norwegian 

The first new build contracts after September 11th 2001: In September 2003, 

Norwegian Cruise Line made the decision to award the contract for two more 

93,000 gt cruise ships to MEYER WERFT. 

These ships were a further development of the Norwegian Dawn which the 

shipyard built for Norwegian in 2002. 

The new ships with the names Norwegian Jewel 

and Pride of Hawaii were delivered to the cruise 

line in summer 2005 and spring 2006. Then 

followed the Norwegian Pearl in autumn 2006 

and the Norwegian Gem in autumn 2007. The 

ships have an overall length of over 294 metres 

and a width of 32.2 metres. They reach a speed 

of over 25 knots. 

The Pride of Hawaii

A modern and colourful design features dominantly on board 

Generous cabins offer lots of space A variety of restaurants provide culinary diversification 

Norwegian Gem 

Norwegian Pearl 

Pride of Hawaii 

Norwegian Jewel 

Norwegian Dawn 

Norwegian Star 

CRUISE SHIPS 

39 




Size: 93,500 gt 


Speed: 25 kn 


Suites: 42 




Cabins for the handicapped: 27 



Passengers: 2,800 




Size: 92,000 gt 


Speed: 25 kn 


Suites: 34 







Passengers: 2,800

40 

AIDA CRUISES 

Club ships for AIDA 

aIDa cruIses 

MEYER WERFT received its first contracts for ships specifically for the German 

cruise market. Seven club ships of up to 71,000 gt are to be delivered to AIDA 

in total, one every spring; the last one in 2013. 

The design of the ships is tailored exactly to the wishes and needs of the German 

passengers. 

A wide range of restaurants with many different culinary specialities also help to 

create the right holiday feeling. 

AIDA Cruises and MEYER WERFT – a collaboration between two market leaders, 

giving further impetus to the German cruise market. 

❑ www.aida.de

A suite on board the AIDAblu 

A number of restaurants with the a broad variety of culinary offerings, along with bars and cafés ensure the comfort of the passengers 

CRUISE SHIPS 

The first brewery on board a cruise ship 

41 

German is the on-board language of 

the AIDA club ships. 

A relaxed and easy-going atmosphere in 

the restaurants, bars and the other areas 

provides the guest with a casual cruise 

experience.

42 

AIDA CRUISES 

AIDA club ships 


AIDA is the leading cruise brand in Germany. A wide range of interesting 

activities on the ships, an environmentally-friendly overall concept and routes 

to the most beautiful destinations in the world are very popular with the 

German-speaking public on board. 

So far, MEYER WERFT has been contracted to build a fleet of seven ships for 

AIDA. 

Varied and interesting day trips out on land, a spa 

and fitness centre, as well as an extensive pool area 

top off the image of the new ship class for AIDA.

Fitness and spa areas offer variety on board 

Treatment room in the spa 4D cinema on the ship 

Innovative theatre architecture 

AIDAstella 

AIDAmar 

AIDAsol 

AIDAblu 

AIDAluna 

AIDAbella 

AIDAdiva 

CRUISE SHIPS 

43 

Technical data (AIDAdiva) 



Size: 71,300 / 69,200 gt 


Speed: 22 kn 

Suites and 

outside cabins with balcony: 457 


Passengers: 2,500

44 

P&O CRUISES 

Dream ships for the UK 

P&o cruIses 

The Oriana for P&O Cruises (UK), delivered in April 1995, was the first cruise 

liner specially designed for the British market. At a speed of 24 knots, the Oriana 

is among the fastest ships in its class and is used for travelling worldwide. 

In 1997 MEYER WERFT won the contract to build the superliner Aurora from 

P&O Cruises. The ship, which transports 1,878 passengers, is a significantly larger 

development of the Oriana at 76,000 gt with lots of new design and technology 

features. 

The Aurora has a total of 939 cabins and more than 60% of the outside 

cabins have their own balcony. The new superliner was specially designed for 

the growing British cruise market. Laid down in December 1998, the ship was 

delivered in spring 2000. This new dream ship runs at a speed of 24 knots 

with its diesel-electric engine. 

❑ www.pocruises.com

A glimpse into the “Lord‘s Tavern“ 

The “Curzon Room” concert hall 

The penthouse suite on board the Aurora 

Dome made from tiffany glass 

Aurora 

CRUISE SHIPS 

45 




Size: 76,000 gt 


Speed: 24 kn 


Suites: 8 





Total cabins: 939 

Max. passengers: 1,900 

Oriana 




Size: 69,000 gt 


Speed: 24 kn 

Suites: 8 

Luxury suites: 16 

Single cabins: 160 





46 

STAR CRUISES 

Ships for Asia 

star cruIses 

The SuperStar Leo and SuperStar Virgo ships intended for the Asian shipping 

company Star Cruises were delivered in autumn 1998 and summer 1999 

respectively. The 76,800 gt ships with speeds of over 24 knots were specially 

designed for the Asian cruise market. MEYER WERFT is the first shipyard to 

build modern cruise ships for Asia. 

The atrium constitutes the architectural focus point of the SuperStar Leo and 

the SuperStar Virgo. The vast entrance hall stretches across seven floors and 

offers space for the reception, bars and exclusive shops. Various cafés and 

bars offer delicacies for every taste and the spacious rest areas invite guests 

in to “chill out”. 

❑ www.starcruises.com 

The atrium on board the SuperStar Leo 

SuperStar Virgo | SuperStar Leo 




Size: 76,800 gt 


Speed: 24 kn 

Themed suites: 6 

Junior suites: 11 

Standard suites: 162 







The first cruise ships 

HoMe lInes 

The Homeric was built in 1986 for Home Lines and was then remodelled 

and extended by 40 metres to 244 metres in 1990 to become the Westerdam 

for Holland America Line, USA. 

Never before had a cruise ship of this size and this scale been extended. 

Among the most important restructuring and expansion measures were 

additional cabins, the two-level show lounge and larger restaurants. The 

ship still sails as Thomson Dream. 

The Crown Odyssey, delivered in 1989, was one of the most luxurious cruise 

ships of its time for world cruises. Since 2008 the ship sails as Balmoral for 

Fred. Olsen Cruise Line. 

HOME LINES 

Crown Odyssey* | Westerdam 

(ex Homeric) 

47 


Overall length: *187 | 204 m 

Moulded breadth: *28.20 | 29 m 

Size: *34,200 | 42,000 gt 

Engine output: *21,200 | 23,800 kW 

Speed: *22 | 23 kn 

Apartments: *16 | 5 

Suites: *74 | 16 

Outside cabins: *322 | 473 

Inside cabins: *114 | 253 

Total cabins: *526 | 747 

Max. passengers: *1,200 | 1,250

48 

P.T. PELNI 

Successful cooperation 

P.t. PelnI 

The business connection with Indonesia has been in place since as early as the 

50‘s. From 1983 to 2008, MEYER WERFT built what was probably the world‘s 

biggest series of passenger ships for the island state of Indonesia. 

Since then, 24 ships have provided a regular service between the islands, thereby 

contributing significantly to the improvement of the infrastructure of Indonesia. 

In summer 2006, MEYER WERFT won the contract for the construction of 

another passenger ship for Indonesia. Based on the design of the type 2000 ship, 

a new kind of design was developed which factored in the increased transport 

capacities. The new ship, completed in 2008, can transport over 1,500 passengers 

along with almost 100 containers.

The development of a working ferry network is essential for the maritime “continent” of Indonesia 

PASSENGERS SHIPS INDONESIA 

Type 500 was built in Indonesia 

49 

In association with Prof. W. Rutz, 

economic geographer at the University 

of Bochum, MEYER WERFT developed 

a concept for using ships to improve the 

economic infrastructure of the country.

50 

P.T. PELNI 

Modern ships for the Island state 

Indonesia 

Passenger ships for Indonesia: a successful composition of modern equipment 

on the one hand and particularly robust, heavy-duty engineering on the other. 

North America was opened up in the 19th century 

through the construction of the railway line. The 

passenger ships of MEYER WERFT had a similar task 

of strategic importance for the development of the 

Indonesian island world. 

❑ www.pelni.com

The simply appointed cabins and open public spaces contribute to the success of these ships 

PASSENGERS SHIPS INDONESIA 

The mosque on the ship 

Type 2000 

51 


Year Name gt 

2008 Gunung Dempo 14,200 

2004 Labobar 15,100 

2002 Nggapulu 14,800 

2001 Doro Londa 14,800 

1998 Kelud 14,800 

1997 Sinabung 14,800 

1997 Lambelu 14,800 

1996 Bukit Siguntang 14,800 

1993 Dobonsolo 14,800 

1993 Ciremai 14,800 

1988 Tidar 14,800 

1985 Umsini 14,800 

1984 Rinjani 14,800 

1984 Kambuna 14,800 

1983 Kerinci 14,800 

Type 1000 


Year Name gt 

1995 Tilongkabila 6,000 

1994 Bukit Raya 6,000 

1994 Binaiya 6,000 

1994 Leuser 6,000 

1991 Awu 6,000 

1991 Sirimau 6,000 

1990 Tatamailau 6,000 

1986 Lawit 6,000 

1986 Kelimutu 6,000

52 

BRITTANY FERRIES 

Ro-Ro 

brIttany ferrIes 

* ferries for 

In February 2004, the 41,000 gt Pont Aven was completed. The ship is 185 

metres long, 30.9 metres wide and offers space for 2,400 passengers on its 

11 decks as well as 3,500 lane metres for 650 cars. 

The ship reaches a very high speed of 27 knots while being extremely seaworthy 

at the same time. The positive effect of this is noticeable for the passengers and 

the crew when crossing the Bay of Biscaya in particular. 

The pool on board offers relaxation for the passengers. Numerous other facilities 

such as the casino, the cinema, bars and restaurants offer pleasant ways of 

spending time. 

The bow ramp and the car deck of the Pont-Aven are the defining features of 

a functional car ferry. The ship offers the highest level of safety and reliability. 

At the same time, the ship offers countless amenities for passengers. Without 

exaggeration you can think of this as a “cruise ferry”. 

❑ www.brittany-ferries.com 

*ro-ro = roll on / roll off (car ferry)

An indoor pool on board 

The Pont Aven loading ramp 

The atrium of the ship 

Pont Aven 

FERRIES + RO-RO SHIPS 

53 




Size: 41,000 gt 


Speed: 27 kn 

Total amount of passengers: 2,400 


Number of cars: 650 

and lorries: 20 

3,500 lane metres

54 

SILJA LINE 

Silja Europa for the shipping company 

sIlja lIne 

The largest cruise ferry at the time at almost 60,000 gt was delivered by 

MEYER WERFT to the Finnish shipping company Silja Line in 1993. 

The Silja Europa was first put to use between Stockholm and Helsinki and 

now travels between Turku and Stockholm. 

❑ www.silja.fi 

MEYER WERFT began building large car and passenger ferries in the 60’s. Since 

then, over 20 ships of this type have been manufactured, among those are two 

large series predominantly for the Baltic Sea area: 

• 6 ferries for Sweden/Denmark 

• 9 ferries for Viking Line, Sweden/Finland 

MEYER WERFT is also known as a specialist for the construction of ro-ro ships. 

In 1996, the shipyard delivered the first pure ro-ro ship in the world, the Undine. 

The Ambassador and the Diplomat are among very few ships which were built 

under the US flag in Europe.

*Gross tonnage 

= approx. 3.25 m 3 

References 

29 ferries + ro-ro ships 

Name Shipping company gt* Year 

Pont-Aven Brittany Ferries, F 40,000 2004 

Silja Europa OY Silja Line AB, FIN 59,914 1993 

Viking Sally AB Sally, FIN 15,567 1980 

Diana II AB Slite, S 11,672 1979 

Azteca Caminos y Puentes Federales, MEx 6,823 1975 

Puerto Vallarta Caminos y Puentes Federales, MEx 7,005 1974 

Coromuel Caminos y Puentes Federales, MEx 7,235 1973 

Viking 5 AB Sally, FIN 5,280 1974 




Diana AB Slite, S 4,150 1972 

Apollo AB Slite, S 4,240 1970 

Vikingfjord PR. “Nordlandfähre”, D 3,777 1969 

Stella Scarlett AB Svea, S 4,175 1974 

Ursula AB Svea, S 2,370 1973 

Svea Scarlett AB Svea, S 2,958 1971 

Regula AB Svea, S 2,319 1971 

Betula AB Svea, S 2,292 1968 

Hammershus Dampskibsselskabet, DK 2,938 1965 

Bornholmerpilen Dampskibsselskabet, DK 1,999 1963 

Langeland Interessentskabet, DK 907 1965 

Malmö Interessentskabet, DK 498 1964 

Diplomat CCT, USA 13,500 1981 

Ambassador CCT, USA 13,500 1980 

Nestor M.S. Nestor, D 5,121 1979 

Foss Ems M.S. Ems, D 5,401 1978 

Undine Wallenius, D 19,000 1966 

Salom Wallenius, D 19,000 1966 

There is plenty of space and every comfort for passengers and vehicles on board MEyER WERFT ferries 

FERRIES + RO-RO SHIPS 

Silja Europa 

55 




Size: 59,914 gt 



Total amount of passengers: 3,013 


Cars: 400 

or lorries: 50 

950 lane metres

56 

GAS TANKERS 

Gas and chemical tankers 

lng and lPg/leg tankers 

MEYER WERFT has an excellent international reputation in the field of gas and 

chemical tanker construction. The Dutch shipping company Anthony Veder 

engaged MEYER WERFT in January 2011 with the construction of a new LNGtanker. 

This gas tanker for the transportation of liquid natural gas has an overall 

length of 156 meters and a breadth of 22.70 meters as well as a cargo capacity 

of 15,600 m³ LNG, which is cooled during transport down to minus 164° C. 

This modern tanker with the name Coral Energy was equipped with lowemission 

gas propulsion that meets the highest environmental standards. The 

delivery of this ship was in December 2012. The sister corporation NEPTUN 

WERFT in Rostock was incorporated regarding the construction and especially 

for equipping the Coral Energy. 

Between 2007 and 2010 four 17,000 m³ innovative gas tankers were built 

for the Norwegian shipping company Solvang ASA and the German Harpain 

Shipping. 

In 2012, MEyER WERFT delivered the first gas tanker to 

transport liquefied natural gas (LNG).

Tank construction in Warnemünde 

Both vaporised LNG and marine diesel are used as fuel for this type of ship 

GAS TANKERS 

A floating chemical plant which is 

subject to the strictest safety regulations 

LNG Tankers 

57 



Overall width: 22.70 m 

Draught (with full LNG load): 7.35 m 


Cargo capacity: 15,600 m 3

58 

GAS TANKERS 

Innovative gas tankers 

for liquefied gases and chemicals 

56 gas tankers for transporting liquefied gases and chemicals have been 

built at MEYER WERFT since 1961. The shipyard specialised in the construction 

of this kind of ship early on and is still one of the international leaders in the 

construction of LPG / LEG / CO 2 and LNG gas tankers. 

Due to its experience and production facilities, MEYER WERFT can offer gas 

tankers of all kinds and sizes of up to 100,000 m 3 . 

The construction of sophisticated gas tankers is a 

day-to-day business for MEYER WERFT and its sister 

company NEPTUN WERFT. 

Competent experts among our employees and 

qualified suppliers ensure high product quality. 

Different construction phases during tank construction

References 

56 gas tankers 

Name Shipping company Tank cap. m 3 Delivered 

Coral Energy Anthony Veder, NL 15,600 2012 

Gaschem Antarctic Harpain Reederei, D 17,000 2010 

Gaschem Adriatic Harpain Reederei, D 17,000 2010 

Gaschem Pacific Harpain Reederei, D 17,000 2009 

Gaschem Nordsee Harpain Reederei, D 17,000 2009 

Clipper Hermond Solvang ASA, N 17,000 2008 

Clipper Hermes Solvang ASA, N 17,000 2008 

Clipper Helen Solvang ASA, N 17,000 2007 

Clipper Hebe Solvang ASA, N 17,000 2007 

Clipper Harald Solvang ASA, N 12,500 1999 

Clipper Viking Solvang ASA, N 12,500 1998 

Donau F.A. Detjen, D 30,200 1985 

Tycho Brahe F.A. Detjen, D 15,400 1982 

Immanuel Kant B. Schulte, D 15,400 1983 

Salacgriva Sovcomflot, UdSSR 15,000 1991 

Saulkrasti Sovcomflot, UdSSR 15,000 1991 

Skulte Sovcomflot, UdSSR 15,000 1991 

Skriveri Sovcomflot, UdSSR 15,000 1990 

Sloka Sovcomflot, UdSSR 15,000 1990 

Sigulda Sovcomflot, UdSSR 15,000 1989 

Lielupe Latvian Shipping, UdSSR 12,000 1978 

Mayori Latvian Shipping, UdSSR 12,000 1977 

Dubulty Latvian Shipping, UdSSR 12,000 1977 

Dzintari Latvian Shipping, UdSSR 12,000 1976 

Bolduri Latvian Shipping, UdSSR 12,000 1976 

Yurmala Latvian Shipping, UdSSR 12,000 1975 

Gurupi Petrobras, BR 8,100 1987 

Gurupa Petrobras, BR 8,100 1987 

Grajau Petrobras, BR 8,100 1987 

Zetagas Sloman Neptun, D 6,600 1982 

Kurt Illies B. Schulte, D 6,500 1982 

SMB II P.T. PUSRI, Indonesien 5,700 1984 

Hermann Schulte B. Schulte, D 5,700 1980 

Dorothea Schulte B. Schulte, D 5,700 1981 

Gaz Nordsee F.A. Detjen, D 5,700 1982 

Gaz Pacific F.A. Detjen, D 5,700 1981 

Epsilon Gas Sloman Neptun, D 5,700 1977 

Bengghazi Caltram, Algerien 5,600 1978 

Coral Isis Coral Shipping Co., CU 5,600 1976 

Deltagas Sloman Neptun, D 5,500 1974 

Gammagas Sloman Neptun, D 5,200 1972 

Irene Transmarin, D 5,200 1971 

Nicole AB Transmarin, S 3,000 1967 

Kap Roland B. Schulte, D 2,100 1968 

Tine Tholstrup I/S Transkosan, DK 1,600 1968 

Ligur Partederiet, S 1,500 1970 

Libra Rederiet MT “Libra“, S 1,500 1968 

Claude AB Transmarin, S 1,500 1967 

Gaston Micard SigS. Arstad, N 1,400 1964 

Lisbeth Tholstrup I/S Transkosan, DK 923 1963 

Ulla Tholstrup A/S Kosangas, DK 917 1961 

Kirsten Tholstrup I/S Transkosan, DK 907 1961 

Hanne Tholstrup A/S Kosangas, DK 895 1962 

Mary Else Tholstrup I/S Transkosan, DK 628 1965 

Ninja Tholstrup A/S Kosangas, DK 597 1964 

Ann Lise Tholstrup A/S Kosangas, DK 597 1963 

GAS TANKERS 

The Gaschem Antarctic was delivered in 2010 

59

60 

KLTT 

Decades of experience 

livestock carrier conversions 

At the start of the 70‘s, MEYER WERFT began to convert freight ships and 

tankers into animal transporters. Having carried out 27 conversions, the shipyard 

is regarded as one of the market leaders in this field. 

The transportation of live animals on ships is subject to very strict international 

regulations. Countries like Australia in particular have issued strict animal welfare 

requirements for this type of transportation. 

Powerful ventilation systems, special deck coverings and the installation of 

special ramps for the animals guarantee the best animal protection when loading 

and unloading as well as during transportation. 

In April 2000, MEYER WERFT delivered the Al Shuwaikh to the shipping company 

KLTT from Kuwait. The conversion of the ship with a capacity of 80,000 sheep 

was carried out under the leadership of MEYER WERFT in cooperation with its 

sister company NEPTUN WERFT. The final fitting-out of the ship, which included 

the installation of feeding, drinking water and ventilation facilities as well as the 

laying down of a special deck covering, was carried out by MEYER WERFT.

References 

27 livestock carriers 

Delivered Name Shipping company Capacity 

Sheep (cattle) 

2000 Al Shuwaikh KLTT, Kuwait 88,000 

1997 Al Messilah KLTT, Kuwait 80,000 

1989 Cormo Express Vroon B.V., NL 70,000 

1987 Angus Express Vroon B.V., NL (650) 

1985 Benwalid Turkish-Libyan, TR 21,300 

1983 Rabunion xIx Rabunion, Libanon 15,300 

1982 Corriedale Express Vroon B.V., NL 55,000 

1982 Rabunion xVIII Rabunion, Libanon 27,300 

1981 Sahiwal Express Vroon B.V., NL (800) 

1981 Guernsey Express Vroon B.V., NL (1,400) 

1981 Kerry Express Vroon B.V., NL (2,225) 

1980 Al Kuwait (ex Al Shuwaikh) KLTT, Kuwait 125,600 

1980 Avalo Vroon B.V., NL (1,400) 

1979 Rabunion xVII Rabunion, Libanon 16,500 

1978 Rabunion xII Rabunion, Libanon 8,000 

1977 Galloway Express Vroon B.V., NL (1,500) 

1977 Car Express Vroon B.V., NL (600) 

1977 Hereford Express Vroon B.V., NL (615) 

1976 Merino Express Vroon B.V., NL 17,330 

1976 Normand Express Vroon B.V., NL 4,390 

1975 Devon Express Vroon B.V., NL (755) 

1974 Limousin Express Vroon B.V., NL (625) 

1973 Capo San Marco Dreyfus 15,000 

1972 Charolais Express Vroon B.V., NL 10,325 

1972 Jersey Express Vroon B.V., NL (302) 

1972 Holstein Express Vroon B.V., NL 6,050 

1970 Angus Express Vroon B.V., NL (330) 

Automatic feeding and water supply facilities as well as special materials provide high quality transportation 

for live animals 

LIVESTOCK CARRIERS 

KLTT is a long established customer of 

MEYER WERFT. The Al Messilah with a 

capacity for approx. 80,000 sheep was 

delivered in 1997 and the Al Kuwait 

(ex Al Shuwaikh) for 125,600 sheep 

in 1980. 

Al Shuwaikh 

61 




Size: 40,600 gt 



Transportation Capacity: 80,000 sheep 

or 75,000 sheep 

over 500 cattle

62 

MEYER NEPTUN GROUP 

Specialist in river cruise ships 

nePtun Werft 

The sister company NEPTUN WERFT in Rostock-Warnemünde is the most 

tradition-rich former East-German shipbuilding company and it has been part 

of the Meyer Neptun Group since 1997. 

More than 1,500 new build ships, thousands of ship conversions, repairs as well 

as steel constructions have been carried out in over 150 years of the company's 

history. 

The high quality and specific expertise in Papenburg 

and Rostock complement one another ideally so 

large-scale projects can be achieved and new 

markets opened up with the combined know-how. 

❑ www.neptunwerft.de

Viking River Cruises 

river cruise ships 

Seven river cruise ships for Viking were delivered in 2012. Another 

18 ships for Viking River Cruises will follow within the next years. 

They are used for different European routes such as the Rhine, the 

Mosel and the Danube and also in Dutch waters. Each new build has 

95 cabins: 2 explorer suites, 46 veranda suites and state rooms, 

22 cabins with a French balcony and 25 standard cabins. 

The Viking Prestige has over 95 outside cabins 

RIVER CRUISE SHIPS 

N.N. | N.N. | N.N. | Viking Atla | 

Viking Jarl | Viking Rinda | Viking 

Forseti | Viking Var | Viking Tor | 

Viking Bragi | Viking Skadi | Viking 

Aegir | Viking Embla | Viking Njord | 

Viking Freija | Viking Idun | Viking 

Odin | Viking Prestige 

63 




Construction draught: approx. 1.50 m 

Propulsion power: approx. 4 x 330 kW 

Speed: 20 km/h 

Passengers: 190 

Passenger cabins: 95 

Crew: 53 

Crew cabins: 31

64 

MEYER NEPTUN GROUP 

Premicon AG 


NEPTUN WERFT has built a new type of river cruise ship, the Twin Cruiser, 

for Premicon AG of Munich. The Twin Cruiser approach consists of two 

independent hulls, which decouples sound and vibration from the engine 

to the passenger facilities and ensures a smooth and silent journey. 

Designed and constructed according to the latest regulations, the 

“Premicon Queen” meets all current safety and stability requirements. 

Six ships of this special type have been built. 

Premicon Queen 

Avalon Imagery | Avalon Tranquility 

Bellevue 

Avalon Tapestry 

Flamenco 




Construction draught: approx. 1.50 m 

Propulsion power: approx. 2 x 800 kW 

Speed: 22 km/h 

Passengers: 106 – 196 

Passenger cabins: 53 – 100 

Crew: 44 – 57 

Crew cabins: 24 – 30

Ships for A-Rosa 


April 2002 goes down in the company history of NEPTUN WERFT 

because the christening and the hand-over of the ships A-Rosa Bella 

and A-Rosa Donna took place. A new product was established. 

Since then, NEPTUN WERFT has delivered nine river cruise ships for 

A-Rosa. Two ships are used on the Rhône, four on the Danube and 

three on the Rhine. 

One more ship will follow in 2014. 

A glimpse into an outside cabin 

RIVER CRUISE SHIPS 

65 

A-Rosa Flora | A-Rosa Silva | A-Rosa 

Brava | A-Rosa Viva | A-Rosa Aqua | 

A-Rosa Stella | A-Rosa Luna | A-Rosa 

Riva | A-Rosa Mia | A-Rosa Donna | 

A-Rosa Bella 


Danube Ships (S. 501 – S. 504) 



Cabins: 100 

Total amount of passengers: 242 

Number of decks: 4 

Propulsion power: 2 x 800 kW 

Rhône Ships (S. 511 – S. 512) 



Cabins: 86 


Number of decks: 3 / 4 

Propulsion power: 2 x 800 kW 

Rhine Ships (S. 514 – S. 516) 



Cabins: 99 


Number of decks: 4 

Propulsion power: 4 x 330 kW

66 

VISITOR CENTRE 

Visitor Centre 


Around 300,000 people visit MEYER WERFT every year to see how modern 

shipbuilding works. In the Visitor Centre, a visit to the shipyard becomes a real 

experience. 

Glimpses into the grand halls and the luxury liners in construction, a mock-up 

cabin as well as interesting films and further exhibits give an insight into modern 

shipbuilding. 

The Visitor Centre is continously being provided with 

new exhibits and media and as such is attractively 

designed. It is necessary to book with: 

Papenburg Tourismus GmbH, 

P.O. Box 1755, 26857 Papenburg – Germany 

Phone +49 49 61- 8 39 60, Fax 83 96 96 

❑ www.papenburg-tourismus.de 

www.facebook.com/papenburg.meyerwerft 

Papenburg – For visiting the cruise ship giant

Since 2010 there has been a Disney exhibition in the Visitor Centre 

VISITOR CENTRE 

67 

The Visitor Centre enjoys a great deal of 

interest from many people in North and 

West Germany in particular.

68 

EVENTS AT THE SHIPYARD 

Interesting events at the shipyard 


Thousands of visitors and guests from across the country want to be there when 

MEYER WERFT ships are transferred down the river Ems to the North Sea. 

The shipyard regularly holds large-scale luxury liner 

events with partners from the media and the music 

industry. 

Already, a great number of internationally recognised 

artists have made their grand appearance while the 

ships are on the fitting-out pier of the shipyard.

EVENTS AT THE SHIPYARD 

69 

A great number of people gather on 

the pier when a new cruise ship is 

leaving MEYER WERFT. 

At events like the solar boat competition 

or the open day in the so-called 

“floating classroom” of the visitor 

centre, aspiring engineers are always 

welcome.

70 

PAPENBURG 

The city of Papenburg 

tradition in shipbuilding 

Papenburg, in the North West of Germany near the Dutch border, the headquarters 

of MEYER WERFT for more than 215 years, is a beautiful, historic city 

with a population of 35,000 and a long tradition in shipbuilding. 

Papenburg offers a high quality of life for families. 

Lots of green areas, a city centre to enjoy with 

countless cafés and restaurants as well as a wide 

range of cultural and educational amenities are 

available in the city.

The town hall in the city centre 

PaPEnbuRG 

The restaurant in the “Forum Alte Werft” 

The “Alte Werft” Forum 

(Old Shipyard Forum) . . . 

71 

. . . was a production site of MEYER 

WERFT until the start of the 70’s. Today 

an hotel with a restaurant, the tourist 

information centre, the Zeitspeichermuseum 

and the city hall are all housed 

here. 

❑ www.hotel-alte-werft.de

MEYER WERFT GmbH 

Industriegebiet Sued 

26871 Papenburg – Germany 

Phone +49 49 61 81-0 

Fax +49 49 61 81- 43 00 

E-mail: info@meyerwerft.de 

Internet: www.meyerwerft.de 

www.youtube.com/meyerwerft1795 

Conception & Design: art-studio Manitzke 

01-2013 – 3.000 – SCH

Innovation Technology - Meyer Werft

Create successful ePaper yourself

Delete template?

Save as template?