The order, subject to financing, has a value of more than €400m and the ship will be delivered in 2026.
Fincantieri secured an order for the first in class for Four Seasons in 2022 and slated for delivery in the fourth quarter of 2025. The deal included the option for two additional vessels.
Larry Pimentel, chairman and CEO of Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings, called the signing of the second order 'Another milestone in the development of Four Seasons Yachts.'
Partnerships strength
He continued: 'Our partnership with Fincantieri and Four Seasons creates a powerful triumvirate of expertise that is committed to providing a first-class luxury lifestyle yacht experience. I am proud of the team and collaboration behind this extraordinary project.'
Alejandro Reynal, president and CEO of Four Seasons, said 'Every Four Seasons experience is an unwavering commitment to excellence. In the case of Four Seasons Yachts, we are achieving this by partnering with exceptional partners such as Fincantieri and Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings, who share our vision for a one-of-a-kind luxury sailing experience. We are proud to extend our partnership with Fincantieri through this next ship and look forward to embarking on our first voyage together soon.'
Pierroberto Folgiero, CEO of Fincantieri commented: 'The confirmation of trust from a prestigious brand like Four Seasons is a great satisfaction for us as well as further proof of the validity of a unique entrepreneurial project that is destined to change the world of cruises for design, technology and sustainability.'
Folgiero said the contract signing 'also testifies to the start of the recovery of orders in the sector.'
For a conversation with Pierroroberto Folgiero, see the June issue of Seatrade Cruise Review
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