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about 2 or so years. although there has been an increase in demand for new cruise ships, cruise line companies tend to choose renovation instead of building new ships as it is cheaper and they are affected by the financial turmoil.
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Who builds cruise ships?
According to wikipedia modern cruise ships are primarily build by the following three European and one Asian ship yards:The construction market for cruise ships is dominated by three European companies and one Asian company:STX Europe of Norway with two shipyards: STX Europe (the former Aker Yards/Kvaerner Masa-Yards/Wärtsilä, Valmet and Rauma Shipyards) in Finland.Aker Yards France (Chantiers de l'Atlantique) in France.Fincantieri of Italy.Meyer Werft of Germany.Mitsubishi Heavy Industries of Japan.A large number of cruise ships have been built by other shipyards, but no other individual yard has reached the large numbers of built ships achieved by the four above. A handful of old ocean liners also remain in service as cruise ships. Despite the dominance of United States-based cruise ship operators and American clients in the industry, only one ship built in the United States, The Emerald, is still sailing.[citation needed]source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cruise_ship
Are cruise ships built for the transatlantic run?
The Queen Mary 2 was built for transatlantic crossings, but much smaller ships can make the crossing easily. In 1995, I crossed the Atlantic from New York to the Azores on the Royal Princess (which was not the same ship as the current Royal Princess), which was about one fourth the size of the QM2. Just about any seaworthy passenger ship can navigate the Atlantic safely, if not comfortably.
Why do cruise ship doors have two hinges near the top and one near the bottom?
because...the ships doors are heavy and require more support at the
Do webpages have built-in links to other web documents?
Web pages often have built-in connections, or links, to other documents, graphics, other Web pages, or Web sites.
The function of generator on board ship?
The generator on a ship is used to create power to run many things. On large ships like a cruise ship, the generators allow power to everything from televisions to the casino machines.
How many cruise ships are being built?
Thousands.people ARE GOING ON MORE CRUISE SHIPS THESE DAYS!! GOOD DAY TO YOU.
How do they get large cruise ships into the water after building?
The ships are built in drydocks which can be flooded to float the ships out.
Where are cruise ships built?
I am pretty sure cruise ships are built in dry docks where they can be flooded to float the ships. This is something i saw on Discovery channel on tv. Once the ship is complete they can flood the dock to float the ship to the ocean.
Can kids live on a cruise ship and go to school on it?
well it depends on the cruise ship. some cruises are reserved for grown ups. and some do allow kids but are vacation cruises. so it depends on the cruise ship. no, cruise ships don't have schools. but there are residential ships that are built/being built that do/will have schooling available on them.
How often do cruise ships sink?
Once in a while. It always depends what ship you are on , which are weak ships.
The Best Cruise Ships Are Often Smaller?
When seeking to identify the best cruise ships and cruise deals, consumers should always remember smaller cruise lines. Smaller cruise ships offer passage at competitive prices. In addition, many cruise ship patrons report enjoying themselves far more when they cruise on smaller ships. Smaller ships offer a more personalized experience for consumers. With a higher ratio of crew to passengers, service is also greatly improved.
What is safer airplanes or cruise ships?
definetly cruise ships.
What cruise line operates the Monarch of the Seas?
Royal Caribbean International runs and operates the Monarch of the Seas. The Monarch of the Seas was built in 1991. At the time of the ships completion, it was one of the largest cruise ships in the world.
What the ethics of cruise lines regarding the avoidance of taxes while buying ships built with government subsidies?
there are none
What percentage of cruise ships sink in a year?
None. No cruise ships sank in 2014.
What are the world's largest cruise ships?
See the nearby link for a list of cruise ships.
What has the author Douglas Ward written?
Douglas Ward has written: 'Berlitz 2000 Complete Guide to Cruising & Cruise Ships' 'Berlitz Complete Guide to Cruising and Cruise Ships (Berlitz Complete Guide to Cruising & Cruise Ships)' 'Berlitz 98 Complete Guide to Cruising and Cruise Ships (Serial)' 'Local associations eye instruction and professional development' -- subject(s): Education, Societies 'Berlitz 2005 Ocean Cruising & Cruise Ships (Berlitz Complete Guide to Cruising and Cruise Ships)' 'Berlitz Complete Guide to Cruising and Cruise Ships 2002 (Berlitz Complete Guide to Cruising and Cruise Ships, 2002)' -- subject(s): Guidebooks, Cruise ships, Ocean travel 'Berlitz 2007 Complete Guide to Cruising & Cruise Ships (Berlitz Complete Guide to Cruising and Cruise Ships)'
