Continuing the explorer theme, four distinguished explorers were shortlisted for the ship’s new name and the travel trade and Columbus Club Members will be invited to cast their vote.
The shortlist included Vasco da Gama, Pytheas, Henry Hudson and Amerigo Vespucci.
The new ship will be deployed and dedicated to both the German and Australasian cruise markets. During the northern summer (May-October) the ship will operate under CMV’s German brand, TransOcean Kreuzfahrten homeporting from both Bremerhaven and Kiel.
During the Australian summer season (December-March) she will sail from Fremantle and Adelaide offering a more traditional scenic cruise experience.
The ship has a rich heritage and maritime pedigree and was originally launched in 1994 by Holland America Line as the Statendam. At 55,820grt and with an impressive space ratio, she will carry 1150 passengers accommodated in 630 cabins (including 100 singles and 149 balcony suites and cabins with an 80% ocean view ratio). She will operate alongside CMV’s flagship, Columbus (1400pax), Magellan (1300pax), Marco Polo (800pax), Astor (600pax) and Astoria (550pax).
Christian Verhounig, CEO and Chairman of CMV explained, “We are very pleased to have concluded this deal and firmly believe that Pacific Eden (TBR) will be a very popular addition to our fleet. This stylish traditional vessel is ideally suited to our business model and is in very good shape following a multi-million dollar refurbishment in 2016.As part of our mid-term growth plans the ship will provide the requirement level of extra capacity needed in Australia and Germany as we continue to grow our international business.”
Chris Coates, Group Commercial Director added, “Pacific Eden is an excellent addition to our fleet and the strategic development of the Group’s presence in the German and Australian markets will increase overall capacity to just below 150,000 ocean cruise passengers in 2019”.
Here is snap shot of the ship’s wide range of facilities:-
• Gross Tonnage: 55,820grt, Draft: 7.7m, Length: 219m, Beam: 31m
• Built in Fincantieri Shipyard, Italy in 1994 and launched as Statendam.
• A three-decked central Atrium with a fine selection of retail outlets
• Impressive passenger lower bed space ratio of 48.
• Nine passenger decks serviced by eight lifts.
• Fabulous tiered main show lounge spanning two decks.
• Dome Observatory & Nightclub providing wonderful seascapes & scenic panoramas.
• 149 balcony cabins including 28 suites. 80% of cabins with an ocean view.
• Starboard and port side promenades with splendid traditional timber decking.
• A well-appointed wellbeing centre with a fully equipped fitness centre.
• Two outdoor swimming pools with the main pool having an all-weather retractable roof.
• A tennis and basketball court.
• Cinema and casino.
• Two Conference Rooms.
• Six dining options including five fine dining options.
• In all, a choice of five lounge bar
