History of Star of the Seas in Timeline
Star of the Seas is an Icon-class cruise ship constructed for Royal Caribbean International by Meyer Turku in Finland. Expected to begin service on August 31, 2025, and homeported at Port Canaveral, Florida, she shares the title of the world's largest cruise ship with her sister ship, Icon of the Seas, boasting a gross tonnage of 248,663. As the second ship in its class, it represents a significant advancement in cruise ship design and size.
February 15, 2023: Steel-cutting begins
On February 15, 2023, the steel-cutting process began for the Star of the Seas cruise ship.
October 5, 2023: Name announcement
On October 5, 2023, the name 'Star of the Seas' was officially announced for the cruise ship.
December 15, 2023: Keel laying
On December 15, 2023, the keel was laid for the Star of the Seas.
September 25, 2024: Float out
On September 25, 2024, the Star of the Seas was floated out.
August 31, 2025: Entry into service
On August 31, 2025, Star of the Seas is expected to enter service and will be homeported at Port Canaveral, Florida, United States.
2025: Sea trials and delivery
In spring of 2025, the sea trials for the Star of the Seas took place, and the ship was delivered in July of 2025.
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