Royal Caribbean International today took delivery of Symphony of the Seas at an intimate signing ceremony on the ship’s bridge overlooking the shipyard in Saint Nazaire, France. The formalities were followed by a celebration of the 4,300 shipbuilders and crew whose hard work and meticulous collaboration came together to create the world’s largest cruise ship and ultimate family adventure. The newest Oasis Class vessel is now home to 2,200 crew members from 77 different nationalities.
Left to right: Jean-Yves Jaouen, COO and Laurent Castaing, General Manager, STX France; Richard D. Fain, Chairman & CEO, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.; Michael Bayley, President & CEO, Royal Caribbean International.